Holnicote Road is in Bude and in North Cornwall district. EX23 8EJ 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 Holnicote Road, Bude, EX23 8EJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX23 8GU, EX23 8DP, EX23 8DE, EX23 8EH, EX23 8EB, EX23 8EN, EX23 8DF, EX23 8EW, EX23 8DH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX23 8EJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 51.7% | 2.7% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 51% | 48.3% | -2.7% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 34.9% | 24.9% | -10.0% | 37.9% | -13.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44% | 49.4% | 5.4% | 44.2% | 5.2% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 2.9% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 9.8% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 10.4% | 13.1% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 7.0% |
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 | 50.7% | 47.7% | -3.0% | 48.4% | -0.7% |
| Good health | 28.1% | 27.2% | -0.9% | 33.6% | -6.4% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 18.7% | 4.1% | 12.7% | 6.0% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 5.3% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 26.1% | 16.9% | -9.2% | 18.2% | -1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 12.8% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.9% | 15.7% | -4.2% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 7% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 18.2% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.7% | 26.4% | 5.7% | 33.8% | -7.4% |
| Other | 4.1% | 2.9% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.3% | 99.3% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 98.6% | 95.8% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 3.1% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 98.3% | 96.2% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.8% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.8% | 76.7% | 4.1% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 18.2% | 13.5% | 4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.8% | 37.2% | 7.6% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holnicote Road was 28.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.9% lower than the Bude average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Holnicote Road has the 7th lowest crime rate of 37 local areas in Bude and the 511th lowest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 9.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gaumont House Holnicote Road, Bude, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2023-12-18 | £360,750 |
| Henleaze Holnicote Road, Bude, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2023-10-31 | £511,184 |
| 8 Holnicote Road, Bude, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £567,000 | 2021-06-24 | £632,777 |
| Little Orchard Holnicote Road, Bude, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2019-11-25 | £540,732 |
| Inglenook Holnicote Road, Bude, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2019-08-23 | £490,556 |
EX23 8EJ 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 8EJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 88 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bude Primary Academy - Infants Broadclose Hill , EX23 8EA | 1out of 4 | 222 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bude Primary Academy - Juniors Broadclose Hill , EX23 8DR | 1out of 4 | 424 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stratton Primary School New Road , Stratton EX23 9AP | 3out of 4 | 1,509 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marhamchurch CofE Primary School Helebridge Road , Marhamchurch EX23 0HY | 3out of 4 | 3,034 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 | 539 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 | 1,079 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen Premier Inn | Premier Inn, The Strand | 387 yd | |
| Cloud Nine Cafe | Cloud Nine Café, Unit 5 | 404 yd | |
| Mirchi Indian Cuisine | Mirchi Cuisine, 7 Lansdown Road | 404 yd | |
| Scoop | Unit 5, Ceres | 406 yd | |
| Sweet P Confectionary | Indigo Fashions, 11 The Strand Shopping Centre | 408 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bencoolen Inn | Bencoolen Road, Bude | 393 yd | |
| The Carriers Inn | The Strand, Bude | 413 yd | |
| Bar 35 | Belle Vue Avenue, Bude | 509 yd | |
| Bude Social Club | 1 Granville Terrace, Bude | 517 yd | |
| Granville Lodge Of Masons | Masonic Hall, The Wharf | 529 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silver River Cornwall | Silver River Chinese Takeaway, 20 The Strand | 413 yd | |
| Tiandi | 16 The Strand, Bude | 413 yd | |
| Funky Chicken | Funkys Takeaway, 21 The Strand | 413 yd | |
| K J's Kebabs | 1 Triangle View, Belle Vue Lane | 459 yd | |
| The Tasty Plaice | The Tasty Place, 16 Queen Street | 475 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | Co-Operative Group, Burn View | 317 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Morrisons, Stucley Road | 829 yd | |
| Lidl | Sandpiper Road, Stratton | 910 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bude Junior School | grass pitches | 247 yd |
| Broad Close Park | grass pitches | 365 yd |
| Budehaven Leisure Centre STRATTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, tennis courts | 415 yd |
| Fusion Fitness (Closed) Burn View Lane | health and fitness suite | 531 yd |
| Bude Rugby Football Club | grass pitches | 590 yd |
| Bude Haven Recreation Ground Leven Terrace | squash courts, tennis courts | 619 yd |
| Bude And North Cornwall Golf Club BURN VIEW | golf | 692 yd |
| Splash Leisure Pool STUCLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 723 yd |
| Goldsworthy Drive COOMBE CLOSE | grass pitches | 933 yd |
| Fusion Fitness UNIT 14B UNIT 14B KINGS HILL INDUSTRIAL ESTATE | health and fitness suite | 1,049 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 | 60 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 75.95 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 75.95 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.