Canal Hill is in Tiverton and in Mid Devon district. EX16 4HX is located in the Tiverton Cranmore 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 Canal Hill, Tiverton, EX16 4HX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX16 4HU, EX16 4PN, EX16 4HB, EX16 4HY, EX16 4HP, EX16 4HT, EX16 4JQ, EX16 4HZ, EX16 4BJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding EX16 4HX has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 48.2% | 48.7% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 51.8% | 51.3% | -0.5% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 | 30.1% | 35.3% | 5.2% | 37.9% | -2.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.8% | 40.7% | -5.1% | 44.2% | -3.5% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.4% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 13.1% | 9.7% | -3.4% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 11.9% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 5.8% |
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 | 41% | 46.3% | 5.3% | 48.4% | -2.1% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 35.5% | -1.1% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 15% | 14.2% | -0.8% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 2.9% | -2.6% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 23.7% | 16.7% | -7.0% | 18.2% | -1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 10% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 16.7% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 6.7% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 20% | 9.4% | 16.9% | 3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.6% | 27.3% | 0.7% | 33.8% | -6.5% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.7% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.6% | 97.6% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 92.4% 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 | 96.4% | 92.4% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 3.9% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 93.1% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0.5% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.3% | 76.7% | 2.6% |
| Poland | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.8% | 13.5% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.3% | 37.2% | 6.1% |
| Christian | 48.8% | 46.2% | 2.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Canal Hill was 12.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 92.6% lower than the Tiverton Castle average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Canal Hill has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 42 local areas in Tiverton Castle and the 23rd lowest crime rate of 261 local areas in Mid Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Byfield Canal Hill, Tiverton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2025-10-07 | £450,000 |
| Lower Byfield Canal Hill, Tiverton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2022-06-30 | £432,971 |
| Withy Cottage Canal Hill, Tiverton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £675,000 | 2020-08-13 | £778,652 |
| Canal View, 26 Canal Hill, Tiverton, Devon Other, an established residential building | £327,500 | 2018-02-28 | £358,767 |
| Withy Cottage Canal Hill, Tiverton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £560,000 | 2014-09-01 | £794,839 |
EX16 4HX 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 EX16 4HX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 109 |
| Retired | 107 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilcombe Primary School Lazenby Road , Wilcombe EX16 4AL | 3out of 4 | 609 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Primary School Barrington Street , EX16 6QR | 3out of 4 | 772 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Two Moors Primary School Cowleymoor Road , EX16 6HH | 3out of 4 | 1,094 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tidcombe Primary School Marina Way , EX16 4BP | 3out of 4 | 1,160 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathcoat Primary School Broad Lane , EX16 5HE | 3out of 4 | 1,370 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiverton High School Bolham Road , EX16 6SQ | 3out of 4 | 1,704 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blundell's School Blundell's Road , EX16 4DN | - not rated | 930 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| ACE Tiverton Special School Orchard Way , Tiverton EX16 5HB | - not rated | 1,425 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blundell's Preparatory School Milestones House , Blundells Road EX16 4NA | - not rated | 1,557 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ducks Ditty Cafe Bar | The Wharf Canal Hill Tiverton Devon | 1 yd | |
| Canal Tea Rooms and Garden | The Canal Tea Room Lime Kiln Cottage Lime Kiln Road Tiverton Devon | 265 yd | |
| Blue Velvet Catering LTD. | Monsters Mansion Horsdon Park Heathcoat Way Tiverton Devon | 481 yd | |
| Pho Nam | Pho Nam 8 Lowman Green Tiverton Devon | 687 yd | |
| Frou Frou | 41 - 43 Gold Street Tiverton Devon | 717 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elmore AFC | Horsden Park Blundell's Road Tiverton Devon | 482 yd | |
| Remedies Bar | 9 Gold Street Tiverton Devon | 771 yd | |
| The White Horse Inn | White Horse 12 Gold Street Tiverton Devon | 841 yd | |
| Tiverton Constitutional Club | 31 Bampton Street Tiverton Devon | 887 yd | |
| Half Moon Inn | Fore Street Tiverton Devon | 931 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China China | 143A Chapel Street Tiverton Devon | 754 yd | |
| Piri Piri Chicken Takeaway | 14A Gold Street Tiverton Devon | 831 yd | |
| Tiverton BBQ House | Tiverton BBQ House 9 Gold Street Tiverton Devon | 833 yd | |
| Subway | 9 Bampton Street Tiverton Devon | 901 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Dominos Pizza 2 William Street Tiverton Devon | 946 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Blundell's Road Tiverton Devon | 482 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Marks & Spencers Simply Food Phoenix Lane Tiverton Devon | 893 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Timeout Leisure (Closed) 2-3 2-3 Anstey Crescent | health and fitness suite | 519 yd |
| Amory Park 9 LEEWAY COTTAGES 9 LEEWAY COTTAGES | cycling, grass pitches | 653 yd |
| Mid Devon Indoor Bowls Centre CHAPEL STREET | indoor bowls | 667 yd |
| Horsdon Park HORSDEN PARK HORSDEN PARK BLUNDELLS ROAD | grass pitches | 711 yd |
| The Castle Primary School BARRINGTON STREET | grass pitches | 887 yd |
| The Willows Health & Fitness Fore Street | health and fitness suite | 1,006 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 | 58.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 71.76 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 71.76 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.