Waresfoot Drive is in Crediton and in Mid Devon district. EX17 2DG is located in the Crediton Lawrence electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Central Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Waresfoot Drive, Crediton, EX17 2DG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX17 2AU, EX17 2DD, EX17 2DB, EX17 3LD, EX17 3LE, EX17 2AX, EX17 2AT, EX17 3LF, EX17 2DE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX17 2DG has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.6% of the population 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 | 55.7% | 56.6% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 5.6% |
| Male | 44.3% | 43.4% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -5.6% |
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 | 15.8% | 23.4% | 7.6% | 37.9% | -14.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.5% | 47.3% | -5.2% | 44.2% | 3.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 13.7% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 4.6% |
| Widowed | 17.3% | 13.7% | -3.6% | 6.1% | 7.6% |
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 (69.9%) 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 | 35.2% | 34.1% | -1.1% | 48.4% | -14.3% |
| Good health | 28.3% | 35.8% | 7.5% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 25.2% | 20.3% | -4.9% | 12.7% | 7.6% |
| Bad health | 9.1% | 7.3% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 2.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 | 32.7% | 24.6% | -8.1% | 18.2% | 6.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 11.3% | 0.4% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.4% | 10.3% | -2.1% | 13.4% | -3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.9% | 9.4% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 12.3% | 2.4% | 16.9% | -4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.8% | 29.6% | 4.8% | 33.8% | -4.2% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.1% | 98.8% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
In this area, 93.4% 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 | 94.3% | 93.4% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 2% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 93.4% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.7% | 5.7% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0% | -4.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.7% | 76.7% | -7.0% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 27.9% | 13.5% | 14.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38% | 37.2% | 0.8% |
| Christian | 56.7% | 46.2% | 10.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Waresfoot Drive was 30.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.4% lower than the Crediton Boniface average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Waresfoot Drive has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Crediton Boniface and the 100th lowest crime rate of 261 local areas in Mid Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Lark, 16A Waresfoot Drive, Crediton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2024-05-16 | £342,406 |
| 5 Waresfoot Drive, Crediton, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2023-09-05 | £289,239 |
| 14 Waresfoot Drive, Crediton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2023-04-14 | £317,778 |
| 3 Waresfoot Drive, Crediton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2022-09-20 | £281,421 |
| 17 Waresfoot Drive, Crediton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £246,000 | 2021-12-21 | £245,469 |
EX17 2DG 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 EX17 2DG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 48% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 99 |
| Full-Time Employee | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Landscore Primary School Threshers , EX17 3JH | 3out of 4 | 827 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hayward's Primary School East Street , EX17 3AX | 3out of 4 | 1,053 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandford School Sandford , EX17 4NE | 3out of 4 | 2,219 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Elizabeth's Western Road , EX17 3LU | 2out of 4 | 263 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creedy Kitchen | 100 High Street Crediton Devon | 127 yd | |
| @100 | 100 High Street Crediton Devon | 127 yd | |
| Chefs Choice | 104 High Street Crediton Devon | 129 yd | |
| Yummy Tummy Thai | Yummy Tummy Thai 113 High Street Crediton Devon | 179 yd | |
| Paint Pots of Devon | Units 6 To7 117 High Street Crediton Devon | 186 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Swan Inn | High Street Crediton Devon | 156 yd | |
| General Sir Redvers Buller | 37 High Street Crediton Devon | 183 yd | |
| Duke Of York | 74 High Street Crediton Devon | 194 yd | |
| The Three Little Pigs | 1 Parliament Street Crediton Devon | 374 yd | |
| The Mitre | 9 High Street Crediton Devon | 375 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Bridge House | 88 High Street Crediton Devon | 148 yd | |
| Saffron - Indian Takeaway | 53 High Street Crediton Devon | 162 yd | |
| Happy Garden | On Bong 39 High Street Crediton Devon | 168 yd | |
| Trawlers Catch | 40 High Street Crediton Devon | 183 yd | |
| Pinar Takeaway | 32 High Street Crediton Devon | 183 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 36 High Street Crediton Devon | 183 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Morrisons Supermarket Mill Street Crediton Devon | 1,052 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Queen Elizabeths School (Western Road Campus) Western Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 342 yd |
| Queen Elizabeths School (Barnfield Campus) LOWER SCHOOL LOWER SCHOOL BARNFIELD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 491 yd |
| Queen Elizabeth'S School (Forches Cross) LONG MEADOWS | grass pitches | 646 yd |
| Landscore Primary School THRESHERS | grass pitches | 913 yd |
| Hayward'S Primary School EAST STREET | grass pitches | 939 yd |
| Sandford Cricket Club SANDFORD CRICKET CLUB SANDFORD CRICKET CLUB ROAD FROM FORCHES CROSS TO WEST LODGE | grass pitches | 1,024 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 | 71.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.75 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.75 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.