Chapel Lane is in Malborough, Kingsbridge and in South Hams district. TQ7 3SB 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 Chapel Lane, Malborough, Kingsbridge, TQ7 3SB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ7 3ST, TQ7 3RY, TQ7 3RL, TQ7 3RN, TQ7 3RH, TQ7 3RW, TQ7 3SA, TQ7 3SD, TQ7 3RU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TQ7 3SB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 50.6% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 48.2% | 49.4% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 19.9% | 31.6% | 11.7% | 37.9% | -6.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.2% | 41.9% | -13.3% | 44.2% | -2.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 14.9% | 15.5% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 6.4% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 7.6% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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 | 42% | 48.1% | 6.1% | 48.4% | -0.3% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 35% | -0.3% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 17.3% | 11.2% | -6.1% | 12.7% | -1.5% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 4.6% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 12.7% | 12.5% | -0.2% | 18.2% | -5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.4% | 8.7% | -1.7% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 11.5% | -4.3% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 7.7% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 16.4% | 2.4% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.1% | 40.1% | 3.0% | 33.8% | 6.3% |
| Other | 5% | 3.1% | -1.9% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.6% | 98% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 94.5% | 94.8% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 2.9% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 95.1% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 0.3% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.2% | 76.7% | 4.5% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 16.5% | 13.5% | 3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42% | 37.2% | 4.8% |
| Christian | 51.1% | 46.2% | 4.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chapel Lane was 46.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.9% higher than the Allington & Strete average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chapel Lane has the 14th highest crime rate of 55 local areas in Allington & Strete and the 91st highest crime rate of 283 local areas in South Hams .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Forge Chapel Lane, Kingsbridge, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2020-10-09 | £122,562 |
| The Cottage Chapel Lane, Kingsbridge, Devon Other, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2018-03-01 | £373,180 |
| The Cottage Chapel Lane, Kingsbridge, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2018-03-01 | £420,410 |
| Oldestones Chapel Lane, Kingsbridge, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2015-07-17 | £522,431 |
| Lower Forge Chapel Lane, Kingsbridge, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £93,500 | 2013-08-21 | £118,869 |
TQ7 3SB 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 3SB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 3SB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 94 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Self-Employed | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 182 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Salcombe Church of England Primary School Onslow Road , TQ8 8AG | 3out of 4 | 2,994 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Alvington Church of England Academy West Alvington , TQ7 3PP | 2out of 4 | 4,575 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thurlestone All Saints Church of England Academy Thurlestone , TQ7 3NB | 3out of 4 | 4,791 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsbridge Academy Balkwill Road , TQ7 1PL | 4out of 4 | 4,908 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Oak | Higher Town, Malborough | 72 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Express Marlborough ? Salcombe Road PFS | Salcombe Road Garage, Salcombe Road | 137 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Malborough With South Huish Ce Primary School HIGHER TOWN | swimming pool | 117 yd |
| Malborough Recreation Field And Village Hall COLLATON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 236 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 | 49.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 55.48 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 55.48 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 14.02 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.