Back Lane is in Sandford, Crediton and in Mid Devon district. EX17 4NQ is located in the Sandford & Creedy electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Central Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Back Lane, Sandford, Crediton, EX17 4NQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX17 4NG, EX17 4NS, EX17 4LZ, EX17 4ND, EX17 4LN, EX17 4NE, EX17 4NA, EX17 4LW, EX17 4NF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX17 4NQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.2% of residents 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 | 54.5% | 54.2% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 3.2% |
| Male | 45.5% | 45.8% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -3.2% |
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 | 23.6% | 28.1% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -9.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.7% | 50.4% | -3.3% | 44.2% | 6.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2.3% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 9.2% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 10% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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 | 43.8% | 45% | 1.2% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 31.4% | -1.0% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 18.4% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 5.7% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 4.2% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 32.1% | 24.7% | -7.4% | 18.2% | 6.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.9% | 7.3% | 0.4% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 14.3% | -2.8% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 4.2% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 17% | 8.5% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.7% | 32% | 2.3% | 33.8% | -1.8% |
| Other | 2.4% | 0.4% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.3% | 98.1% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 95.7% | 96.8% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 96.8% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 0.3% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78% | 76.7% | 1.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 20.1% | 13.5% | 6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.1% | 37.2% | 13.9% |
| Christian | 38.8% | 46.2% | -7.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Back Lane was 12.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.6% lower than the Cadbury average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Back Lane has the 5th lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Cadbury and the 24th lowest crime rate of 261 local areas in Mid Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.4%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunters Lodge Back Lane, Crediton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2025-09-26 | £275,000 |
| Hunters Lodge Back Lane, Crediton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £262,500 | 2023-02-03 | £248,514 |
| Hunters Lodge Back Lane, Crediton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £192,900 | 2020-01-31 | £235,145 |
| Franklins Back Lane, Crediton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2019-10-17 | £385,502 |
| Hunters Lodge Back Lane, Crediton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2019-09-12 | £267,224 |
EX17 4NQ 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 4NQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 84 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 33 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Education | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandford School Sandford , EX17 4NE | 3out of 4 | 110 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Landscore Primary School Threshers , EX17 3JH | 3out of 4 | 2,466 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hayward's Primary School East Street , EX17 3AX | 3out of 4 | 2,868 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 | 2,239 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 Lamb Inn | Lamb Inn The Square Sandford Crediton Devon | 129 yd | |
| Rose & Crown | Rose Crown Sandford Crediton Devon | 172 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sandford School | grass pitches | 135 yd |
| Sandford Recreation Ground STREAMBANK STREAMBANK MILL LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 294 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 | 74.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 71.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.