West Acres is in Seaton and in East Devon district. EX12 2JU is located in the Beer & Branscombe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tiverton and Honiton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about West Acres, Seaton, EX12 2JU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX12 2JX, EX12 2PS, EX12 2HP, EX12 2HW, EX12 2PT, EX12 2PW, EX12 2PR, EX12 2PL, EX12 2PU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX12 2JU has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.3% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 56.3% | 4.0% | 51.0% | 5.3% |
| Male | 47.7% | 43.7% | -4.0% | 49.0% | -5.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of EX12 2JU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 17% | 19.9% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -18.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.1% | 55.4% | 1.3% | 44.2% | 11.2% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 1.3% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 13.4% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 4.3% |
| Widowed | 13.1% | 10% | -3.1% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39.4% | 43.5% | 4.1% | 48.4% | -4.9% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 31.6% | -4.1% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 19.5% | 19% | -0.5% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 4.7% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 23.6% | 12.2% | -11.4% | 18.2% | -6.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 11.3% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 15.2% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 7% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7% | 12.6% | 5.6% | 16.9% | -4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.6% | 38.3% | 4.7% | 33.8% | 4.5% |
| Other | 4.4% | 3.5% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.3% | 96.4% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 91.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.4% | 91.2% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| European Union | 4.1% | 5.2% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.4% | 90.2% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.7% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.9% | 1.6% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 1.2% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.3% | 76.7% | -4.4% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 3.2% | 1.5% | 1.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 20.2% | 13.5% | 6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.6% | 37.2% | -10.6% |
| Christian | 62.7% | 46.2% | 16.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 9.9% | 6.0% | 3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Acres was 93.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 81.3% higher than the Beer & Branscombe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
West Acres has the 6th highest crime rate of 47 local areas in Beer & Branscombe and the 69th highest crime rate of 480 local areas in East Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 56.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Sands Court West Acres, Seaton, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2024-11-28 | £147,849 |
| 6 Sands Court West Acres, Seaton, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2016-03-23 | £141,042 |
| 7 Sands Court West Acres, Seaton, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £129,500 | 2013-10-25 | £171,212 |
| 8 Sands Court West Acres, Seaton, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2008-04-07 | £165,337 |
| 7 Sands Court West Acres, Seaton, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2006-05-17 | £165,016 |
EX12 2JU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 EX12 2JU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 52% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 120 |
| Full-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seaton Primary School Valley View , EX12 2HF | 4out of 4 | 1,167 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beer Church of England Primary School Mare Lane , Beer EX12 3NB | 4out of 4 | 1,573 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colyton Primary Academy The Butts , West Street EX24 6NU | - not rated | 4,223 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Branscombe Church of England Primary School Branscombe , EX12 3DA | 3out of 4 | 4,673 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colyton Grammar School Whitwell Lane , Colyford EX24 6HN | 4out of 4 | 2,821 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jurassic Bites | Seaton Hole Kiosk, Old Beer Road | 507 yd | |
| Eyre Court Hotel | 2 Queen Street, Seaton | 766 yd | |
| Passiflora | 3 Cross Street, Seaton | 779 yd | |
| Pebbles Coffee House | 4 Marine Place, Seaton | 787 yd | |
| The Terrace Arts Cafe | 6 Marine Crescent, Seaton | 800 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Vault Bar | Bank House, East Walk | 851 yd | |
| Kings Arms | 55 Fore Street, Seaton | 1,001 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh Bites | 37A Queen Street, Seaton | 742 yd | |
| Seaton Fish Bar | 4 Queen Street, Seaton | 766 yd | |
| Kebabshish LTD | 1B Marine Crescent, Seaton | 800 yd | |
| Kebabshish LTD | 1A Marine Crescent, Seaton | 800 yd | |
| Feast Lyme Bay | 12 Marine Place, Seaton | 801 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar | 42-44 Harepath Road, Seaton | 798 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Seaton Gardens TENNIS COURTS AND PAVILION TENNIS COURTS AND PAVILION SEAFIELD ROAD | tennis courts | 581 yd |
| Seaton Cricket And Tennis Club COURT LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,010 yd |
| Beer Albion Fc Stovar Long Lane | grass pitches | 1,089 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% |
| Median download speed | 38 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 44.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 44.9 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.14 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.