Pilton Street is in Barnstaple and in North Devon district. EX31 1PG 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 Pilton Street, Barnstaple, EX31 1PG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX31 1PE, EX31 1PD, EX31 1PB, EX31 1RN, EX32 7FB, EX31 1PQ, EX31 1PA, EX31 1PJ, EX32 7AA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX31 1PG 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 | 52.6% | 51.8% | -0.8% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 47.4% | 48.2% | 0.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 29.4% | 30.6% | 1.2% | 37.9% | -7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.4% | 41.2% | 0.8% | 44.2% | -3.0% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 2.3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 19.4% | 5.8% | 9.1% | 10.3% |
| Widowed | 13.2% | 6.5% | -6.7% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 | 44.2% | 41% | -3.2% | 48.4% | -7.4% |
| Good health | 29.9% | 32.3% | 2.4% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 19.3% | 20.7% | 1.4% | 12.7% | 8.0% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 4.8% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.2% | 21.9% | -11.3% | 18.2% | 3.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 8.8% | -3.5% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 21.4% | 5.7% | 13.4% | 8.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 6% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 13.5% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.1% | 26% | 3.9% | 33.8% | -7.8% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.3% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 97.1% | 94.8% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 13.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 87.3% 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 | 94.9% | 87.3% | -7.6% | 83.2% | 4.1% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 7.6% | 6.5% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 2.4% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 86.9% | -8.0% | 83.2% | 3.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 6.7% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 2.4% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 1.2% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.7% | 76.7% | 1.0% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Poland | 3.2% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 14.3% | 13.5% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.8% | 37.2% | 8.6% |
| Christian | 45.8% | 46.2% | -0.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pilton Street was 58.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.0% lower than the Barnstaple with Pilton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pilton Street has the 10th highest crime rate of 38 local areas in Barnstaple with Pilton and the 103rd highest crime rate of 313 local areas in North Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 110A Pilton Street, Barnstaple, Devon Other, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2025-03-21 | £62,820 |
| Bridge House Veterinary Hospital Pilton Street, Barnstaple, Devon Other, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2020-11-27 | £436,289 |
| 110A Pilton Street, Barnstaple, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2019-07-09 | £151,507 |
| 110A Pilton Street, Barnstaple, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £98,000 | 2015-07-02 | £123,605 |
| 120 Pilton Street, Barnstaple, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £149,000 | 2009-11-12 | £235,995 |
EX31 1PG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 EX31 1PG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 70 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pilton Infants' School Abbey Road , EX31 1JU | 4out of 4 | 60 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy Abbey Road , EX31 1JU | 3out of 4 | 168 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yeo Valley Primary School Derby Road , EX32 7HB | 1out of 4 | 736 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashleigh CofE Primary School Bevan Road , EX32 8LJ | 2out of 4 | 1,170 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Catholic Primary School, Barnstaple Chanters Hill , EX32 8DN | 3out of 4 | 1,273 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 | 551 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Park Community School Park Lane , EX32 9AX | 2out of 4 | 2,242 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 | 1,746 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 | 243 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lampard Community School St John's Lane , EX32 9DD | 3out of 4 | 2,511 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Shoreline Academy Fishleigh Road , EX31 3UD | 1out of 4 | 3,556 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| On Track Education Services Narita House , Fishleigh Road EX31 3UD | - not rated | 3,557 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 | 348 yd | |
| Greggs | 61 High Street, Barnstaple | 459 yd | |
| Green Lanes Cafe | 1 Green Lanes Shopping Centre, Green Lanes Shopping Centre | 471 yd | |
| Barnstaple Coffee Shop | 54 High Street, Barnstaple | 493 yd | |
| Dingles Coffee Bar | 11 Gammon Walk, Barnstaple | 500 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Reform Inn | Reform Inn, Reform Street | 36 yd | |
| Green Man | 28 Pilton Street, Barnstaple | 177 yd | |
| The Rolle Quay Inn | Rolle Quay, Barnstaple | 405 yd | |
| Bull And Bear | 128 Boutport Street, Barnstaple | 406 yd | |
| Barnstaple Conservative Club | 13 Boutport Street, Barnstaple | 415 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Hungry | 11 Pilton Street, Barnstaple | 28 yd | |
| The Pilton Fryer | 94 Pilton Street, Barnstaple | 139 yd | |
| Bubbles Boba Tea | 1 Gammon Walk, Barnstaple | 500 yd | |
| Wing Fong Chinese Take Away | 43-44 Vicarage Street, BARNSTAPLE | 539 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 23 Boutport Street, Barnstaple | 573 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Plc | 58 High Street, Barnstaple | 459 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Marks And Spencer, 78-79 High Street | 596 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Food | St Georges Road, Barnstaple | 722 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 100-101 High Street | 805 yd | |
| The Food Warehouse by Iceland | Unit 3, Anchorwood Retail Park | 973 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pilton Bluecoat Academy ABBEY ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 274 yd |
| Tm Fitness OLD ICE FACTORY OLD ICE FACTORY ROLLE STREET | health and fitness suite | 310 yd |
| Floor One Fitness (Closed) UNIT I UNIT I GAMMON WALK | health and fitness suite | 526 yd |
| Barnstaple Town Football Club MILL ROAD | grass pitches | 586 yd |
| Pilton Community College CHADDIFORD LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 656 yd |
| Boca Seniors (Bocarena Park) MILL ROAD | grass pitches | 661 yd |
| Barnstaple Rfc Pottington Road | grass pitches | 744 yd |
| Barnstaple Hotel Health & Leisure Club BRAUNTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,021 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% |
| Median download speed | 65.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.62 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.62 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.