Fore Street is in Sidmouth and in East Devon district. EX10 8AL is located in the Sidmouth Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of East Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fore Street, Sidmouth, EX10 8AL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX10 8AF, EX10 8AQ, EX10 8EL, EX10 8LP, EX10 8HU, EX10 8BL, EX10 8LS, EX10 8EA, EX10 8LF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding EX10 8AL has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 48.5% | -4.6% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 46.9% | 51.5% | 4.6% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 36.8% | 41.8% | 5.0% | 37.9% | 3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.5% | 30.5% | -2.0% | 44.2% | -13.7% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 3.9% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 18% | 17.2% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 8.1% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 6.6% | -2.2% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 33.7% | 36.2% | 2.5% | 48.4% | -12.2% |
| Good health | 45.3% | 34.2% | -11.1% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 16% | 22.7% | 6.7% | 12.7% | 10.0% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 6.5% | 2.4% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18% | 13.7% | -4.3% | 18.2% | -4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.2% | 12.5% | 3.3% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 12.9% | -5.5% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.3% | 5.1% | 3.8% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 17.3% | 5.5% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.4% | 31.8% | 2.4% | 33.8% | -2.0% |
| Other | 11.8% | 6.7% | -5.1% | 2.8% | 3.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 3.4% | 3.0% | 3.1% | 0.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.2% | 88.9% | -5.3% | 81.4% | 7.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 0.2% | 3.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 72.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.7% | 72.7% | -8.0% | 83.2% | -10.5% |
| European Union | 10.3% | 16.2% | 5.9% | 6.1% | 10.1% |
| Africa | 3.3% | 1.9% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.7% | 6.5% | 2.8% | 5.6% | 0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 80.7% | 72.4% | -8.3% | 83.2% | -10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 4.1% | 13% | 8.9% | 9.8% | 3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.8% | 1.1% | -4.7% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 6.9% | 4.8% | 2.2% | 4.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.4% | 6.5% | -0.9% | 1.9% | 4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.7% | 76.7% | -7.0% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 3% | 0.4% | 2.6% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 5.7% | 0.9% | 4.8% |
| Other EU countries | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 1.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 11.4% | 13.5% | -2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.6% | 37.2% | 4.4% |
| Christian | 44.7% | 46.2% | -1.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 10.7% | 6.0% | 4.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fore Street was 266.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 412.8% higher than the Sidmouth Sidford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fore Street has the highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Sidmouth Sidford and the 8th highest crime rate of 480 local areas in East Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 91.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Fore Street, Sidmouth, Devon Other, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2022-07-15 | £375,030 |
| 19 Fore Street, Sidmouth, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £320,500 | 2018-05-01 | £411,110 |
| 20 Fore Street, Sidmouth, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £55,950 | 1996-07-31 | £339,954 |
EX10 8AL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in EX10 8AL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Other | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 57 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sidmouth Church of England (VA) Primary School 55 Woolbrook Road , EX10 9XB | 3out of 4 | 1,760 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newton Poppleford Primary School School Lane , Newton Poppleford EX10 0EL | 4out of 4 | 4,895 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sidbury Church of England Primary School Church Street , EX10 0SB | 3out of 4 | 4,930 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sidmouth College Primley Road , EX10 9LG | 3out of 4 | 2,127 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's School Broadway , Sidmouth EX10 8RG | - not rated | 1,139 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| JAR Sidmouth Ltd | 24 Fore Street, Sidmouth | 5 yd | |
| Caffe Marcellino | 1 Fore Street, Sidmouth | 24 yd | |
| Coffee 1 | Fore Street, Sidmouth | 35 yd | |
| MYCA'S | 33 Fore Street, Sidmouth | 40 yd | |
| White Horse Cafe | Old Fore Street, Sidmouth | 53 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Horse | The Black Horse, 30 Fore Street | 35 yd | |
| Anchor Inn | Old Fore Street, Sidmouth | 53 yd | |
| Swan Inn | 37 York Street, Sidmouth | 121 yd | |
| The Marine | The Esplanade, Sidmouth | 244 yd | |
| Sidmouth Bowling Club | Coburg Terrace, Sidmouth | 266 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cornish Bakery | 15 High Street, Sidmouth | 84 yd | |
| Tasty Baguette | 4 Dove Lane, Sidmouth | 134 yd | |
| Silver King | Silver King Chinese Take Away, 140 High Street | 330 yd | |
| Pizza Pronto | 3 Radway Place, Sidmouth | 359 yd | |
| The Arches Lunch Takeaway | The Arches Youth Cafe, The Esplanade | 474 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 80 High Street, Sidmouth | 195 yd | |
| Tesco | 132 High Street, Sidmouth | 294 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sidmouth Swimming Pool HAM LANE | swimming pool | 144 yd |
| Coburg Gardens COBURG TERRACE | tennis courts | 231 yd |
| Sidmouth Bowling Club COBURG TERRACE | indoor bowls | 242 yd |
| Sidmouth Rugby Football Club (Blackmoor Site) HEYDONS LANE | grass pitches | 292 yd |
| Sidmouth Tennis Club FORTFIELD TERRACE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 472 yd |
| Royal Glen Hotel GLEN ROAD | swimming pool | 601 yd |
| Sailcombe Regis Recreational Field SALCOMBE COURT SALCOMBE COURT SALCOMBE HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 895 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 50.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.