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Furzeham with Summercombe

About

Furzeham with Summercombe is a residential ward situated on the southern side of Torbay, overlooking Brixham harbour. The area is characterised by a mix of housing, from traditional terraces to more modern developments, spread across its sloping terrain. Its streets offer clear views across the water to the Breakwater and the open sea beyond, defining its coastal character.

A notable local landmark is the permanently moosed *M.V. Vigilance*, a former fisheries patrol vessel that serves as the clubhouse for Brixham Yacht Club. The area includes the residential enclave of Summercombe, with its own small valley, and provides pedestrian access to the coastal path leading to the Berry Head National Nature Reserve, a significant limestone headland.

Area overview

On average Furzeham with Summercombe has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 69 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Furzeham with Summercombe is £41,941 per year. There are 3 schools in Furzeham with Summercombe: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Furzeham with Summercombe is home to around 9,902 people, with a population density of about 3,774.6 per km2.

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

1/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Furzeham with Summercombe Population

9,902

Population density

3,774.6 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

39.49(+18%)

Anti-social behaviour

11.71(-21%)

Criminal damage and arson

9.19(+42%)

Public order

5.55(-15%)

Other theft

5.45(-3%)

South West average

Demographics

British

9,477

95.74%

Other White

150

1.52%

Irish

0.48%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.33%

White and Black African (mixed)

0.33%

Total population: 9,899

Economics

Level 4 qualifications or above

2,233

25.68%

No qualifications

1,755

20.19%

Level 3 (A level)

1,426

16.4%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

1,287

14.8%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

986

11.34%

Total 16+ residents: 8,694

Housing

Owns outright

2,399

50.86%

Owns with a mortgage

1,029

21.81%

Private landlord or letting agency

872

18.49%

Other social rented

244

5.17%

Other forms of private rent

121

2.57%

Total households: 4,717

Property prices in Furzeham with Summercombe

Based on 146 recent sales, the median property price is £270,000 in Furzeham with Summercombe area, with individual transactions ranging from £61,000 up to £750,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Furzeham with Summercombe over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Semi-Detached	43	£275,000	£149,766	£217,500	£322,500	£396,000
Flats	19	£130,000	£69,100	£98,500	£192,500	£218,300
Terraced	41	£240,000	£148,000	£208,500	£270,000	£390,000
Detached	43	£385,000	£250,550	£327,500	£445,000	£623,500

10 years median price trend in Furzeham with Summercombe

All postcodes in Furzeham with Summercombe

TQ50DZ

Deep Dene Close

TQ59NQ

Beverley Rise

TQ58NU

Northfields Lane

TQ59LU

Mayflower Drive

TQ58PS

Lakes Road

TQ58JW

Cambridge Road

TQ50AQ

Southdown Close

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.

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