EX20 2JR is in South Zeal, Okehampton and West Devon district. EX20 2JR is located in the South Tawton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Central Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about South Zeal, Okehampton, EX20 2JR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX20 2JS, EX20 2LG, EX20 2JP, EX20 2JT, EX20 2JX, EX20 2JW, EX20 2JY, EX20 2JZ, EX20 2JN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX20 2JR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.7% 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 | 50.3% | 54.7% | 4.4% | 51.0% | 3.7% |
| Male | 49.7% | 45.3% | -4.4% | 49.0% | -3.7% |
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 | 31.2% | 33.6% | 2.4% | 37.9% | -4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.8% | 39.7% | -10.1% | 44.2% | -4.5% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 16.4% | 9.3% | 9.1% | 7.3% |
| Widowed | 10% | 9.1% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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 | 43.2% | 47.7% | 4.5% | 48.4% | -0.7% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 30.5% | -0.9% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 18.3% | 16.8% | -1.5% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 5% | 4% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 1% | -1.2% | 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 | 34.9% | 26.9% | -8.0% | 18.2% | 8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 10.3% | -4.9% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 12% | -2.9% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 3.8% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 13.7% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.5% | 29.9% | 12.4% | 33.8% | -3.9% |
| Other | 6.3% | 3.4% | -2.9% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.4% | 99.7% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 96.3% | 96.3% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 95.6% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.1% | 76.7% | -2.6% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 24.9% | 13.5% | 11.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.9% | 37.2% | 4.7% |
| Christian | 47.7% | 46.2% | 1.5% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 8.7% | 6.0% | 2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around EX20 2JR was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Bridestowe average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Hound, Okehampton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2024-10-22 | £479,389 |
| Lavender Cottage, Okehampton, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2020-04-03 | £329,732 |
| Little Hound, Okehampton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2016-09-23 | £324,806 |
| Tor Cottage, Okehampton, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2016-07-13 | £349,364 |
| Hillside, Okehampton, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2013-01-04 | £200,762 |
EX20 2JR area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 9% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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.
EX20 2JR 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.
| Retired | 67 |
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Tawton Primary School Tawton Lane , South Zeal EX20 2LG | 3out of 4 | 198 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Tawton Primary School TAWTON LANE | grass pitches | 96 yd |
| South Zeal Recreation Ground | grass pitches | 238 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 | 43.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 40.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 64.48 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 64.48 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.