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Newton Abbot, Highweek

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About

Newton Abbot is a market town in Teignbridge, Devon, with Highweek being one of its residential areas. Located on a hill overlooking the town, Highweek offers views of the surrounding countryside. The area has a mix of housing, including older properties and more modern developments, with local amenities such as shops and schools within easy reach.

Highweek is known for its historic church, St Mary’s, which dates back to the 15th century. The area provides good transport links, with Newton Abbot’s train station nearby, connecting to Exeter and other parts of Devon. Green spaces, including Decoy Park, are within walking distance, offering recreational opportunities. The blend of history, convenience, and accessibility makes Highweek a practical choice for residents.

Area overview

On average Newton Abbot, Highweek has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 56 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Newton Abbot, Highweek is £44,600 per year. There are 4 schools in Newton Abbot, Highweek: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

4/10

Social housing

10.7%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Newton Abbot, Highweek Population

6,170

Population density

2,591.5 per km²

Demographics

British

5,818

94.26%

Other White

152

2.46%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.5%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.47%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.41%

Total population: 6,172

Housing

Owns outright

1,021

38.57%

Owns with a mortgage

861

32.53%

Private landlord or letting agency

362

13.68%

Other social rented

247

9.33%

Social rents from council

2.46%

Total households: 2,647

Property prices in Newton Abbot, Highweek

Based on 88 recent sales, the median property price is £263,750 in Newton Abbot, Highweek area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £745,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	27	£372,000	£271,500	£342,500	£452,500	£582,000
Flats	5	£145,000	£91,000	£135,000	£155,000	£179,800
Semi-Detached	27	£262,500	£211,500	£234,000	£297,500	£372,800
Terraced	29	£220,000	£182,000	£200,000	£243,000	£295,000

10 years price trend in Newton Abbot, Highweek

All postcodes in Newton Abbot, Highweek

TQ121YH

Spring Close

TQ122JH

Jetty Marsh Road

TQ122NG

Netley Road

TQ122NH

Exeter Road

TQ126WU

Newton Abbot, Highweek

TQ121RE

Exeter Road

TQ121SN

Lower French Park

TQ122NX

Exeter Road

TQ122TP

Orleigh Avenue

TQ121NJ

Exeter Road

TQ121PZ

Coombeshead Road

TQ122NR

Garston Avenue

TQ122SG

Jetty Marsh Road

TQ121NT

Rosemary Avenue

TQ121QZ

Stoneleigh Close

TQ122PP

Knowles Hill Road

TQ122PT

Petroc Drive

TQ122ST

Sunnybank

TQ122TG

Hamilton Drive

TQ121QW

Marlborough Place

TQ121RU

Applegarth Avenue

TQ122SD

Exeter Road

TQ121NU

Hill Park Road

TQ121PX

Pitt Hill Road

TQ121SB

Roberts Way

TQ122PR

Exeter Road

TQ121NL

Greenaway Road

TQ121PY

Coombeshead Road

TQ121QY

Randolph Court

TQ121NW

Laurie Avenue

TQ121RQ

Oak Park Road

TQ121SQ

Ashmill Court

TQ122NF

Old Exeter Road

TQ121PJ

Kiln Orchard

TQ122NT

Abbotsbury Road

TQ126QY

Exeter Road

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

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