Rose Cottages is in Ashreigney, Chulmleigh and in Torridge district. EX18 7LZ is located in the Winkleigh electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torridge and West Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rose Cottages, Ashreigney, Chulmleigh, EX18 7LZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX18 7NA, EX18 7LY, EX18 7LU, EX18 7LS, EX18 7NT, EX18 7LH, EX18 7LP, EX18 7NB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX18 7LZ, 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 | 50.8% | 54.2% | 3.4% | 51.0% | 3.2% |
| Male | 49.2% | 45.8% | -3.4% | 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 | 19% | 30% | 11.0% | 37.9% | -7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61% | 50% | -11.0% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 3.6% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 7.2% | -2.3% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 10% | 9.2% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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 | 44.4% | 43% | -1.4% | 48.4% | -5.4% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 37.4% | 0.7% | 33.6% | 3.8% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 15.9% | 2.2% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 3.6% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 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 | 24.8% | 17.2% | -7.6% | 18.2% | -1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 10% | 0.5% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 20% | 5.2% | 13.4% | 6.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 6.8% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 17.2% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.5% | 25.2% | -4.3% | 33.8% | -8.6% |
| Other | 6.2% | 3.6% | -2.6% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.4% | 96.4% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
In this area, 95.4% 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 | 97.2% | 95.4% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 95.7% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.3% | 76.7% | -6.4% |
| France | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 27.7% | 13.5% | 14.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.8% | 37.2% | -0.4% |
| Christian | 53% | 46.2% | 6.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rose Cottages was 50.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.1% higher than the Shebbear & Langtree average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rose Cottages has the 6th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Shebbear & Langtree and the 77th highest crime rate of 211 local areas in Torridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Rose Cottages, Chulmleigh, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2012-07-16 | £261,225 |
| 2 Rose Cottages, Chulmleigh, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2006-11-15 | £265,544 |
| 2 Rose Cottages, Chulmleigh, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £169,950 | 2005-05-23 | £279,062 |
| 2 Rose Cottages, Chulmleigh, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £147,500 | 2004-02-03 | £263,750 |
| 1 Rose Cottages, Chulmleigh, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £72,500 | 1999-07-13 | £323,634 |
EX18 7LZ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 21% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
EX18 7LZ 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 EX18 7LZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 77 |
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Self-Employed | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acorn School Seckington Cross , Winkleigh EX19 8EY | - not rated | 5,243 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.