Vyvyan Drive is in Quintrell Downs, Newquay and in Restormel district. TR8 4NQ is located in the St Columb Minor & Colan electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of St Austell and Newquay. This postcode has been in use since 1987-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Vyvyan Drive, Quintrell Downs, Newquay, TR8 4NQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TR8 4NG, TR8 4NF, TR8 4QF, TR8 4QN, TR8 4LF, TR8 4QQ, TR8 4LQ, TR8 4PD, TR8 4LE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TR8 4NQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.2% | 54.4% | 0.2% | 51.0% | 3.4% |
| Male | 45.8% | 45.6% | -0.2% | 49.0% | -3.4% |
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 | 26.4% | 28.7% | 2.3% | 37.9% | -9.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.3% | 43% | -9.3% | 44.2% | -1.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 12.8% | 13.5% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 12.2% | 5.0% | 6.1% | 6.1% |
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 | 41.4% | 40.7% | -0.7% | 48.4% | -7.7% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 39.9% | 3.6% | 33.6% | 6.3% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 11% | -3.7% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 4% | 6.1% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 3.7% | 2.3% | -1.4% | 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 | 21.3% | 15.8% | -5.5% | 18.2% | -2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.6% | 11.4% | -5.2% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 10.5% | -1.8% | 13.4% | -2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.7% | 8.8% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 18% | 6.5% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 23% | 31.1% | 8.1% | 33.8% | -2.7% |
| Other | 7.7% | 4.4% | -3.3% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.9% | 99.6% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 96.7% | 95.5% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 95.8% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0.4% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.9% | 76.7% | 1.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 20.2% | 13.5% | 6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.8% | 37.2% | 9.6% |
| Christian | 46% | 46.2% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Vyvyan Drive was 37.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.8% lower than the Newquay Porth & Tretherras average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Vyvyan Drive has the 11th lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in Newquay Porth & Tretherras and the 687th lowest crime rate of 1,817 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.8%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 125 Vyvyan Drive, Newquay, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £289,950 | 2025-03-03 | £283,149 |
| 129 Vyvyan Drive, Newquay, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2024-11-20 | £254,711 |
| 113 Vyvyan Drive, Newquay, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-06-27 | £195,726 |
| 117 Vyvyan Drive, Newquay, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2024-05-21 | £229,000 |
| 123 Vyvyan Drive, Newquay, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2022-04-11 | £250,695 |
TR8 4NQ 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 TR8 4NQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 88 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nansledan School William Hosking Road , TR8 4FX | 3out of 4 | 1,290 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Columb Minor Academy Porth Bean Road , St Columb Minor TR7 3JF | - not rated | 2,728 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Columb Minor School Porthbean Road , St Columb Minor TR7 3JF | - not rated | 2,728 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newquay Primary Academy Trevenson Road , TR7 3BW | 4out of 4 | 2,932 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Catholic Primary School Adjacent To Newquay Tertherras School , Treveson Road | - not rated | 3,134 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Treviglas Community College Bradley Road , TR7 3JA | - not rated | 2,886 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Treviglas Academy Bradley Road , TR7 3JA | - not rated | 2,887 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newquay Tretherras School Trevenson Road , TR7 3BH | - not rated | 3,134 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newquay Tretherras Trevenson Road , TR7 3BH | 3out of 4 | 3,134 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newlyn East CofE Primary School The Cross , St Newlyn East TR8 5LG | - not rated | 4,817 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Potting Shed | Cafe, Newquay Garden Centre | 300 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Two Clomes | Quintrell Downs, Newquay | 241 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Colan Recreation Ground TREWARNE LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 431 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 | 51 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.