EX31 4DA is in Ashford, Barnstaple and North Devon district. EX31 4DA is located in the Heanton Punchardon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ashford, Barnstaple, EX31 4DA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX31 4DA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.6% 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 | 55.6% | 52.6% | -3.0% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 44.4% | 47.4% | 3.0% | 49.0% | -1.6% |
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 | 18.5% | 22.9% | 4.4% | 37.9% | -15.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.7% | 46.7% | -6.0% | 44.2% | 2.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 13.3% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| Widowed | 18% | 13.8% | -4.2% | 6.1% | 7.7% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (60.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.9% | 32.7% | -6.2% | 48.4% | -15.7% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 27.9% | -3.7% | 33.6% | -5.7% |
| Fair health | 24.4% | 17.3% | -7.1% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 21.2% | 16.5% | 4.0% | 17.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 20% | 18.7% | -1.3% | 18.2% | 0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 6.2% | -6.0% | 9.6% | -3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 14.8% | 2.1% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 6.7% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 13.9% | 2.2% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.7% | 25.4% | -6.3% | 33.8% | -8.4% |
| Other | 5.9% | 14.4% | 8.5% | 2.8% | 11.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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 | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.1% | 97.8% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 93.6% | 95.1% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 1.8% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 95.1% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 3.5% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 1.3% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.4% | 76.7% | 11.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 10.3% | 13.5% | -3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42% | 37.2% | 4.8% |
| Christian | 53.1% | 46.2% | 6.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around EX31 4DA was 73.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 87.1% higher than the Braunton East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
EX31 4DA has the 8th highest crime rate of 47 local areas in Braunton East and the 78th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in North Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.1%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield New Lodge, Barnstaple, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £182,500 | 2000-11-20 | £613,524 |
| Springfield New Lodge, Barnstaple, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 1996-08-27 | £566,092 |
EX31 4DA area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 10% 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.
EX31 4DA 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 EX31 4DA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 47% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 99 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Full-Time Employee | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy Abbey Road , EX31 1JU | 3out of 4 | 2,760 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pilton Infants' School Abbey Road , EX31 1JU | 4out of 4 | 2,867 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sticklepath Community Primary Academy Woodville Estate , EX31 2HH | 3out of 4 | 3,621 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marwood School Whiddon , Muddiford EX31 4HF | 4out of 4 | 3,641 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yeo Valley Primary School Derby Road , EX32 7HB | 1out of 4 | 3,641 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2,412 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Braunton Academy Barton Lane , EX33 2BP | 3out of 4 | 4,942 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Park Community School Park Lane , EX32 9AX | 2out of 4 | 5,070 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 | 3,997 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 | 2,699 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Shoreline Academy Fishleigh Road , EX31 3UD | 1out of 4 | 4,682 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lampard Community School St John's Lane , EX32 9DD | 3out of 4 | 5,434 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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.