Castle Street is in Combe Martin, Ilfracombe and in North Devon district. EX34 0HY 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 Castle Street, Combe Martin, Ilfracombe, EX34 0HY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX34 0HZ, EX34 0LS, EX34 0HX, EX34 0JF, EX34 0JG, EX34 0LT, EX34 0JD, EX34 0JH, EX34 0HP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX34 0HY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 51.7% | -0.9% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 47.4% | 48.3% | 0.9% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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% | 30.2% | 0.7% | 37.9% | -7.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.4% | 48.8% | 0.4% | 44.2% | 4.6% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 5% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 10.3% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 5.8% | -5.6% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 | 44.4% | 47.3% | 2.9% | 48.4% | -1.1% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 34.6% | -1.8% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 12% | -2.6% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 3.8% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.4% | 18.6% | -3.8% | 18.2% | 0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.1% | 9.1% | -11.0% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 17.4% | -1.9% | 13.4% | 4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 7.4% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 19.4% | 6.8% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 15% | 24.4% | 9.4% | 33.8% | -9.4% |
| Other | 4.3% | 3.7% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.3% | 99.7% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 98.6% 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 | 96.7% | 98.6% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 98.6% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.4% | 76.7% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 22.6% | 13.5% | 9.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.6% | 37.2% | 11.4% |
| Christian | 42.1% | 46.2% | -4.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Castle Street was 47.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.0% higher than the Combe Martin average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Castle Street has the 6th highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Combe Martin and the 129th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in North Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tevyes Fiddle Castle Street, Ilfracombe, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2021-04-30 | £439,535 |
| Tevyes Fiddle Castle Street, Ilfracombe, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £212,000 | 2017-03-20 | £306,594 |
| 25 Castle Street, Ilfracombe, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £172,500 | 2016-05-20 | £248,450 |
| Shell Roc Castle Street, Ilfracombe, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2016-01-28 | £310,399 |
| Beau Geste Castle Street, Ilfracombe, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2014-10-17 | £363,208 |
EX34 0HY area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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 0HY 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 | 64 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 1,283 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Berrynarbor Church of England Primary School Berrynarbor , EX34 9SE | 4out of 4 | 2,908 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kentisbury Primary School Kentisbury , EX31 4NG | 3out of 4 | 4,827 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Just Burn It | Ye Olde George And Dragon, Castle Street | 31 yd | |
| Village Hall | High Street, Combe Martin | 319 yd | |
| Combe Martin Football Club | Hollands Park, Chapel Lane | 464 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ye Olde George And Dragon | Castle Street, Combe Martin | 30 yd | |
| Castle Inn | High Street, Combe Martin | 219 yd | |
| Pack o' Cards | Pack Of Cards, High Street | 601 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Combe Martin Fc (Hollands Park) CHAPEL LANE | grass pitches | 542 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.