Wellclose Road is in Braunton and in North Devon district. EX33 2AP is located in the Braunton East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wellclose Road, Braunton, EX33 2AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX33 2AR, EX33 2BL, EX33 2AT, EX33 2AW, EX33 2AN, EX33 2AJ, EX33 2AL, EX33 2AU, EX33 2BJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX33 2AP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% 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 | 51.5% | 52.8% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 48.5% | 47.2% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -1.8% |
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 | 29.5% | 32.1% | 2.6% | 37.9% | -5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.1% | 47.9% | -7.2% | 44.2% | 3.7% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.5% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 12.9% | 4.7% | 9.1% | 3.8% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 3.9% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 (87.6%) 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 | 53.6% | 57.3% | 3.7% | 48.4% | 8.9% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 30.3% | -2.9% | 33.6% | -3.3% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 10% | -0.6% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 1.8% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 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 | 15.4% | 15.1% | -0.3% | 18.2% | -3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 10.8% | -7.0% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 13.7% | -4.8% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 8.3% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 18.3% | 7.0% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.4% | 31.7% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -2.1% |
| Other | 2.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.6% | 97.1% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
In this area, 92.9% 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 | 95.5% | 92.9% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 3.2% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 92.9% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 4.2% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.7% | 76.7% | 5.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.3% | 13.5% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.7% | 37.2% | 12.5% |
| Christian | 35.4% | 46.2% | -10.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 12.7% | 6.0% | 6.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wellclose Road was 47.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.7% higher than the Braunton East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Wellclose Road has the 18th highest crime rate of 47 local areas in Braunton East and the 127th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in North Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -76.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Wellclose Road, Braunton, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £402,000 | 2025-09-12 | £402,000 |
| 7 Wellclose Road, Braunton, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2025-07-24 | £371,658 |
| 8 Wellclose Road, Braunton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2020-12-21 | £365,661 |
| 1 Wellclose Road, Braunton, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £302,000 | 2019-12-18 | £379,098 |
| 3 Wellclose Road, Braunton, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £258,000 | 2018-10-23 | £331,714 |
EX33 2AP area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 3% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 19% 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.
EX33 2AP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 86 |
| Self-Employed | 53 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Education | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Other | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caen Community Primary School Caen Street , EX33 1AD | 3out of 4 | 491 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southmead School Wrafton Road , EX33 2BU | 3out of 4 | 561 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsacre Primary School Greenacre , EX33 1BQ | 2out of 4 | 871 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Georgeham Church of England (VC) Primary School Putsborough Road , Georgeham EX33 1JT | 4out of 4 | 4,777 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fremington Primary School Beechfield Road , Fremington EX31 3DD | - not rated | 4,972 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 547 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Braunton Food Bank | Evangelical Church, South Street | 204 yd | |
| Meraki Pizza Co. | Meraki Pizza Co, Exeter Road | 225 yd | |
| Squires Fish Restaurant | Exeter Road, Braunton | 226 yd | |
| South Sixteen Fish & Chip Shop | South Sixteen Fish And Chip Shop, 16 South Street | 249 yd | |
| Roots Braunton | 1 Exeter Road, BRAUNTON | 256 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mariners Arms | 40 South Street, Braunton | 249 yd | |
| The Braunton Venue | 23 Wrafton Road, Braunton | 299 yd | |
| The George Inn | The George Hotel, Exeter Road | 340 yd | |
| Olive Or Twist | 2 Caen Street, Braunton | 452 yd | |
| The London Inn | 17 Caen Street, Braunton | 452 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong Chef | Exeter Road, Braunton | 226 yd | |
| W T Warren & Son | 15B Caen Street, Braunton | 452 yd | |
| Cj's Sandwich Shop | 27 Caen Street, Braunton | 452 yd | |
| Surf and Turf Fast Food | Unit 3, West Cross | 510 yd | |
| Good Fortune | Unit 2, West Cross | 510 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Food | Exeter Road, Braunton | 226 yd | |
| Tesco | Vellator Way, Braunton | 413 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Braunton Recreation Ground Wrafton Road | grass pitches | 174 yd |
| Braunton Academy BARTON LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 444 yd |
| Southmead School WRAFTON ROAD | grass pitches | 454 yd |
| Caen Community Primary School CAEN STREET | grass pitches, swimming pool | 528 yd |
| Braunton Cricket Club CRICKET FIELD CRICKET FIELD FIRST FIELD LANE | grass pitches | 575 yd |
| North Devon Athletics Track Wrafton Road | athletics tracks, tennis courts | 674 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% |
| Median download speed | 51.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 61.33 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 61.33 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 11.33 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.