Company Road is in Fremington, Barnstaple and in North Devon district. EX31 3FZ is located in the Fremington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Devon. This postcode has been in use since 2015-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Company Road, Fremington, Barnstaple, EX31 3FZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX31 3FU, EX31 3GA, EX31 3FY, EX31 3FW, EX31 3FR, EX31 3GB, EX31 3FP, EX31 3BL, EX31 3FQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX31 3FZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.9% | 52.7% | -1.2% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 46.1% | 47.3% | 1.2% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
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 | 16.4% | 34.9% | 18.5% | 37.9% | -3.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57% | 46.3% | -10.7% | 44.2% | 2.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 7.3% | 6.9% | 2.2% | 5.1% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 7.8% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 15.6% | 3.2% | -12.4% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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 (85.9%) 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 | 32.2% | 50.2% | 18.0% | 48.4% | 1.8% |
| Good health | 37.3% | 35.7% | -1.6% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 23.4% | 9% | -14.4% | 12.7% | -3.7% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 3.2% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 1.9% | -1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 34.4% | 12.7% | -21.7% | 18.2% | -5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.6% | 10.9% | -4.7% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 16.8% | 3.5% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 5.9% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 23.2% | 13.4% | 16.9% | 6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.9% | 28.2% | 8.3% | 33.8% | -5.6% |
| Other | 2.7% | 2.3% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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% |
| White | 99.7% | 99% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 96.9% | 96.1% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 95.5% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.2% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.5% | 76.7% | 0.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 21.5% | 13.5% | 8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.5% | 37.2% | 22.3% |
| Christian | 33.1% | 46.2% | -13.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Company Road was 31.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.2% higher than the Fremington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Company Road has the 8th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Fremington and the 115th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in North Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Company Road, Barnstaple, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2023-09-08 | £427,240 |
| 8 Company Road, Barnstaple, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2023-09-08 | £446,020 |
| 3 Company Road, Barnstaple, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2022-12-16 | £433,708 |
| 2 Company Road, Barnstaple, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £453,000 | 2022-02-04 | £460,005 |
| 5 Company Road, Barnstaple, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2021-06-23 | £420,222 |
EX31 3FZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 89 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fremington Primary School Beechfield Road , Fremington EX31 3DD | - not rated | 549 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Roundswell Community Primary Academy Roundswell School, Claypits Road , Roundswell EX31 3WJ | - not rated | 2,538 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sticklepath Community Primary Academy Woodville Estate , EX31 2HH | 3out of 4 | 3,411 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Instow Community Primary and Pre-School Rectory Lane , Instow EX39 4LU | 3out of 4 | 3,645 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southmead School Wrafton Road , EX33 2BU | 3out of 4 | 4,066 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Braunton Academy Barton Lane , EX33 2BP | 3out of 4 | 4,045 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pilton Community College Chaddiford Lane , EX31 1RB | 2out of 4 | 4,664 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petroc Old Sticklepath Hill , EX31 2BQ | - not rated | 4,405 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Shoreline Academy Fishleigh Road , EX31 3UD | 1out of 4 | 2,940 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pathfield School Abbey Road , Pilton EX31 1JU | 3out of 4 | 4,891 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Han Court Chinese Restaurant | Fremington, Barnstaple | 389 yd | |
| The Fremington Quay Cafe | Fremington Quay, Fremington | 794 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Inn | Old School Lane, Fremington | 439 yd | |
| The Fox | Fremington, Barnstaple | 439 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graylings | 2 Higher Road, Fremington | 296 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fremington Fc (Frembley) BEECHFIELD PLAYING FIELD BEECHFIELD PLAYING FIELD BEECHFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 445 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 | 120 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 164.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 25 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 29.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.