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About

Shiphay is a residential ward located on the northern edge of Torquay, forming part of the Torbay unitary authority. The area is characterised by a mix of housing types, from post-war estates to more modern developments, set around a central local shopping precinct. It is primarily a residential suburb with several schools and community facilities serving its population. The ward includes the grounds of Torbay Hospital, one of the area's largest employers, which shapes much of the local daytime activity.

The landscape is gently sloping, with views south towards Torquay's coastline. A notable local feature is the presence of the historic Cockington Court estate on its southern boundary, with its extensive parkland and craft studios. While largely suburban, the area retains some green spaces and playing fields. Transport links are provided by the main Newton Road, which connects the ward directly to the town centre and the principal route out towards the A38.

Area overview

On average Shiphay has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 101 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Shiphay is £50,834 per year. There are 5 schools in Shiphay: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 2 secondary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good). Shiphay is home to around 8,004 people, with a population density of about 2,668.1 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
101
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
10.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Shiphay Population
8,004
Population density
2,668.1 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
60.59(+84%)
Anti-social behaviour
13.37(-11%)
Criminal damage and arson
10.87(+67%)
Shoplifting
8.62(+29%)
Public order
7.87(+19%)
South West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,316
91.38%
Other White
154
1.92%
Indian
139
1.74%
Other Asian
129
1.61%
White and Asian (mixed)
46
0.57%
Total population: 8,006

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,749
27.18%
Level 3 (A level)
1,207
18.76%
No qualifications
1,107
17.2%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,009
15.68%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
694
10.78%
Total 16+ residents: 6,435

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,274
38.75%
Owns with a mortgage
1,047
31.84%
Private landlord or letting agency
500
15.21%
Other social rented
310
9.43%
Other forms of private rent
79
2.4%
Total households: 3,288

Property prices in Shiphay

Based on 99 recent sales, the median property price is £295,000 in Shiphay area, with individual transactions ranging from £94,084 up to £665,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Shiphay in the 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 Shiphay over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached26£380,000
Flats1£150,000
Semi-Detached43£300,000
Terraced29£220,000

10 years median price trend in Shiphay

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Shiphay.

All postcodes in Shiphay

TQ27AE

Cadewell Crescent

TQ27EY

Collaton Road

TQ27DB

Oak Park Avenue

TQ27DE

Oak Park Close

TQ27DH

Lloyd Avenue

TQ27RF

Redavon Rise

TQ27SH

Bench Tor Close

TQ27DQ

Shiphay Park Road

TQ27LT

Avon Road

TQ27RW

Fowey Avenue

TQ27RJ

Fowey Avenue

TQ27SG

Haywain Close

TQ27DL

Summerfield Road

TQ26DD

Fletcher Close

TQ27EE

Marldon Road

TQ27LE

Berkeley Avenue

TQ27AA

Cadewell Lane

TQ26JX

Burleigh Road

TQ27AQ

Newton Road

TQ27LS

Avon Road

TQ26ES

Hawkins Avenue

TQ26JQ

Ferndale Mews

TQ27RS

Lowley Brook Court

TQ26ER

Hawkins Avenue

TQ26FE

Raleigh Close

TQ27JN

Newton Road

TQ26DX

Oxenham Green

TQ27JW

Rougemont Avenue

TQ27RG

Exe Hill

TQ27BE

Newton Road

TQ27BP

Newton Road

TQ27EZ

Collaton Road

TQ26EP

Sherwell Valley Road

TQ27DD

Shiphay Lane

TQ27DW

Summerfield Road

TQ27HJ

Collaton Road

TQ26ET

Sherwell Valley Road

TQ27DU

Shiphay Lane

TQ26LA

Upper Cockington Lane

TQ27HR

Higher Cadewell Lane

TQ27NQ

Otter Road

TQ27RU

Kenton Brook Court

TQ27DJ

Shiphay Park Road

TQ27LD

Berkeley Rise

TQ27BA

Newton Road

TQ27EH

Marldon Road

TQ27JY

Grosvenor Avenue

TQ27EJ

Marldon Road

TQ27FA

Kingskerswell Road

TQ27SL

Glebeland Way

TQ26JT

Ferndale Road

TQ27AH

Newton Road

TQ27EF

Marldon Road

TQ27HL

Collaton Road

TQ27LJ

Dairy Hill

TQ27LA

Grosvenor Avenue

TQ27RE

Fowey Avenue

TQ27PA

Exe Hill

TQ26JL

Drake Avenue

TQ27BY

Shiphay Lane

TQ27LZ

Severn Road

TQ27SD

Fowey Avenue

TQ27BZ

Shiphay Lane

TQ27HP

Cadewell Lane

TQ27RP

Glebeland Way

TQ26DH

Queensway Crescent

TQ26DJ

Heywood Close

TQ27LB

Grosvenor Close

TQ26DR

Howard Close

TQ26DW

Grenville Avenue

TQ27JR

Rougemont Avenue

TQ27AJ

Newton Road

TQ27NH

Yealm Grove

TQ26JH

Frobisher Green

TQ27DN

Summerfield Road

TQ27DZ

Shiphay Manor Drive

TQ27FT

Newton Road

TQ26DP

Grenville Avenue

TQ27JD

Higher Cadewell Lane

TQ27LX

Meavy Avenue

TQ27FY

Edginswell Lane

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/01/2026.