Area Guide – Torquay (TQ)

Living in Torquay (TQ)

Crime levels in Torquay (TQ) are around the England average, several well-rated schools nearby, 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, several well-rated schools nearby and rail stations serving the area.

Are there good schools in Torquay (TQ)?

Yes. 30 schools within 2 mi — 1 Outstanding, 15 Good (Ofsted).

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

Flood risk 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 (91 vs 81 per 1,000)

school Schools 30 schools within 2 mi — 1 Outstanding, 15 Good (Ofsted)

**About Ofsted inspection information:** Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying newer Ofsted report cards will be added to school summary pages in a future update.
School	Type	Ofsted	Distance
Warberry CofE Academy	Primary	Good	0.6 mi
Warberry Church of England Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.6 mi
Ellacombe Church of England Academy	Primary	Good	0.7 mi
Ellacombe School	Primary	Not rated	0.7 mi
Ilsham Church of England Academy	Primary	Good	0.9 mi
Ilsham Church of England Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.9 mi
Cockington Community Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.9 mi
Cockington Primary School	Primary	Inadequate	0.9 mi
All Saints Babbacombe CofE Primary School	Primary	Good	0.9 mi
The Spires College	Secondary	Good	0.9 mi
Upton St James CofE Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.9 mi
Homelands Primary School	Primary	Good	1.3 mi
Torre Church of England Primary School	Primary	Not rated	1.3 mi
Torre Church of England Academy	Primary	Good	1.3 mi
St Margaret's Academy	Primary	Good	1.4 mi
St Margaret's School	Primary	Not rated	1.4 mi
Priory Roman Catholic Primary School, Torquay	Primary	Good	1.4 mi
Torquay Academy	Secondary	Good	1.5 mi
Torquay Community College	Secondary	Not rated	1.5 mi
Preston Primary School	Primary	Good	1.5 mi
Queensway Catholic Primary School	Primary	Not rated	1.5 mi
Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Primary School	Primary	Good	1.5 mi
St Cuthbert Mayne School	Secondary	Requires Improvement	1.6 mi
St Marychurch Church of England Primary and Nursery School	Primary	Good	1.6 mi
Torquay Girls Grammar School	Secondary	Not rated	1.6 mi
Torquay Girls' Grammar School	Secondary	Outstanding	1.6 mi
Torquay Boys' Grammar School	Secondary	Good	1.7 mi
Sherwell Valley Primary School	Primary	Good	1.8 mi
Barton Junior School	Primary	Not rated	2.0 mi
Barton Infant and Nursery School and Speech Unit	Primary	Not rated	2.0 mi

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

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