Broadclose Court is in Bude and in North Cornwall district. EX23 8DR is located in the Bude electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Cornwall. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Broadclose Court, Bude, EX23 8DR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX23 8EB, EX23 8AS, EX23 8DU, EX23 8UD, EX23 8EZ, EX23 8DP, EX23 8GU, EX23 8AJ, EX23 8EW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX23 8DR has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57% of the population 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 | 49.9% | 57% | 7.1% | 51.0% | 6.0% |
| Male | 50.1% | 43% | -7.1% | 49.0% | -6.0% |
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 EX23 8DR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.1% 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 | 22.7% | 17% | -5.7% | 37.9% | -20.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.5% | 59.1% | -4.4% | 44.2% | 14.9% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2.9% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 4% | 5.2% | 1.2% | 9.1% | -3.9% |
| Widowed | 8% | 15.9% | 7.9% | 6.1% | 9.8% |
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 | 48.2% | 46.3% | -1.9% | 48.4% | -2.1% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 28.4% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -5.2% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 20.6% | 3.1% | 12.7% | 7.9% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 3.7% | 1.2% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 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 | 24.1% | 17.6% | -6.5% | 18.2% | -0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 6.6% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 18.8% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 5.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 7.5% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.1% | 17.3% | 2.2% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.4% | 28.6% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -5.2% |
| Other | 2.3% | 3.5% | 1.2% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 97.5% | 96.8% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 98.3% | 97.3% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 97% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.1% | 76.7% | -2.6% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 25.1% | 13.5% | 11.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.9% | 37.2% | 8.7% |
| Christian | 49.4% | 46.2% | 3.2% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Broadclose Court was 2.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 97.3% lower than the Bude average. The most reported crime type was Drugs.
Broadclose Court has the lowest crime rate of 37 local areas in Bude and the 3rd lowest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -5.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachri Broadclose Court, Bude, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2020-10-30 | £474,476 |
| 2 Broadclose Court, Bude, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2020-01-31 | £285,358 |
| Bachri Broadclose Court, Bude, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2019-11-01 | £301,804 |
| 1 Broadclose Court, Bude, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2018-12-10 | £277,252 |
| 1 Broadclose Court, Bude, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £194,000 | 2005-07-25 | £322,886 |
EX23 8DR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 EX23 8DR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 146 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bude Primary Academy - Infants Broadclose Hill , EX23 8EA | 1out of 4 | 96 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bude Primary Academy - Juniors Broadclose Hill , EX23 8DR | 1out of 4 | 143 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stratton Primary School New Road , Stratton EX23 9AP | 3out of 4 | 1,220 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marhamchurch CofE Primary School Helebridge Road , Marhamchurch EX23 0HY | 3out of 4 | 3,040 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budehaven Community School Valley Road , EX23 8DQ | 3out of 4 | 520 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Petroc's School 40 Ocean View Road , EX23 8NJ | - not rated | 1,127 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Venue | Stucley Road, Stratton | 494 yd | |
| Splash Leisure Pool | Stucley Road, Stratton | 494 yd | |
| Cloud Nine Cafe | Cloud Nine Café, Unit 5 | 643 yd | |
| Mirchi Indian Cuisine | Mirchi Cuisine, 7 Lansdown Road | 643 yd | |
| Scoop | Unit 5, Ceres | 647 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bencoolen Inn | Bencoolen Road, Bude | 678 yd | |
| The Carriers Inn | The Strand, Bude | 691 yd | |
| Bar 35 | Belle Vue Avenue, Bude | 719 yd | |
| Bude Social Club | 1 Granville Terrace, Bude | 770 yd | |
| Granville Lodge Of Masons | Masonic Hall, The Wharf | 821 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tasty Plaice | The Tasty Place, 16 Queen Street | 675 yd | |
| Silver River Cornwall | Silver River Chinese Takeaway, 20 The Strand | 691 yd | |
| Tiandi | 16 The Strand, Bude | 691 yd | |
| Funky Chicken | Funkys Takeaway, 21 The Strand | 691 yd | |
| K J's Kebabs | 1 Triangle View, Belle Vue Lane | 704 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | Co-Operative Group, Burn View | 521 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Morrisons, Stucley Road | 575 yd | |
| Lidl | Sandpiper Road, Stratton | 739 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bude Junior School | grass pitches | 64 yd |
| Broad Close Park | grass pitches | 72 yd |
| Budehaven Leisure Centre STRATTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, tennis courts | 363 yd |
| Splash Leisure Pool STUCLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 495 yd |
| Goldsworthy Drive COOMBE CLOSE | grass pitches | 651 yd |
| Fusion Fitness (Closed) Burn View Lane | health and fitness suite | 703 yd |
| Bude Rugby Football Club | grass pitches | 840 yd |
| Bude And North Cornwall Golf Club BURN VIEW | golf | 854 yd |
| Bude Haven Recreation Ground Leven Terrace | squash courts, tennis courts | 885 yd |
| Fusion Fitness UNIT 14B UNIT 14B KINGS HILL INDUSTRIAL ESTATE | health and fitness suite | 1,016 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.