Meadow Close is in Bratton Fleming, Barnstaple and in North Devon district. EX31 4RH is located in the Bratton Fleming electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1985-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Meadow Close, Bratton Fleming, Barnstaple, EX31 4RH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX31 4RX, EX31 4RN, EX31 4RY, EX31 4SA, EX31 4TA, EX31 4RE, EX31 4SB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX31 4RH has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.4% of the population 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% | 56.4% | 0.8% | 51.0% | 5.4% |
| Male | 44.4% | 43.6% | -0.8% | 49.0% | -5.4% |
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 | 19.9% | 20.8% | 0.9% | 37.9% | -17.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.2% | 49.2% | -6.0% | 44.2% | 5.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 8.5% | 0.6% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 15.4% | 19.1% | 3.7% | 6.1% | 13.0% |
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 (66.2%) 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 | 37.2% | 33.9% | -3.3% | 48.4% | -14.5% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 32.3% | -0.9% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 16.7% | 4.4% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 15.9% | 14.4% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 10.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 | 32.4% | 20.6% | -11.8% | 18.2% | 2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.4% | 8% | -2.4% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.1% | 15.1% | 6.0% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 5.9% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 13.9% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.4% | 30.7% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -3.1% |
| Other | 7.1% | 5.9% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 3.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.6% 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% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| White | 100% | 94.6% | -5.4% | 81.4% | 13.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 96.4% | 94.9% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 0.4% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 94.9% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 4.7% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.8% | 76.7% | -7.9% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 29.7% | 13.5% | 16.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.3% | 37.2% | -2.9% |
| Christian | 48% | 46.2% | 1.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Sikh | 3.1% | 0.9% | 2.2% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 13.4% | 6.0% | 7.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Meadow Close was 15.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 81.6% lower than the Barnstaple with Pilton average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Meadow Close has the 8th lowest crime rate of 38 local areas in Barnstaple with Pilton and the 39th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in North Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -6.2%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Meadow Close, Barnstaple, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2024-05-10 | £295,398 |
| 2 Meadow Close, Barnstaple, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £287,000 | 2021-05-11 | £327,572 |
| 1 Meadow Close, Barnstaple, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2020-11-05 | £362,299 |
| 4 Meadow Close, Barnstaple, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2020-01-07 | £349,160 |
| 6 Meadow Close, Barnstaple, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2019-05-29 | £264,719 |
EX31 4RH area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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 4RH 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 4RH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 81 |
| Full-Time Employee | 42 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bratton Fleming Community Primary School Station Road , Bratton Fleming EX31 4SB | 3out of 4 | 318 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shirwell Community Primary School School Lane , Shirwell EX31 4JT | 3out of 4 | 5,380 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bratton Fleming Community Benefit Society | Village Hall, Station Road | 284 yd | |
| Bratton Fleming Sports Club | Comer Clark Memorial Ground, Bratton Fleming | 356 yd | |
| Feasts & Flowers | Bracken House, Bratton Fleming | 463 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bratton Fleming Sports Club COMER CLARK MEMORIAL GROUND COMER CLARK MEMORIAL GROUND ROAD FROM BRATTON CROSS TO BEECHFIELD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 695 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 | 35.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 27.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.87 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.