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Watcombe

England / South West / Torbay / Watcombe

About

Watcombe is a residential area located in the northern part of Torbay, Devon. It is known for its quiet, suburban atmosphere and proximity to green spaces, including Watcombe Park and the nearby St Mary’s Bay. The area features a mix of housing, from mid-20th-century homes to more modern developments, catering to families and retirees.

The area offers easy access to local amenities, including schools, shops, and healthcare facilities. Watcombe Beach, a small pebble cove, is a short walk away, providing a peaceful spot for coastal walks. The nearby South West Coast Path connects Watcombe to other parts of Torbay, making it a convenient base for exploring the region. Public transport links ensure straightforward travel to Torquay and beyond.

Area overview

On average Watcombe has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 100 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 21.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Watcombe is £38,900 per year. There are 3 schools in Watcombe: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

100

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

2/10

Social housing

21%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Watcombe Population

7,280

Population density

3,705.8 per km²

Demographics

British

6,749

92.73%

Other White

240

3.3%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.85%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.58%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.48%

Total population: 7,278

Housing

Owns outright

1,132

37.22%

Owns with a mortgage

782

25.72%

Other social rented

588

19.34%

Private landlord or letting agency

369

12.13%

Social rents from council

3.03%

Total households: 3,041

Property prices in Watcombe

Based on 84 recent sales, the median property price is £252,500 in Watcombe area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £708,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	25	£370,000	£270,000	£325,000	£500,000	£669,000
Flats	5	£102,500	£83,000	£95,000	£102,500	£107,700
Semi-Detached	34	£250,000	£169,875	£217,750	£293,750	£321,550
Terraced	20	£219,000	£173,500	£194,600	£230,000	£255,550

10 years price trend in Watcombe

All postcodes in Watcombe

TQ28DH

Willow Avenue

TQ28EE

Combe Road

TQ28DN

Fore Street

TQ28NZ

Bove Park Road

TQ28NA

Isaacs Road

TQ28NS

Froude Avenue

TQ28PX

Padacre Road

TQ28DP

Fore Street

TQ28EY

Falloway Close

TQ28BS

East Pafford Avenue

TQ28AN

Lichfield Avenue

TQ28BX

Starpitten Grove

TQ28DG

Mincent Hill

TQ28DS

Starpitten Lane West

TQ28QJ

Southern Close

TQ28RD

Overdale Close

TQ28AZ

Starpitten Lane West

TQ28PH

Swale Close

TQ28BR

Staddon Gardens

TQ28DJ

Willow Avenue

TQ28LR

Golden Park Avenue

TQ28NH

Moor Lane

TQ28QU

Gard Close

TQ28AJ

Lichfield Avenue

TQ28AP

Gloucester Close

TQ28AR

Winchester Avenue

TQ28BZ

East Pafford Avenue

TQ28NE

Orange Grove

TQ28NY

Bove Park Road

TQ28SA

Medway Road

TQ28AG

Lichfield Avenue

TQ28LB

Barchington Avenue

TQ28LG

Coker Avenue

TQ28LW

Sutton Close

TQ28PA

Peasland Road

TQ28PR

Church Road

TQ28DD

Bellrock Close

TQ28QT

Swedwell Road

TQ28NU

Moor Lane

TQ28QP

Braeside Road

TQ28BP

Fore Street

TQ28BT

West Pafford Avenue

TQ28EX

Halsteads Road

TQ28LL

Sutton Close

TQ28NP

Scoresby Close

TQ28QW

Golden Park Avenue

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Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail