Broad Lane is in Tiverton and in Mid Devon district. EX16 5HQ is located in the Tiverton Westexe 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 Broad Lane, Tiverton, EX16 5HQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX16 5NP, EX16 5HD, EX16 5HJ, EX16 5HH, EX16 5HB, EX16 5EZ, EX16 5HA, EX16 5GT, EX16 5DR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding EX16 5HQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 53.7% | 49.3% | -4.4% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 46.3% | 50.7% | 4.4% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 | 23.7% | 30.9% | 7.2% | 37.9% | -7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.4% | 45.6% | -4.8% | 44.2% | 1.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.7% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.8% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 10.1% | -2.2% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 6.9% | -4.5% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 43% | 42.5% | -0.5% | 48.4% | -5.9% |
| Good health | 29.1% | 35.7% | 6.6% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 15% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 9.1% | 6.1% | -3.0% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 37.7% | 18.9% | -18.8% | 18.2% | 0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 14.3% | 0.3% | 9.6% | 4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 18% | 0.9% | 13.4% | 4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 6.5% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 15.2% | 6.0% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 14% | 24.9% | 10.9% | 33.8% | -8.9% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.3% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| White | 100% | 97.9% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 98.1% | 96.1% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 96.1% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71% | 76.7% | -5.7% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 26.5% | 13.5% | 13.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.1% | 37.2% | 8.9% |
| Christian | 42.1% | 46.2% | -4.1% |
| Sikh | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 9.6% | 6.0% | 3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Broad Lane was 263.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 62.4% higher than the Tiverton Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Broad Lane has the 7th highest crime rate of 42 local areas in Tiverton Castle and the 9th highest crime rate of 261 local areas in Mid Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 147.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -10.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Broad Lane, Tiverton, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £52,000 | 1998-06-25 | £239,652 |
EX16 5HQ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Education | 9 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heathcoat Primary School Broad Lane , EX16 5HE | 3out of 4 | 43 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Catholic Primary School Melbourne Street , EX16 5LB | 2out of 4 | 594 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Primary School Barrington Street , EX16 6QR | 3out of 4 | 1,074 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Two Moors Primary School Cowleymoor Road , EX16 6HH | 3out of 4 | 1,765 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wilcombe Primary School Lazenby Road , Wilcombe EX16 4AL | 3out of 4 | 2,017 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,262 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACE Tiverton Special School Orchard Way , Tiverton EX16 5HB | - not rated | 144 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blundell's School Blundell's Road , EX16 4DN | - not rated | 2,232 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blundell's Preparatory School Milestones House , Blundells Road EX16 4NA | - not rated | 2,892 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Great British Takeaway and Restaurant | The Great British Takeaway and Restaurant West-Exe South Tiverton Devon | 242 yd | |
| King Street Chapel | King Street Chapel King Street Tiverton Devon | 385 yd | |
| Tiverton Almshouse Trust | Greenway Gardens Wellbrook Street Tiverton Devon | 402 yd | |
| The Coffee Bean | 12 Bridge Street Tiverton Devon | 439 yd | |
| Love from Beth | 1A Bridge Street Tiverton Devon | 447 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tiverton West End Bowling | Bowling Pavilion Wellbrook Street Tiverton Devon | 392 yd | |
| White Ball Inn | 8 Bridge Street Tiverton Devon | 439 yd | |
| Westexe Sports & Social Club | Heathcoat Hall Wellbrook Street Tiverton Devon | 453 yd | |
| The Racehorse Inn | The Racehorse Inn Wellbrook Street Tiverton Devon | 466 yd | |
| Tiverton Liberal Club | 7 Angel Terrace St Peter Street Tiverton Devon | 512 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Golden Palace | 92 West-Exe South Tiverton Devon | 240 yd | |
| Best Kebab | Best Kebab 21 West-Exe South Tiverton Devon | 343 yd | |
| Habanero | Habanero Takeaway 14B Bridge Street Tiverton Devon | 403 yd | |
| Domino Fish Bar | 15 Church Street Tiverton Devon | 410 yd | |
| Nawab | 10 Bridge Street Tiverton Devon | 439 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Marks & Spencers Simply Food Phoenix Lane Tiverton Devon | 601 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Kennedy Way Tiverton Devon | 1,077 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Heathcoat Primary School BROAD LANE | grass pitches | 150 yd |
| Westexe Recreation Ground Queen Street | grass pitches | 310 yd |
| The Willows Health & Fitness Fore Street | health and fitness suite | 550 yd |
| The Castle Primary School BARRINGTON STREET | grass pitches | 1,050 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 | 0.0% |
| 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.