Coastguard Cottages is in Hope Cove, Kingsbridge and in South Hams district. TQ7 3HW is located in the Salcombe & Thurlestone electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Totnes. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Coastguard Cottages, Hope Cove, Kingsbridge, TQ7 3HW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ7 3HR, TQ7 3HP, TQ7 3HS, TQ7 3HN, TQ7 3HL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TQ7 3HW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53% | 51.2% | -1.8% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 47% | 48.8% | 1.8% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 3HW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.4% 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 | 19.5% | 17.4% | -2.1% | 37.9% | -20.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.1% | 58.4% | 0.3% | 44.2% | 14.2% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 11% | 11.6% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 10.6% | 10.5% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 4.4% |
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 | 41.8% | 49.5% | 7.7% | 48.4% | 1.1% |
| Good health | 44.2% | 32.9% | -11.3% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 10.8% | 11.6% | 0.8% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 3.7% | 2.1% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.4% | 14.2% | -3.2% | 18.2% | -4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 5.8% | -5.2% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 14.2% | -4.4% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 7.9% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 3.8% | 17.4% | 13.6% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.8% | 38.4% | -1.4% | 33.8% | 4.6% |
| Other | 4.7% | 2.1% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 97.2% | 97.2% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
In this area, 96.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.8% | 96.2% | 7.4% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 7.2% | 0.5% | -6.7% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 0.9% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.4% | 95.8% | 7.4% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 4.4% | 3.3% | -1.1% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0.5% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.3% | 76.7% | 12.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 8.9% | 13.5% | -4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.7% | 37.2% | 3.5% |
| Christian | 53.7% | 46.2% | 7.5% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Coastguard Cottages was 30.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.2% higher than the Allington & Strete average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Coastguard Cottages has the 27th highest crime rate of 55 local areas in Allington & Strete and the 134th lowest crime rate of 283 local areas in South Hams .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Coastguard Cottages, Kingsbridge, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £499,000 | 2013-10-04 | £741,944 |
| 2 Coastguard Cottages, Kingsbridge, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2011-12-09 | £629,418 |
| 5 Coastguard Cottages, Kingsbridge, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £589,300 | 2010-10-07 | £846,129 |
| 1 Coastguard Cottages, Kingsbridge, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2008-02-20 | £486,561 |
| 5 Coastguard Cottages, Kingsbridge, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2003-10-01 | £803,383 |
TQ7 3HW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 9% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
TQ7 3HW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 3HW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 86 |
| Full-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 44 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malborough with South Huish Church of England Primary School Higher Town , Malborough TQ7 3RN | 3out of 4 | 3,580 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thurlestone All Saints Church of England Academy Thurlestone , TQ7 3NB | 3out of 4 | 3,785 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 35.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 28.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 43.82 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 43.82 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.17 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.