Leonards Close is in Thurlestone, Kingsbridge and in South Hams district. TQ7 3BR is located in the Salcombe & Thurlestone electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Totnes. This postcode has been in use since 2009-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Leonards Close, Thurlestone, Kingsbridge, TQ7 3BR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ7 3LE, TQ7 3TE, TQ7 3NX, TQ7 3TF, TQ7 3BP, TQ7 3TD, TQ7 3TB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TQ7 3BR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 51.1% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 48.6% | 48.9% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of TQ7 3BR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 9.4% | 14.8% | 5.4% | 37.9% | -23.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 71.8% | 66.5% | -5.3% | 44.2% | 22.3% |
| Separated | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 6.2% | 0.8% | 9.1% | -2.9% |
| Widowed | 13.4% | 10.9% | -2.5% | 6.1% | 4.8% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.2% | 48.4% | 10.2% | 48.4% | 0.0% |
| Good health | 43.9% | 35.4% | -8.5% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 14.4% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 1.8% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 45.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.2% | 12% | 0.8% | 18.2% | -6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.9% | 8.1% | 1.2% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 13.5% | -4.6% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 5% | 3.6% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 13.1% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 48.7% | 45.2% | -3.5% | 33.8% | 11.4% |
| Other | 5.8% | 3.1% | -2.7% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 99.7% | 96.4% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 89.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.6% | 89.5% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| European Union | 4.4% | 5.1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.9% | 89.5% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 4% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.1% | 2.9% | -2.2% | 1.9% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.6% | 76.7% | 12.9% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 2.5% | 0.4% | 2.1% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 4% | 13.5% | -9.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.5% | 37.2% | -12.7% |
| Christian | 70.8% | 46.2% | 24.6% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Leonards Close was 17.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 42.7% lower than the Allington & Strete average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Leonards Close has the 16th lowest crime rate of 55 local areas in Allington & Strete and the 64th lowest crime rate of 283 local areas in South Hams .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plot 3 Leonards Close, Kingsbridge, Devon Detached, a newly built property | £288,000 | 2005-12-02 | £473,356 |
| Plot 8 Leonards Close, Kingsbridge, Devon Detached, a newly built property | £240,000 | 2005-12-02 | £394,464 |
| Plot 4 Leonards Close, Kingsbridge, Devon Detached, a newly built property | £281,000 | 2005-08-12 | £463,455 |
TQ7 3BR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in TQ7 3BR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 65% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 170 |
| Full-Time Employee | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thurlestone All Saints Church of England Academy Thurlestone , TQ7 3NB | 3out of 4 | 634 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Malborough with South Huish Church of England Primary School Higher Town , Malborough TQ7 3RN | 3out of 4 | 4,657 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Alvington Church of England Academy West Alvington , TQ7 3PP | 2out of 4 | 5,329 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Thurlestone Golf Club THURLESTONE GOLF CLUB THURLESTONE GOLF CLUB LINKS COURT SERVICE ROADS | golf, tennis courts | 416 yd |
| Thurlestone Hotel | golf, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 448 yd |
| All Saints Church Of England Primary Academy | grass pitches | 693 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 39.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.17 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.