EX20 4NP is in Bridestowe, Okehampton and West Devon district. EX20 4NP is located in the Bridestowe 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 Bridestowe, Okehampton, EX20 4NP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX20 4NP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% 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 | 49.7% | 52.1% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 50.3% | 47.9% | -2.4% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of EX20 4NP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.2% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.3% | 21.5% | 0.2% | 37.9% | -16.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.3% | 55.2% | 5.9% | 44.2% | 11.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 6.9% | -5.2% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 16.3% | 14.9% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 8.8% |
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 | 42.5% | 50.6% | 8.1% | 48.4% | 2.2% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 27.9% | -8.3% | 33.6% | -5.7% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 16.8% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 3.8% | 1.7% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 0.9% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 21.6% | 15.2% | -6.4% | 18.2% | -3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 10.4% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 11.4% | -5.3% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 4.8% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 16.3% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.7% | 34.6% | 6.9% | 33.8% | 0.8% |
| Other | 3.9% | 7.3% | 3.4% | 2.8% | 4.5% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.9% | 98% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.7% 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 | 95.5% | 94.7% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2.9% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 94.7% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 0.9% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.2% | 76.7% | -3.5% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 25.7% | 13.5% | 12.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.6% | 37.2% | 5.4% |
| Christian | 50.9% | 46.2% | 4.7% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around EX20 4NP was 26.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.6% lower than the Bere Ferrers average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
EX20 4NP has the 20th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Bere Ferrers and the 73rd lowest crime rate of 177 local areas in West Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.6%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coach House, Okehampton, Devon Other, an established residential building | £950,000 | 2022-04-29 | £978,850 |
| Millaton House, Okehampton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £2,750,000 | 2021-09-07 | £3,042,226 |
| Coach House, Okehampton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £605,000 | 2019-05-24 | £722,639 |
| Long Barn, Okehampton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2017-11-22 | £322,643 |
| Phares Cottage, Okehampton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £249,999 | 2014-03-26 | £393,083 |
EX20 4NP area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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 4NP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 EX20 4NP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 111 |
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Self-Employed | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridestowe Primary School Bridestowe , EX20 4EL | 3out of 4 | 974 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Boasley Cross Community Primary School Bratton Clovelly , EX20 4JH | 3out of 4 | 4,631 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lydford Primary School School Road , Lydford EX20 4AU | 3out of 4 | 4,839 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Hart Inn | Fore Street, Bridestowe | 877 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bridestowe Cricket Club MILLATON GROUND MILLATON GROUND ROAD FROM CROSSLANES TO MOOR VIEW | grass pitches | 482 yd |
| Bridestowe Primary School FORE STREET | grass pitches, swimming pool | 886 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 | 16.7% |
| 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 | 83.3% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.