Starting as what was a modest building, the telephone was later extended in the 1960s Brutalist manner common across the country.

The Brixham telephone exchange, like most UK exchanges, evolved from manual switchboards to automated dial systems. It likely began as a manual exchange, connecting calls manually, and transitioned to an automatic exchange with dial service. This shift was a significant advancement, allowing for easier and faster call connections. 

Today, Brixham's exchange is part of a larger network of digital exchanges, managed by Openreach, which maintains the infrastructure for broadband and telephone networks