Preston is a coastal ward in Torbay, located between Paignton and Torquay. The area features a mix of residential housing, green spaces, and a pebble beach. Preston Down Road serves as a main thoroughfare, connecting the ward to nearby areas. The seafront includes a promenade with views across Torbay.
Local amenities include shops, cafes, and a primary school. Paignton Harbour and Goodrington Sands are within walking distance. The ward has a mix of older properties and newer developments, with some areas offering elevated views over the bay. Public transport links provide access to Torquay and other parts of Torbay.
On average Preston has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 62 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 2.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Preston is £41,343 per year. There are 1 schools in Preston: 0 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 146 recent sales, the median property price is £286,750 in Preston area, with individual transactions ranging from £83,000 up to £890,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 58 | £361,000 |
| Flats | 34 | £175,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 39 | £288,500 |
| Terraced | 15 | £245,000 |
10 years price trend in Preston
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Headland Grove
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Eugene Road
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Green Park Road
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Duchy Drive
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Sandringham Drive
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Sandringham Drive
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Rhodanthe Road
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Kings Road
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Bay View
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Oldway Road
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All Hallows Road
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Sandringham Gardens
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Barcombe Heights
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Fortescue Road
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Preston & Shorton
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Coombe Road
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Manaton Tor Road
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Preston Down Road
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Manor Crescent
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Preston Down Road
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Albany Road
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Preston Down Road
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Barcombe Road
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St Paul's Road
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Headland Park Road
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Butland Avenue
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Paignton Central
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Albany Road
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Merryland Gardens
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Hollacombe Lane
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Seaway Crescent
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Paignton Central
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Old Torquay Road
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Upper Manor Road
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Oldway Road
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Beavers Brook Close
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Graham Road
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Longmead Road
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Albany Road
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Templer Road
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Duchy Park
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Wilton Road
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Merryland Close
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Hilton Drive
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Cecil Avenue
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Kings Road
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Locarno Avenue
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Old Torquay Road
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Wills Avenue
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Barcombe Lane
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Upper Manor Road
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Albany Road
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Dolphin Crescent
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Albany Road
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Mariners Way
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Locarno Avenue
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Manor Avenue
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Brookfield Close
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Coombe Road
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Carlton Close
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Hilton Drive
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Mead Lane
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Headland Park Road
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Langs Road
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Orient Road
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Coombe Road
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.