Cherry Drive is in Seaton and in East Devon district. EX12 2SD 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 Cherry Drive, Seaton, EX12 2SD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX12 2HJ, EX12 2SB, EX12 2SA, EX12 2BB, EX12 2BA, EX12 2AZ, EX12 2PF, EX12 2LB, EX12 2RR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX12 2SD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.5% 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 | 52.9% | 53.5% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 2.5% |
| Male | 47.1% | 46.5% | -0.6% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of EX12 2SD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.6% 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 | 11.9% | 20% | 8.1% | 37.9% | -17.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.2% | 57.6% | -11.6% | 44.2% | 13.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 11% | 1.3% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 7.8% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.1% | 42% | 3.9% | 48.4% | -6.4% |
| Good health | 38.9% | 40.1% | 1.2% | 33.6% | 6.5% |
| Fair health | 16.7% | 13.4% | -3.3% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 3% | -2.4% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 14.1% | 10.2% | -3.9% | 18.2% | -8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 9.8% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.8% | 15.5% | -4.3% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 7.8% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 14.7% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.9% | 42% | 8.1% | 33.8% | 8.2% |
| Other | 6.6% | 0% | -6.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.3% | 99.3% | 2.0% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Other | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.5% 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% | 95.5% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93% | 95.5% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 0% | -4.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87% | 76.7% | 10.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.4% | 13.5% | -3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.1% | 37.2% | -1.1% |
| Christian | 52.8% | 46.2% | 6.6% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 10% | 6.0% | 4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cherry Drive was 15.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.8% lower than the Beer & Branscombe average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Cherry Drive has the 11th lowest crime rate of 47 local areas in Beer & Branscombe and the 88th lowest crime rate of 480 local areas in East Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -85.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lodge Cherry Drive, Seaton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £645,000 | 2019-06-28 | £810,993 |
| Davenhurst Cherry Drive, Seaton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £408,000 | 2019-01-16 | £488,457 |
| The Lodge Cherry Drive, Seaton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2013-03-25 | £606,774 |
| Davenhurst Cherry Drive, Seaton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2009-10-09 | £545,571 |
| Hillgate Cherry Drive, Seaton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £284,000 | 2008-06-04 | £448,283 |
EX12 2SD 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 2SD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 54% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 132 |
| Full-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seaton Primary School Valley View , EX12 2HF | 4out of 4 | 654 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beer Church of England Primary School Mare Lane , Beer EX12 3NB | 4out of 4 | 2,109 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colyton Primary Academy The Butts , West Street EX24 6NU | - not rated | 3,862 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Branscombe Church of England Primary School Branscombe , EX12 3DA | 3out of 4 | 5,194 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 | 2,423 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passiflora | 3 Cross Street, Seaton | 389 yd | |
| Eyre Court Hotel | 2 Queen Street, Seaton | 434 yd | |
| The Gateway Theatre Co Ltd | Seaton Town Hall, Fore Street | 466 yd | |
| Taste Of Thai | 18 Fore Street, Seaton | 470 yd | |
| Hughsies Cafe | 7 Fore Street, Seaton | 482 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Arms | 55 Fore Street, Seaton | 474 yd | |
| The Vault Bar | Bank House, East Walk | 598 yd | |
| Pitchside | Axe Vale Caravan Park, Colyford Road | 692 yd | |
| The Old Picture House | Beach Road, Seaton | 782 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh Bites | 37A Queen Street, Seaton | 378 yd | |
| Yeungs House | 29 Fore Street, Seaton | 414 yd | |
| Seaton Fish Bar | 4 Queen Street, Seaton | 434 yd | |
| Feast Lyme Bay | 12 Marine Place, Seaton | 525 yd | |
| Natural Worx CIC | 1 Vintage Court, The Square | 525 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar | 42-44 Harepath Road, Seaton | 262 yd | |
| Tesco | Swan Road, Seaton | 717 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Seaton Gardens TENNIS COURTS AND PAVILION TENNIS COURTS AND PAVILION SEAFIELD ROAD | tennis courts | 413 yd |
| Seaton Cricket And Tennis Club COURT LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 474 yd |
| Seaton Primary School | grass pitches, swimming pool | 676 yd |
| Elizabeth Road Playing Field Scalwell Lane | grass pitches | 773 yd |
| Seaton Town Fc COLYFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 774 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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.