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Area guide

TQ8 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the TQ8 postcode area, covering Salcombe and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

TQ8 area price snapshot

Average price

£549,386

Median price

£392,500

5-year trend

+30.9%

Total sales

2,721

The TQ8 area has 162 individual postcodes with 2,721 registered sales. Prices are +38.5% above the national average, with the largest concentration in Salcombe. The five-year price movement is +30.9%.

Market context

With an average of £549,386, the TQ8 area sits in the premium price bracket, +38.5% above the national average. Premium pricing typically reflects location desirability, transport connectivity and local amenities. The dataset includes 2,721 recorded sales across 162 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in TQ8 is +30.9%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for TQ8

  • 💰Check mortgage affordability early. Premium areas often require larger deposits. Get a mortgage Agreement in Principle before making offers to strengthen your position with sellers.
  • 🏫School catchments affect values. In premium areas, proximity to Outstanding-rated schools can add 10-20% to property prices. Use the local Ofsted data alongside sold prices.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in TQ8.
  • 🏘️Explore Salcombe. Much of the TQ8 activity centres on Salcombe. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the TQ8 area. Browse the individual postcode pages to find properties that match your budget.
  • 💡Compare asking prices to sold prices. Use the Asking Price Checker to see whether a listing price aligns with local sold-price evidence.
  • 💡Use sold prices as evidence, not valuation. Historical data helps you understand market trends but does not replace a professional valuation by a qualified surveyor.

Top postcodes in TQ8

TQ8 8HJ

£527,111 avg · 108 sales

TQ8 8EA

£432,293 avg · 107 sales

TQ8 8JP

£617,791 avg · 105 sales

TQ8 8LL

£957,805 avg · 63 sales

TQ8 8LY

£277,901 avg · 63 sales

TQ8 8ET

£366,210 avg · 58 sales

TQ8 8DP

£333,295 avg · 55 sales

TQ8 8BJ

£373,566 avg · 50 sales

TQ8 8BG

£629,655 avg · 48 sales

View all 162 postcodes in TQ8 →

Useful tools for TQ8 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£17,469

Avg £549,386 in TQ8

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Asking Price Checker

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Stamp Duty Guide

Complete 2025 SDLT, LTT & LBTT guide

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Location Comparison

Compare TQ8 with other areas

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Salcombe data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This TQ8 area guide is based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, covering registered residential property sales in England and Wales from January 1995 onwards. All figures are historical sold prices, not current valuations or asking prices.

Data last updated: July 2026 · View methodology

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in TQ8?

The average sold price in the TQ8 postcode area is £549,386, based on 2,721 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Salcombe.

How do TQ8 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in TQ8 average £549,386, which is +38.5% above the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in TQ8 lower than the average?

The median price (£392,500) is 28.6% below the average (£549,386), suggesting a mix of property types or a few high-value sales pulling the mean upward. This is common in areas with both affordable and premium housing.

How have TQ8 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in TQ8 have moved +30.9% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.

Are these area guide prices valuations or asking prices?

No. All figures on this page are historical completed sale prices from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. They are not current valuations, estate agent asking prices, or financial advice. Always seek professional advice before making property decisions.

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