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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
61.97(+86%)
Anti-social behaviour
11.37(-24%)
Criminal damage and arson
10.24(+58%)
Shoplifting
7.75(+17%)
Public order
7.25(+11%)
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 96 recent sales, the median property price is £276,750 in Shiphay area, with individual transactions ranging from £95,000 up to £620,000.

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
Semi-Detached38£287,500
Detached24£372,000
Flats4£125,500
Terraced30£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

TQ27DA

Shiphay Lane

TQ26ER

Hawkins Avenue

TQ27LX

Meavy Avenue

TQ26JU

Courtland Road

TQ27LE

Berkeley Avenue

TQ27HL

Collaton Road

TQ27HW

Water Lane

TQ27RA

Exe Hill

TQ26FE

Raleigh Close

TQ27JF

Edginswell Lane

TQ26DU

Davis Avenue

TQ27BY

Shiphay Lane

TQ27DD

Shiphay Lane

TQ26DB

Queensway

TQ27AH

Newton Road

TQ26DL

Raleigh Avenue

TQ27DU

Shiphay Lane

TQ27FY

Edginswell Lane

TQ27RB

Exe Hill

TQ27FA

Kingskerswell Road

TQ27JE

Edginswell Lane

TQ27ND

Tavy Avenue

TQ27DH

Lloyd Avenue

TQ26JN

Drake Avenue

TQ27RD

Culvery Green

TQ26ES

Hawkins Avenue

TQ27AA

Cadewell Lane

TQ27RH

Burn River Rise

TQ26LE

Nut Bush Lane

TQ27AB

Newton Road

TQ26DW

Grenville Avenue

TQ27DY

Shiphay Lane

TQ27BE

Newton Road

TQ27DF

Shiphay Lane

TQ27BP

Newton Road

TQ27HQ

Fir Walk

TQ27DZ

Shiphay Manor Drive

TQ27EF

Marldon Road

TQ27NA

Plym Close

TQ27DG

Shiphay Park Road

TQ27EJ

Marldon Road

TQ27RJ

Fowey Avenue

TQ26JQ

Ferndale Mews

TQ27SJ

Glebeland Way

TQ27RG

Exe Hill

TQ27ER

Cadewell Lane

TQ27DE

Oak Park Close

TQ27LZ

Severn Road

TQ27SH

Bench Tor Close

TQ27JP

Rougemont Avenue

TQ27RN

Walkham Rise

TQ27EQ

Marldon Road

TQ27RS

Lowley Brook Court

TQ27AD

Newton Road

TQ26DX

Oxenham Green

TQ26LF

Nut Bush Lane

TQ27JU

Cadewell Park Road

TQ27RU

Kenton Brook Court

TQ27DB

Oak Park Avenue

TQ27DQ

Shiphay Park Road

TQ27DP

Shiphay Lane

TQ26ET

Sherwell Valley Road

TQ26JJ

Frobisher Green

TQ27LY

Severn Road

TQ27EZ

Collaton Road

TQ27HF

Birch Walk

TQ27JR

Rougemont Avenue

TQ27FT

Newton Road

TQ27JB

Collaton Road

TQ27HD

Wallace Avenue

TQ27EX

Higher Cadewell Lane

TQ26DS

Grenville Avenue

TQ26DT

Grenville Avenue

TQ27JY

Grosvenor Avenue

TQ26JL

Drake Avenue

TQ27BX

Shiphay Lane

TQ26DP

Grenville Avenue

TQ27JQ

Fernworthy Close

TQ27LS

Avon Road

TQ27LW

Tamar Avenue

TQ27JT

Cadewell Park Road

Data Sources

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