Rolle Cottages is in Barnstaple and in North Devon district. EX31 1JL is located in the Barnstaple with Pilton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rolle Cottages, Barnstaple, EX31 1JL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX31 1GX, EX31 1GW, EX31 1JN, EX31 1AE, EX31 1GZ, EX31 1JE, EX31 1GY, EX31 1RH, EX31 1JQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX31 1JL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.9% | 50.3% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 50.1% | 49.7% | -0.4% | 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 | 27.7% | 33.7% | 6.0% | 37.9% | -4.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.2% | 45.6% | -8.6% | 44.2% | 1.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 11.6% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 6.7% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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 | 49.6% | 47.1% | -2.5% | 48.4% | -1.3% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 32.9% | 1.0% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 15% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 3.8% | 1.5% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 16.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.4% | 18.8% | -9.6% | 18.2% | 0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 14.6% | -0.2% | 9.6% | 5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 22.2% | 4.1% | 13.4% | 8.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 8.3% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 16.7% | 4.2% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.1% | 16.7% | 1.6% | 33.8% | -17.1% |
| Other | 5.2% | 2.8% | -2.4% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.4% | 96.2% | -3.2% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
In this area, 89% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.9% | 89% | -6.9% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| European Union | 2% | 8.4% | 6.4% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 88.7% | -6.7% | 83.2% | 5.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 4.6% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 4.6% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.1% | 76.7% | -1.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 4.1% | 1.5% | 2.6% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 18.6% | 13.5% | 5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.3% | 37.2% | 7.1% |
| Christian | 45.8% | 46.2% | -0.4% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rolle Cottages was 53.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.8% lower than the Barnstaple with Pilton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rolle Cottages has the 12th highest crime rate of 38 local areas in Barnstaple with Pilton and the 115th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in North Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3A Rolle Cottages, Barnstaple, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2015-10-23 | £199,346 |
| 3A Rolle Cottages, Barnstaple, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2014-12-12 | £133,072 |
EX31 1JL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 104 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Education | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pilton Infants' School Abbey Road , EX31 1JU | 4out of 4 | 372 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy Abbey Road , EX31 1JU | 3out of 4 | 416 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yeo Valley Primary School Derby Road , EX32 7HB | 1out of 4 | 759 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashleigh CofE Primary School Bevan Road , EX32 8LJ | 2out of 4 | 1,048 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Catholic Primary School, Barnstaple Chanters Hill , EX32 8DN | 3out of 4 | 1,237 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pilton Community College Chaddiford Lane , EX31 1RB | 2out of 4 | 671 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Park Community School Park Lane , EX32 9AX | 2out of 4 | 2,011 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petroc Old Sticklepath Hill , EX31 2BQ | - not rated | 1,410 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pathfield School Abbey Road , Pilton EX31 1JU | 3out of 4 | 428 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lampard Community School St John's Lane , EX32 9DD | 3out of 4 | 2,371 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Shoreline Academy Fishleigh Road , EX31 3UD | 1out of 4 | 3,248 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| On Track Education Services Narita House , Fishleigh Road EX31 3UD | - not rated | 3,497 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wee Snug | 1 Boutport Street, Barnstaple | 128 yd | |
| Greggs | 61 High Street, Barnstaple | 176 yd | |
| Dingles Coffee Bar | 11 Gammon Walk, Barnstaple | 203 yd | |
| Aleafia | Unit I, Gammon Walk | 214 yd | |
| Barnstaple Coffee Shop | 54 High Street, Barnstaple | 239 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rolle Quay Inn | Rolle Quay, Barnstaple | 69 yd | |
| Cork And Bottle | 58B High Street, Barnstaple | 176 yd | |
| Bull And Bear | 128 Boutport Street, Barnstaple | 244 yd | |
| Beer Matters Limited | 7 Tuly Street, Barnstaple | 254 yd | |
| Barnstaple Rugby Club | Pottington Road, Barnstaple | 275 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bubbles Boba Tea | 1 Gammon Walk, Barnstaple | 204 yd | |
| Big Hungry | 11 Pilton Street, Barnstaple | 310 yd | |
| Warrens Bakery | W T Warren And Son (Hayle) Ltd, 73 High Street | 328 yd | |
| Exmoor Catering and Events | Barnstaple Town Football Club, Mill Road | 391 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 23 Boutport Street, Barnstaple | 404 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Plc | 58 High Street, Barnstaple | 176 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Marks And Spencer, 78-79 High Street | 327 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 100-101 High Street | 541 yd | |
| The Food Warehouse by Iceland | Unit 3, Anchorwood Retail Park | 640 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Food | St Georges Road, Barnstaple | 877 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tm Fitness OLD ICE FACTORY OLD ICE FACTORY ROLLE STREET | health and fitness suite | 167 yd |
| Floor One Fitness (Closed) UNIT I UNIT I GAMMON WALK | health and fitness suite | 220 yd |
| Barnstaple Town Football Club MILL ROAD | grass pitches | 389 yd |
| Boca Seniors (Bocarena Park) MILL ROAD | grass pitches | 429 yd |
| Pilton Bluecoat Academy ABBEY ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 490 yd |
| Barnstaple Rfc Pottington Road | grass pitches | 495 yd |
| Pilton Community College CHADDIFORD LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 773 yd |
| North Devon Leisure Centre SEVEN BRETHREN BANK | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 951 yd |
| Barnstaple Hotel Health & Leisure Club BRAUNTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 956 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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.