The Burrowe is in Crediton and in Mid Devon district. EX17 2EX is located in the Crediton Lawrence electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Central Devon. This postcode has been in use since 2010-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Burrowe, Crediton, EX17 2EX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX17 2EE, EX17 2AJ, EX17 2BW, EX17 2AW, EX17 2BS, EX17 3LQ, EX17 2BJ, EX17 3DU, EX17 2BT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding EX17 2EX has a slightly higher male population, with 52.5% 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 | 50.8% | 47.5% | -3.3% | 51.0% | -3.5% |
| Male | 49.2% | 52.5% | 3.3% | 49.0% | 3.5% |
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 | 35% | 40.4% | 5.4% | 37.9% | 2.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.8% | 33.4% | -3.4% | 44.2% | -10.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3% | 6.4% | 3.4% | 2.2% | 4.2% |
| Divorced | 12% | 14.3% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 5.2% |
| Widowed | 11.7% | 4.9% | -6.8% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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 | 42.6% | 46.3% | 3.7% | 48.4% | -2.1% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 35.5% | -3.1% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 13.6% | -1.1% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 4% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 21.8% | 17.4% | -4.4% | 18.2% | -0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 8.2% | -5.3% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 15.2% | -1.7% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 5.8% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.4% | 17.4% | 2.0% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.2% | 33.2% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -0.6% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.7% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.7% | 98% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
In this area, 90.2% 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 | 92.5% | 90.2% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 7.6% | 4.2% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.5% | 89.9% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 8.1% | 6.5% | 9.8% | -1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.8% | 1.3% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0.5% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.1% | 76.7% | 1.4% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 3.3% | 1.3% | 2.0% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 16.1% | 13.5% | 2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.5% | 37.2% | 15.3% |
| Christian | 41.4% | 46.2% | -4.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Burrowe was 94.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.7% higher than the Crediton Boniface average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Burrowe has the 7th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Crediton Boniface and the 50th highest crime rate of 261 local areas in Mid Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 55.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -24.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 4 Market Square House The Burrowe, Crediton, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £135,000 | 2011-02-04 | £178,208 |
| Flat 1 Market Square House The Burrowe, Crediton, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £135,000 | 2011-01-28 | £176,387 |
EX17 2EX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 104 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Education | 19 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hayward's Primary School East Street , EX17 3AX | 3out of 4 | 779 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Landscore Primary School Threshers , EX17 3JH | 3out of 4 | 1,070 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandford School Sandford , EX17 4NE | 3out of 4 | 2,329 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 | 516 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crediton Coffee Company | Unit 1 Market Square House Market Street Crediton Devon | 4 yd | |
| Baobab Cafe Ltd | Unit 2 Market Street House Market Street Crediton | 7 yd | |
| Ashtons Coffee Lounge | Ashtons Coffee Lounge Ltd 9 Market Street Crediton Devon | 39 yd | |
| Crediton Tandoori | 137 High Street Crediton Devon | 96 yd | |
| Trattoria Eva | Wedges 22 High Street Crediton Devon | 117 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Three Little Pigs | 1 Parliament Street Crediton Devon | 99 yd | |
| The Mitre | 9 High Street Crediton Devon | 131 yd | |
| Crediton Bowling Club | Crediton Devon | 201 yd | |
| General Sir Redvers Buller | 37 High Street Crediton Devon | 224 yd | |
| White Swan Inn | High Street Crediton Devon | 309 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trawlers Catch | 40 High Street Crediton Devon | 224 yd | |
| Pinar Takeaway | 32 High Street Crediton Devon | 224 yd | |
| Happy Garden | On Bong 39 High Street Crediton Devon | 254 yd | |
| Saffron - Indian Takeaway | 53 High Street Crediton Devon | 349 yd | |
| Golden Bridge House | 88 High Street Crediton Devon | 360 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 36 High Street Crediton Devon | 224 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Morrisons Supermarket Mill Street Crediton Devon | 772 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 546 yd |
| Queen Elizabeths School (Western Road Campus) Western Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 611 yd |
| Hayward'S Primary School EAST STREET | grass pitches | 664 yd |
| Crediton Rfc BLAGDON RISE | grass pitches | 950 yd |
| Exhibition Road Playing Fields EXHIBITION ROAD | grass pitches | 979 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 | 72.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.