Boutport Street is in Barnstaple and in North Devon district. EX31 1RH 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 Boutport Street, Barnstaple, EX31 1RH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX31 1GW, EX31 1AE, EX31 1RL, EX31 1RJ, EX31 1TD, EX31 1GY, EX31 1JL, EX31 1GX, EX31 1BZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding EX31 1RH has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 49.7% | -0.5% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 49.8% | 50.3% | 0.5% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 | 33.2% | 28.5% | -4.7% | 37.9% | -9.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.9% | 47% | -3.9% | 44.2% | 2.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.8% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 14.2% | 5.7% | 9.1% | 5.1% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 7.5% | 3.1% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.9% | 50% | 7.1% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 35.4% | -3.2% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 12% | -0.9% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 2.2% | -2.5% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 25.5% | 17.5% | -8.0% | 18.2% | -0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 15.5% | -0.7% | 9.6% | 5.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 13.9% | -5.3% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 8% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 17.5% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.5% | 25.5% | 7.0% | 33.8% | -8.3% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.1% | 96.2% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 95.6% 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 | 95.9% | 95.6% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 2.5% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 95.6% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.1% | 76.7% | -3.6% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 24.7% | 13.5% | 11.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.3% | 37.2% | 14.1% |
| Christian | 40.2% | 46.2% | -6.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Boutport Street was 259.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 215.3% higher than the Barnstaple with Pilton average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Boutport Street has the 2nd highest crime rate of 38 local areas in Barnstaple with Pilton and the 13th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in North Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 106.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Boutport Street, Barnstaple, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2007-02-09 | £317,655 |
| 1 Boutport Street, Barnstaple, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2006-06-01 | £177,597 |
| 2 Boutport Street, Barnstaple, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £64,950 | 2000-12-29 | £243,381 |
| 2 Boutport Street, Barnstaple, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £59,950 | 1997-01-24 | £357,572 |
EX31 1RH 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 | 92 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Education | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pilton Infants' School Abbey Road , EX31 1JU | 4out of 4 | 404 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy Abbey Road , EX31 1JU | 3out of 4 | 477 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yeo Valley Primary School Derby Road , EX32 7HB | 1out of 4 | 630 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashleigh CofE Primary School Bevan Road , EX32 8LJ | 2out of 4 | 921 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Catholic Primary School, Barnstaple Chanters Hill , EX32 8DN | 3out of 4 | 1,104 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 | 779 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Park Community School Park Lane , EX32 9AX | 2out of 4 | 1,917 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 | 1,422 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 | 509 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lampard Community School St John's Lane , EX32 9DD | 3out of 4 | 2,250 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Shoreline Academy Fishleigh Road , EX31 3UD | 1out of 4 | 3,313 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| On Track Education Services Narita House , Fishleigh Road EX31 3UD | - not rated | 3,367 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 | 7 yd | |
| Greggs | 61 High Street, Barnstaple | 109 yd | |
| Green Lanes Cafe | 1 Green Lanes Shopping Centre, Green Lanes Shopping Centre | 127 yd | |
| Barnstaple Coffee Shop | 54 High Street, Barnstaple | 142 yd | |
| Dingles Coffee Bar | 11 Gammon Walk, Barnstaple | 152 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cork And Bottle | 58B High Street, Barnstaple | 109 yd | |
| Bull And Bear | 128 Boutport Street, Barnstaple | 110 yd | |
| Barnstaple Conservative Club | 13 Boutport Street, Barnstaple | 154 yd | |
| The Rolle Quay Inn | Rolle Quay, Barnstaple | 154 yd | |
| Beer Matters Limited | 7 Tuly Street, Barnstaple | 207 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bubbles Boba Tea | 1 Gammon Walk, Barnstaple | 152 yd | |
| Warrens Bakery | W T Warren And Son (Hayle) Ltd, 73 High Street | 247 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 23 Boutport Street, Barnstaple | 277 yd | |
| Anatolia | 104 Boutport Street, Barnstaple | 309 yd | |
| Big Hungry | 11 Pilton Street, Barnstaple | 334 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Plc | 58 High Street, Barnstaple | 109 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Marks And Spencer, 78-79 High Street | 245 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 100-101 High Street | 457 yd | |
| The Food Warehouse by Iceland | Unit 3, Anchorwood Retail Park | 642 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Food | St Georges Road, Barnstaple | 770 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Floor One Fitness (Closed) UNIT I UNIT I GAMMON WALK | health and fitness suite | 182 yd |
| Tm Fitness OLD ICE FACTORY OLD ICE FACTORY ROLLE STREET | health and fitness suite | 292 yd |
| Barnstaple Town Football Club MILL ROAD | grass pitches | 520 yd |
| Boca Seniors (Bocarena Park) MILL ROAD | grass pitches | 552 yd |
| Pilton Bluecoat Academy ABBEY ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 567 yd |
| Barnstaple Rfc Pottington Road | grass pitches | 612 yd |
| Pilton Community College CHADDIFORD LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 884 yd |
| North Devon Leisure Centre SEVEN BRETHREN BANK | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 885 yd |
| Barnstaple Hotel Health & Leisure Club BRAUNTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,089 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 | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| 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.