Newton Abbot · TQ12

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Covering Newton Abbot, Kingsteignton, including Ambrook, Ashburton & Buckfastleigh, Barton with Watcombe. Find qualified electricians nearby.

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TQ12 (Newton Abbot) in a nutshell

TQ12 covers Newton Abbot, Kingsteignton, in South Hams and Teignbridge and Torbay. Give your full postcode when you ask for quotes, so the pro can confirm they cover your street.

Local tips for TQ12

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Two councils in one district

TQ12 is split between South Hams and Teignbridge and Torbay. Some councils run their own landlord licensing, so check which one your home is in.

Where's this from?postcodes.io (ONSPD) local authority
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Give your full postcode

TQ12 stretches across Ambrook, Ashburton & Buckfastleigh, Barton with Watcombe and more, so give your full postcode, not just 'TQ12', when you ask for quotes.

Where's this from?postcodes.io (ONSPD) wards
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Own your home? This is for you too.

It's not just for landlords. Homeowners and buyers use these checks for peace of mind too.

Where's this from?ONS Census 2021, Newton Abbot: 66.0% owner-occupied
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England landlord rules: quick version

  • Every 5 years: an electrical inspection and test by a qualified person.
  • Within 28 days: give your tenants a copy of the report.
  • If asked: send it to the council within 7 days.

More detail on the Newton Abbot page. Always double-check on GOV.UK.

Next door to TQ12

TQ2 · Torquay – west & northTQ3 · Paignton – northTQ14 · TeignmouthTQ1 · Torquay – centreTQ4 · Paignton – centreTQ13 · Ashburton

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Frequently asked questions

Which areas does TQ12 cover?

TQ12 (Newton Abbot, Kingsteignton) includes the wards of Ambrook, Ashburton & Buckfastleigh, Barton with Watcombe, Bovey, Bradley, Buckland & Milber, Bushell, College, Haytor, Ipplepen, Kerswell-with-Combe, Kingsteignton East, Kingsteignton West, Marldon & Littlehempston, Shaldon & Stokeinteignhead (ONS Postcode Directory via postcodes.io).

Which postcode districts are next to TQ12?

Neighbouring districts include TQ2 (Torquay – west & north), TQ3 (Paignton – north), TQ14 (Teignmouth), TQ1 (Torquay – centre), TQ4 (Paignton – centre) (ONS Postcode Directory via Doogal). A pro covering TQ12 may well cover these too, so it's worth asking.

How many homes are in TQ12?

About 22,428 households and 53,132 residents at the 2011 Census, across 1,719 active postcodes (Doogal / ONS Postcode Directory).

Which council area is TQ12 in?

TQ12 sits in South Hams, Teignbridge, Torbay (postcodes.io). Parliamentary constituency: Central Devon, Newton Abbot, South Devon, Torbay.

📊 The numbers behind this page
Postcode district
TQ12 1
Areas covered
Newton Abbot, Kingsteignton 2
Active postcodes
1,719 3
Households (2011 Census, via Doogal)
22,428 2
Population (2011 Census, via Doogal)
53,132 2
Electoral wards
Ambrook, Ashburton & Buckfastleigh, Barton with Watcombe, Bovey, Bradley, Buckland & Milber, Bushell, College … 4
Parliamentary constituencies
Central Devon, Newton Abbot, South Devon, Torbay 4
Local authority
South Hams, Teignbridge, Torbay 4
Households privately renting (Newton Abbot built-up area)
19.3% 5
  1. ONS Postcode Directory
  2. Doogal
  3. Doogal / ONSPD
  4. postcodes.io
  5. ONS Census 2021

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