Bridge Street is in Hatherleigh, Okehampton and in West Devon district. EX20 3HS is located in the Hatherleigh electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Central Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bridge Street, Hatherleigh, Okehampton, EX20 3HS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX20 3HZ, EX20 3HY, EX20 3DB, EX20 3DD, EX20 3HU, EX20 3JB, EX20 3HX, EX20 3HA, EX20 3JH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX20 3HS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.1% | 51.6% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 47.9% | 48.4% | 0.5% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 30.7% | 32.7% | 2.0% | 37.9% | -5.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.4% | 38.9% | -9.5% | 44.2% | -5.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 3.1% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 14.8% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 5.7% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 8.9% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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 | 46.8% | 46.6% | -0.2% | 48.4% | -1.8% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 36.7% | 1.9% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 10.2% | -5.0% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 4.3% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 | 20.5% | 16% | -4.5% | 18.2% | -2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 9.8% | -5.0% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.5% | 18.4% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 5.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 6.6% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 19.5% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.2% | 27% | 2.8% | 33.8% | -6.8% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 98.6% | 96.7% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
In this area, 92.8% 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 | 96.1% | 92.8% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 92.2% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 5.9% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.6% | 76.7% | -1.1% |
| France | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 20.8% | 13.5% | 7.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.5% | 37.2% | 14.3% |
| Christian | 43% | 46.2% | -3.2% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bridge Street was 64.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 163.4% higher than the Bridestowe average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Bridge Street has the 11th highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Bridestowe and the 36th highest crime rate of 177 local areas in West Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Natwest Bridge Street, Okehampton, Devon Other, an established residential building | £187,000 | 2017-04-28 | £214,553 |
EX20 3HS area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Self-Employed | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Other | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hatherleigh Community Primary School South Street , Hatherleigh EX20 3JB | 3out of 4 | 244 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Market Steet Cafe | 1 Market Street, Hatherleigh | 148 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The George | 5 Market Street, Hatherleigh | 170 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hatherleigh Fish Bar | The Cafe, 9 Bridge Street | 112 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Hatherleigh Co-op, 24 Bridge Street | 37 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hatherleigh Primary School SOUTH STREET | grass pitches | 142 yd |
| Hatherleigh Cricket Club HOLSWORTHY ROAD | grass pitches | 316 yd |
| Hatherleigh Town Football Club Okehampton Road | grass pitches | 798 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.