Blakes Hill Road is in Landkey, Barnstaple and in North Devon district. EX32 0FD is located in the Landkey electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Devon. This postcode has been in use since 2010-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Blakes Hill Road, Landkey, Barnstaple, EX32 0FD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX32 0LL, EX32 0JU, EX32 0UE, EX32 0JR, EX32 0JS, EX32 0LJ, EX32 0JD, EX32 0JY, EX32 0UF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX32 0FD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53% | 51.4% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 47% | 48.6% | 1.6% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 34.4% | 36.4% | 2.0% | 37.9% | -1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.8% | 44.4% | -1.4% | 44.2% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 4% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 11.1% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 4% | -3.1% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 | 50% | 47.5% | -2.5% | 48.4% | -0.9% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 32.4% | -0.8% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 14.1% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 4.6% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.6% | 24.8% | 1.2% | 18.2% | 6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 14.2% | -3.3% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 16.8% | -2.5% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 4.9% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 19.8% | 15% | -4.8% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.1% | 20.8% | 5.7% | 33.8% | -13.0% |
| Other | 1.9% | 3.5% | 1.6% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| White | 98.3% | 96.1% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 97.5% 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 | 99% | 97.5% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 97.5% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.3% | 76.7% | -9.4% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 31.7% | 13.5% | 18.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.9% | 37.2% | 22.7% |
| Christian | 33.1% | 46.2% | -13.1% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Blakes Hill Road was 55.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.0% lower than the Bickington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Blakes Hill Road has the 9th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Bickington and the 111th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in North Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -75.0%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 The Acorns Blakes Hill Road, Barnstaple, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2018-06-26 | £701,547 |
| 1 The Acorns Blakes Hill Road, Barnstaple, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £382,000 | 2015-09-09 | £533,716 |
| 1 The Acorns Blakes Hill Road, Barnstaple, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £345,500 | 2010-11-15 | £535,090 |
| 2 The Acorns Blakes Hill Road, Barnstaple, Devon Detached, a newly built property | £375,000 | 2010-11-01 | £580,778 |
EX32 0FD 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 | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Landkey Community Primary Academy Bakery Way , Landkey EX32 0LJ | 3out of 4 | 289 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Vale Community School Westacott Road , Whiddon Valley EX32 8QY | 3out of 4 | 1,871 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newport Community School Primary Academy Landkey Road , Newport EX32 9BW | 4out of 4 | 2,613 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Park Academy Eden Park Academy , Forches Avenue EX32 8EF | 3out of 4 | 2,653 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Goodleigh Church of England Primary School Goodleigh , EX32 7LU | 3out of 4 | 3,046 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Park Community School Park Lane , EX32 9AX | 2out of 4 | 3,115 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pilton Community College Chaddiford Lane , EX31 1RB | 2out of 4 | 5,344 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 | 4,619 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| On Track Education Services Narita House , Fishleigh Road EX31 3UD | - not rated | 1,255 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lampard Community School St John's Lane , EX32 9DD | 3out of 4 | 2,419 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pathfield School Abbey Road , Pilton EX31 1JU | 3out of 4 | 5,039 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Inn | Blakes Hill Road, Landkey | 635 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Millennium Ground THE ORCHARDS | grass pitches | 601 yd |
| Landkey Town Fc (Tanners Road) TANNERS ROAD PARK TANNERS ROAD PARK TANNERS ROAD | grass pitches | 844 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 | 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.