Station Road is in Bratton Fleming, Barnstaple and in North Devon district. EX31 4TZ is located in the Bratton Fleming electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Station Road, Bratton Fleming, Barnstaple, EX31 4TZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX31 4TB, EX31 4SB, EX31 4TD, EX31 4TA, EX31 4SA, EX31 4RN, EX31 4RE, EX31 4TG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX31 4TZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.1% | 51.1% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 47.9% | 48.9% | 1.0% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 36.2% | 31.5% | -4.7% | 37.9% | -6.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.6% | 47.1% | 7.5% | 44.2% | 2.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3% | 2.5% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 10.5% | -1.8% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 6.7% | -2.2% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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 | 54.9% | 48.1% | -6.8% | 48.4% | -0.3% |
| Good health | 29.5% | 30.7% | 1.2% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 9.8% | 13.6% | 3.8% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 5.4% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 13.2% | 15.5% | 2.3% | 18.2% | -2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.7% | 10.1% | -8.6% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 18.1% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 3.4% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.4% | 21% | 3.6% | 16.9% | 4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 26% | 31.9% | 5.9% | 33.8% | -1.9% |
| Other | 4.7% | 0% | -4.7% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99% | 99.7% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 98.1% 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 | 97.8% | 98.1% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 98.1% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.9% | 76.7% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 24.1% | 13.5% | 10.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.7% | 37.2% | 14.5% |
| Christian | 39.7% | 46.2% | -6.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Station Road was 21.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.5% lower than the Barnstaple with Pilton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Station Road has the 13th lowest crime rate of 38 local areas in Barnstaple with Pilton and the 67th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in North Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Station Road, Barnstaple, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £182,500 | 2025-03-28 | £181,599 |
| 14 Station Road, Barnstaple, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £167,500 | 2024-08-05 | £172,853 |
| 9 Station Road, Barnstaple, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2023-10-11 | £206,204 |
| 6 Station Road, Barnstaple, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2022-11-14 | £197,693 |
| Bragan Station Road, Barnstaple, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £745,000 | 2021-03-16 | £879,886 |
EX31 4TZ 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 | 70 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Education | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 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 | 202 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 121 yd | |
| Feasts & Flowers | Bracken House, Bratton Fleming | 325 yd | |
| Bratton Fleming Sports Club | Comer Clark Memorial Ground, Bratton Fleming | 626 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 | 967 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 | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 39.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 62.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 62.4 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.63 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.