Hillymead is in Seaton and in East Devon district. EX12 2LF is located in the Seaton 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 Hillymead, Seaton, EX12 2LF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX12 2DF, EX12 2FE, EX12 2DP, EX12 2JL, EX12 2JJ, EX12 2JN, EX12 2JW, EX12 2JP, EX12 2JR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX12 2LF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% of residents 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 | 56.7% | 52.9% | -3.8% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 43.3% | 47.1% | 3.8% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
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 | 24.8% | 24.6% | -0.2% | 37.9% | -13.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.8% | 47.5% | -1.3% | 44.2% | 3.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 3.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 15% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 5.9% |
| Widowed | 12.4% | 8.8% | -3.6% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 (68.8%) 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 | 39.6% | 34.6% | -5.0% | 48.4% | -13.8% |
| Good health | 38.3% | 34.2% | -4.1% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 18.8% | 3.0% | 12.7% | 6.1% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 9.9% | 5.2% | 4.0% | 5.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 | 29.3% | 19.7% | -9.6% | 18.2% | 1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.9% | 8.4% | -8.5% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 15.5% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 7.9% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 16.7% | 6.4% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.8% | 27.2% | 9.4% | 33.8% | -6.6% |
| Other | 3.7% | 4.6% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.3% | 97.1% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 97% | 96.7% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 96.7% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.4% | 76.7% | -1.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 23.5% | 13.5% | 10.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46% | 37.2% | 8.8% |
| Christian | 48.2% | 46.2% | 2.0% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hillymead was 70.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.1% higher than the Beer & Branscombe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hillymead has the 9th highest crime rate of 47 local areas in Beer & Branscombe and the 108th highest crime rate of 480 local areas in East Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Hillymead, Seaton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £328,000 | 2023-05-22 | £332,866 |
| 12 Hillymead, Seaton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2020-11-04 | £363,913 |
| 14 Hillymead, Seaton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2020-06-11 | £354,436 |
| 10 Hillymead, Seaton, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £259,000 | 2020-01-07 | £330,036 |
| 3 Hillymead, Seaton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £368,750 | 2019-12-20 | £456,929 |
EX12 2LF 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 EX12 2LF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 96 |
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seaton Primary School Valley View , EX12 2HF | 4out of 4 | 281 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beer Church of England Primary School Mare Lane , Beer EX12 3NB | 4out of 4 | 2,880 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colyton Primary Academy The Butts , West Street EX24 6NU | - not rated | 3,397 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Musbury Primary School Church Hill , Musbury EX13 8BB | 3out of 4 | 5,221 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,943 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gateway Theatre Co Ltd | Seaton Town Hall, Fore Street | 677 yd | |
| Passiflora | 3 Cross Street, Seaton | 726 yd | |
| Hughsies Cafe | 7 Fore Street, Seaton | 758 yd | |
| Taste Of Thai | 18 Fore Street, Seaton | 791 yd | |
| Eyre Court Hotel | 2 Queen Street, Seaton | 806 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pitchside | Axe Vale Caravan Park, Colyford Road | 81 yd | |
| Kings Arms | 55 Fore Street, Seaton | 347 yd | |
| The Old Picture House | Beach Road, Seaton | 876 yd | |
| The Vault Bar | Bank House, East Walk | 935 yd | |
| Axe Yacht Club | The Harbour, Axmouth | 975 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yeungs House | 29 Fore Street, Seaton | 616 yd | |
| Fresh Bites | 37A Queen Street, Seaton | 765 yd | |
| Seaton Fish Bar | 4 Queen Street, Seaton | 806 yd | |
| Natural Worx CIC | 1 Vintage Court, The Square | 849 yd | |
| Feast Lyme Bay | 12 Marine Place, Seaton | 888 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar | 42-44 Harepath Road, Seaton | 511 yd | |
| Tesco | Swan Road, Seaton | 707 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Seaton Town Fc COLYFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 68 yd |
| Seaton Cricket And Tennis Club COURT LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 298 yd |
| Elizabeth Road Playing Field Scalwell Lane | grass pitches | 406 yd |
| Seaton Primary School | grass pitches, swimming pool | 407 yd |
| Seaton Gardens TENNIS COURTS AND PAVILION TENNIS COURTS AND PAVILION SEAFIELD ROAD | tennis courts | 981 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 | 25.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 25.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 25.0% |
| 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 | 55.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.91 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.91 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.