The Esplanade is in Sidmouth and in East Devon district. EX10 8AX 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 The Esplanade, Sidmouth, EX10 8AX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX10 8BB, EX10 8NE, EX10 8AR, EX10 8AS, EX10 8ND, EX10 8QS, EX10 8BD, EX10 8LY, EX10 8AN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding EX10 8AX 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 The Esplanade 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.
The Esplanade 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingswood Hotel The Esplanade, Sidmouth, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £950,000 | 2004-02-04 | £1,874,423 |
EX10 8AX 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 8AX 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 | 1,937 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newton Poppleford Primary School School Lane , Newton Poppleford EX10 0EL | 4out of 4 | 4,892 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sidbury Church of England Primary School Church Street , EX10 0SB | 3out of 4 | 5,153 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Otterton Church of England Primary School Church Hill , Otterton EX9 7HU | - not rated | 5,379 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 | 2,345 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 | 1,178 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fields Of Sidmouth | Market Place, Sidmouth | 53 yd | |
| Prospect Plaice | Prospect Place, Sidmouth | 73 yd | |
| Mocha Restaurant Ltd | Mocha Restaurant, Prospect Place | 73 yd | |
| 14 Miles East | 46 Fore Street, Sidmouth | 92 yd | |
| Blinis | Fore Street, Sidmouth | 111 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Marine | The Esplanade, Sidmouth | 34 yd | |
| Anchor Inn | Old Fore Street, Sidmouth | 192 yd | |
| Black Horse | The Black Horse, 30 Fore Street | 194 yd | |
| Sidmouth Cricket Club | Sidmouth Cricket Tennis Croquet And Hockey Club, Fortfield Terrace | 275 yd | |
| The Sidmouth Club | 10 Fortfield Terrace, Sidmouth | 275 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tasty Baguette | 4 Dove Lane, Sidmouth | 111 yd | |
| The Arches Lunch Takeaway | The Arches Youth Cafe, The Esplanade | 272 yd | |
| The Cornish Bakery | 15 High Street, Sidmouth | 281 yd | |
| Jacobs Ladder Kiosk (Connaught Caterers) | Jacobs Ladder Kiosk, Peak Hill Road | 483 yd | |
| Silver King | Silver King Chinese Take Away, 140 High Street | 521 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 80 High Street, Sidmouth | 404 yd | |
| Tesco | 132 High Street, Sidmouth | 487 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sidmouth Swimming Pool HAM LANE | swimming pool | 304 yd |
| Coburg Gardens COBURG TERRACE | tennis courts | 315 yd |
| Sidmouth Tennis Club FORTFIELD TERRACE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 325 yd |
| Sidmouth Bowling Club COBURG TERRACE | indoor bowls | 329 yd |
| Sidmouth Rugby Football Club (Blackmoor Site) HEYDONS LANE | grass pitches | 341 yd |
| Royal Glen Hotel GLEN ROAD | swimming pool | 449 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 | 100.0% |
| 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 | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.