East Road is in Kilkhampton, Bude and in North Cornwall district. EX23 9QS is located in the Stratton, Kilkhampton & Morwenstow electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Cornwall. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about East Road, Kilkhampton, Bude, EX23 9QS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX23 9QR, EX23 9QG, EX23 9QW, EX23 9QT, EX23 9TH, EX23 9QQ, EX23 9QF, EX23 9QE, EX23 9QU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX23 9QS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.1% | 51.8% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 47.9% | 48.2% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 9QS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.9% 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 | 19.2% | 16.5% | -2.7% | 37.9% | -21.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.7% | 58.9% | -4.8% | 44.2% | 14.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 1.7% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 3.7% | 10% | 6.3% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 10.2% | 11.3% | 1.1% | 6.1% | 5.2% |
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 | 45.6% | 39.4% | -6.2% | 48.4% | -9.0% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 36.6% | 0.4% | 33.6% | 3.0% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 17.3% | 3.7% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 3.9% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 17.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.5% | 20.8% | -5.7% | 18.2% | 2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 10.4% | -4.3% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 19% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 5.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 9.1% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 16% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.8% | 17.7% | -3.1% | 33.8% | -16.1% |
| Other | 2.9% | 6.9% | 4.0% | 2.8% | 4.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.4% | 99.6% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94% 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 | 97.7% | 94% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 1% | 5.3% | 4.3% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 94.3% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0.4% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.4% | 76.7% | 1.7% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 19.9% | 13.5% | 6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44% | 37.2% | 6.8% |
| Christian | 50.7% | 46.2% | 4.5% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around East Road was 45.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.5% higher than the Poundstock average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
East Road has the 9th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Poundstock and the 854th lowest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.2%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockingham East Road, Bude, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £615,000 | 2025-03-21 | £620,808 |
| Penlean House East Road, Bude, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2023-03-09 | £421,420 |
| Clover Cottage East Road, Bude, Cornwall Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £137,000 | 2019-07-22 | £179,154 |
| Ferndale East Road, Bude, Cornwall Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2017-06-30 | £327,717 |
| Sunnyside East Road, Bude, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2016-08-08 | £287,593 |
EX23 9QS 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.
EX23 9QS 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 9QS 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 | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kilkhampton Junior and Infant School Kilkhampton , EX23 9QU | 3out of 4 | 255 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's CofE Primary School, Morwenstow Shop , Morwenstow EX23 9PE | 4out of 4 | 4,733 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| K A Penstowe Limited | Penstowe Manor, Penstowe Park | 646 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Inn | New Inn, Kilkhampton | 367 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pizza Shop Home Of Ape Pizza | Trewins Lock Up, Kilkhampton | 231 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | The Co-Operative Bank, Kilkhampton | 367 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lamb Park | grass pitches | 204 yd |
| Kilkhampton Primary School | grass pitches | 236 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.