Grove Cottages is in Combe Martin, Ilfracombe and in North Devon district. EX34 0DZ is located in the Combe Martin electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Grove Cottages, Combe Martin, Ilfracombe, EX34 0DZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX34 0EA, EX34 0EF, EX34 0EE, EX34 0DY, EX34 0EB, EX34 0ED, EX34 0HR, EX34 0EQ, EX34 0EJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding EX34 0DZ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 49.8% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 49.8% | 50.2% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 | 27.3% | 29.4% | 2.1% | 37.9% | -8.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.1% | 49.8% | -5.3% | 44.2% | 5.6% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 4.1% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 11.3% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 5.4% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.9% | 39.8% | -3.1% | 48.4% | -8.6% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 35.9% | -0.8% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 16.4% | 16% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 4.7% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 3.5% | 3.1% | 1.2% | 2.3% |
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 | 25.6% | 22.6% | -3.0% | 18.2% | 4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 10.4% | -5.0% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 13.1% | -2.3% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 7.2% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 14.9% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.1% | 29.9% | 8.8% | 33.8% | -3.9% |
| Other | 5.7% | 1.8% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.3% | 99.2% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
In this area, 92.7% 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 | 97.5% | 92.7% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 3.4% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 92.4% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 4.2% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.9% | -0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77% | 76.7% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 19.1% | 13.5% | 5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.5% | 37.2% | 7.3% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Grove Cottages was 26.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.0% lower than the Combe Martin average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Grove Cottages has the 7th lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Combe Martin and the 90th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in North Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.3%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Grove Cottages, Ilfracombe, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2017-03-29 | £180,295 |
| 3 Grove Cottages, Ilfracombe, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £43,950 | 1999-12-16 | £192,956 |
| 3 Grove Cottages, Ilfracombe, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £32,000 | 1996-11-29 | £194,133 |
EX34 0DZ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 22% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
EX34 0DZ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in EX34 0DZ 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 | 76 |
| Full-Time Employee | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 20 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Combe Martin Primary School Hangman Path , Combe Martin EX34 0DF | 3out of 4 | 871 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Berrynarbor Church of England Primary School Berrynarbor , EX34 9SE | 4out of 4 | 2,618 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kentisbury Primary School Kentisbury , EX31 4NG | 3out of 4 | 5,236 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Hall | High Street, Combe Martin | 94 yd | |
| Combe Martin Football Club | Hollands Park, Chapel Lane | 202 yd | |
| Just Burn It | Ye Olde George And Dragon, Castle Street | 382 yd | |
| Black and White Cafe | Black And White Fish And Chips, Galeka House | 1,084 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pack o' Cards | Pack Of Cards, High Street | 192 yd | |
| Castle Inn | High Street, Combe Martin | 193 yd | |
| Ye Olde George And Dragon | Castle Street, Combe Martin | 383 yd | |
| Snooker Club | Combe Martin Institute, King Street | 910 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Combe Martin Fc (Hollands Park) CHAPEL LANE | grass pitches | 176 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.