Victoria Street is in Combe Martin, Ilfracombe and in North Devon district. EX34 0JT 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 Victoria Street, Combe Martin, Ilfracombe, EX34 0JT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX34 0JS, EX34 0PP, EX34 0PL, EX34 0JX, EX34 0LY, EX34 0LZ, EX34 0JR, EX34 0JZ, EX34 0LU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX34 0JT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 51.3% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48.2% | 48.7% | 0.5% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 22.4% | 29.2% | 6.8% | 37.9% | -8.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.9% | 48.2% | -4.7% | 44.2% | 4.0% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 11.6% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 11.2% | 10.2% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 4.1% |
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 | 42.8% | 49.3% | 6.5% | 48.4% | 0.9% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 30.4% | -4.0% | 33.6% | -3.2% |
| Fair health | 17.7% | 14% | -3.7% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 5.1% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 28.6% | 19.9% | -8.7% | 18.2% | 1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 13.6% | 2.0% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 12.5% | -6.0% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 7.7% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 16.4% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.4% | 26.5% | 9.1% | 33.8% | -7.3% |
| Other | 8.1% | 3.5% | -4.6% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.7% | 97.3% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
In this area, 95.8% 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% | 95.8% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 2% | 2.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 95.5% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 3% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.2% | 76.7% | 1.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 19.4% | 13.5% | 5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.9% | 37.2% | 1.7% |
| Christian | 50.3% | 46.2% | 4.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 9% | 6.0% | 3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Victoria Street was 44.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.5% higher than the Combe Martin average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Victoria Street has the 8th highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Combe Martin and the 139th 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 rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Spurway Victoria Street, Ilfracombe, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £203,000 | 2021-12-13 | £216,866 |
| Mansion House Victoria Street, Ilfracombe, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2018-11-09 | £159,802 |
| Lyncombe Cottage Victoria Street, Ilfracombe, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2018-07-05 | £188,222 |
| Rodwell House Victoria Street, Ilfracombe, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2016-06-17 | £437,937 |
| Thorns Victoria Street, Ilfracombe, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2015-02-19 | £274,247 |
EX34 0JT area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% 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 0JT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 0JT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 104 |
| Full-Time Employee | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 39 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 1,726 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Berrynarbor Church of England Primary School Berrynarbor , EX34 9SE | 4out of 4 | 3,302 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kentisbury Primary School Kentisbury , EX31 4NG | 3out of 4 | 4,379 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 | 481 yd | |
| Village Hall | High Street, Combe Martin | 766 yd | |
| Combe Martin Football Club | Hollands Park, Chapel Lane | 866 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ye Olde George And Dragon | Castle Street, Combe Martin | 480 yd | |
| Castle Inn | High Street, Combe Martin | 666 yd | |
| Pack o' Cards | Pack Of Cards, High Street | 1,049 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Combe Martin Fc (Hollands Park) CHAPEL LANE | grass pitches | 966 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 | 53.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.