Area Guide – Torquay (TQ)

Living in Torquay (TQ)

Crime levels in Torquay (TQ) are around the England average, multiple rail stations serve the area, parts of the area fall within higher flood-risk zones — individual street checks are recommended. Air quality is broadly good, though conditions may vary by street.

At a glance

Quick answers about living in Torquay (TQ)

Is Torquay (TQ) a good place to live?

Torquay (TQ) has crime levels close to the England average and rail stations serving the area.

Are there good schools in Torquay (TQ)?

There are several schools serving Torquay (TQ), with Ofsted-rated options nearby.

What should buyers or renters check street by street in Torquay (TQ)?

Flood risk, train noise and air quality can vary by street, so these should be checked using the relevant maps and local tools before choosing a property.

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shield Crime Around England average (99 vs 88 per 1,000)

directions_railway Transport 2 rail stations within 2 miles of the area centre

Station	Distance
Torquay Rail Station	0.8 mi
Torre Rail Station	1.2 mi

water Flood risk Parts of the area fall within higher flood-risk zones — check the flood map for your specific street

volume_up Train noise Railway noise may affect streets closer to rail lines — use the noise map to check specific locations

air Air quality Good air quality (PM2.5: 5.3 µg/m³) — conditions vary by street

local_hospital Healthcare 27 GP surgeries within 2 miles, with A&E hospitals within easy reach

Name	Type	Distance
PARKHILL MEDICAL PRACTICE	GP Surgery	0.2 mi
ABBEY ROAD SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
ABBEY ROAD SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
CROFT HALL MEDICAL PRACTICE	GP Surgery	0.6 mi
ENGLISH RIVIERA CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.6 mi
ENGLISH RIVIERA CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2	GP Surgery	0.6 mi
DAY LEWIS PHARMACY	GP Surgery	0.9 mi
SOUTHOVER MEDICAL PRACTICE	GP Surgery	0.9 mi
CHELSTON HALL SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
CHELSTON HALL SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
ROWCROFT COMMUNITY SERVICES	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
MOUNT STUART HOSPITAL NHS OUTPATIENTS	GP Surgery	1.2 mi
THE SURGERY (CHELSTON)	GP Surgery	1.3 mi
BRUNEL MEDICAL PRACTICE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.3 mi
BRUNEL MEDICAL PRACTICE	GP Surgery	1.3 mi
TORQUAY PCN URGENT SAME DAY HUB	GP Surgery	1.3 mi
CHILCOTE SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.3 mi
CHILCOTE PRACTICE	GP Surgery	1.4 mi
BRUNEL MEDICAL PRACTICE (ST MARYCHURCH)	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
TORBAY AND SOUTHERN DHCT	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
TORBAY NMP SPECIALIST	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
SOUTH DEVON BOWEL CANCER SCREENING CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
PRIMARY CARE DRUGS SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
THE BARTON HEALTH CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
PEMBROKE MEDICAL GROUP	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
PEMBROKE MEDICAL GROUP - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
TORBAY AND SOUTH DEVON ENHANCED ACCESS	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
TORBAY HOSPITAL	A&E Hospital	1.9 mi