Chapel Street is in Axmouth, Seaton and in East Devon district. EX12 4AN is located in the Trinity 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 Chapel Street, Axmouth, Seaton, EX12 4AN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX12 4AW, EX12 4BH, EX12 4BU, EX12 4BT, EX12 4BR, EX12 4AH, EX12 4AJ, EX12 4BS, EX12 4BG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding EX12 4AN has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% 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 | 51.4% | 48.3% | -3.1% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 48.6% | 51.7% | 3.1% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
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 4AN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.8% 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 | 22% | 18.4% | -3.6% | 37.9% | -19.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.8% | 61.8% | 1.0% | 44.2% | 17.6% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.4% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 8% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 9.4% | 3.2% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
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 | 53.4% | 47% | -6.4% | 48.4% | -1.4% |
| Good health | 29.6% | 37.3% | 7.7% | 33.6% | 3.7% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 11.4% | -2.8% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 3.4% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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.
In the area around EX12 4AN this area, 9.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11% | 9.4% | -1.6% | 18.2% | -8.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 9.9% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 26.4% | 11.3% | -15.1% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 7.5% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 17.9% | 6.0% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.3% | 43.4% | 12.1% | 33.8% | 9.6% |
| Other | 2.6% | 0.5% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.2% | 99.6% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 93.6% 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 | 93.7% | 93.6% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 3% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 2.4% | 1.7% | -0.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.3% | 94% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0.4% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 0.4% | -4.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.1% | 76.7% | 14.4% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 6.4% | 13.5% | -7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.5% | 37.2% | 4.3% |
| Christian | 48.3% | 46.2% | 2.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 9.3% | 6.0% | 3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chapel Street was 52.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.4% higher than the Coly Valley average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Chapel Street has the 3rd highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Coly Valley and the 151st highest crime rate of 480 local areas in East Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.9%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southcombe Barn Chapel Street, Seaton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £735,000 | 2022-12-22 | £764,817 |
| Sunnyhayes Chapel Street, Seaton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £675,000 | 2021-06-23 | £785,204 |
| 28 Chapel Street, Seaton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £337,000 | 2019-02-15 | £404,400 |
| Haven Cottage Chapel Street, Seaton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2018-11-15 | £429,032 |
| 28 Chapel Street, Seaton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2016-03-17 | £425,138 |
EX12 4AN area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 26% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
EX12 4AN 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 4AN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 81 |
| Self-Employed | 54 |
| Full-Time Employee | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seaton Primary School Valley View , EX12 2HF | 4out of 4 | 1,634 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colyton Primary Academy The Butts , West Street EX24 6NU | - not rated | 3,432 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Musbury Primary School Church Hill , Musbury EX13 8BB | 3out of 4 | 4,207 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beer Church of England Primary School Mare Lane , Beer EX12 3NB | 4out of 4 | 4,222 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 | 2,219 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 Ship Inn | Church Street, Axmouth | 228 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Axe Cliff Golf Club | golf | 1,065 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.