Runnacleave Crescent is in Ilfracombe and in North Devon district. EX34 8AH is located in the Ilfracombe 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 Runnacleave Crescent, Ilfracombe, EX34 8AH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX34 8AR, EX34 8AQ, EX34 9AS, EX34 9AF, EX34 9AG, EX34 8FJ, EX34 8AS, EX34 9QA, EX34 8FE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX34 8AH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.2% | 50.1% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 47.8% | 49.9% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around EX34 8AH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 42.5% | 42.8% | 0.3% | 37.9% | 4.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 22.6% | 28.4% | 5.8% | 44.2% | -15.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 2.5% | -1.6% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 18.8% | 14.9% | -3.9% | 9.1% | 5.8% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 10.9% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 4.8% |
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 | 37.7% | 39.9% | 2.2% | 48.4% | -8.5% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 31.1% | -0.3% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 21.5% | 21.3% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 8.6% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 6.1% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 1.7% | -0.9% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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.
In the area around EX34 8AH this area, 29.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 21.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.2% | 29.2% | -4.0% | 18.2% | 11.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.4% | 11% | -9.4% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 15.5% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 6.7% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 12.5% | 1.3% | 16.9% | -4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.8% | 21.4% | 8.6% | 33.8% | -12.4% |
| Other | 5.4% | 3.7% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.1% | -0.9% |
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 95.4% | 95% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 92.8% 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 | 94.3% | 92.8% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 3.5% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 92.8% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 4.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0.4% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.4% | 76.7% | -12.3% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 30.2% | 13.5% | 16.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.9% | 37.2% | 18.7% |
| Christian | 27.6% | 46.2% | -18.6% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 13% | 6.0% | 7.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Runnacleave Crescent was 269.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.4% higher than the Ilfracombe East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Runnacleave Crescent has the 5th highest crime rate of 36 local areas in Ilfracombe East and the 12th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in North Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 100.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Runnacleave Crescent, Ilfracombe, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2019-12-17 | £329,027 |
| 1 Runnacleave Crescent, Ilfracombe, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £241,000 | 2004-08-31 | £415,262 |
| 6 Runnacleave Crescent, Ilfracombe, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2000-04-14 | £359,008 |
| Retired | 108 |
| Full-Time Employee | 93 |
| Part-Time Employee | 62 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Other | 22 |
| Unemployed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 56 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Other | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ilfracombe Church of England Junior School Princess Avenue , EX34 9LW | 3out of 4 | 668 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ilfracombe Infant and Nursery School Marlborough Road , EX34 8JL | 2out of 4 | 759 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Berrynarbor Church of England Primary School Berrynarbor , EX34 9SE | 4out of 4 | 5,043 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ilfracombe Church of England Academy Worth Road , EX34 9JB | 3out of 4 | 1,125 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pandora Cafe | 5 Belgrave Promenade, Wilder Road | 40 yd | |
| Gurkha Bar & Restaurant | 12-13 Belgrave Promenade, Wilder Road | 40 yd | |
| Runa | G And Ts Burgers, 6 Belgrave Promenade | 40 yd | |
| The Salvation Army | The Retreat, Torrs Park | 187 yd | |
| Swiss Cottage Cafe | 33 High Street, Ilfracombe | 193 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snug & Hyde | Snug And Hyde, 36 High Street | 192 yd | |
| Eighteen Ninety Three | 59 High Street, Ilfracombe | 273 yd | |
| Ilfracombe Liberal Club | 4 High Street, Ilfracombe | 286 yd | |
| The St George | 3 High Street, Ilfracombe | 286 yd | |
| The Wellington Arms | 66 High Street, Ilfracombe | 338 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chic N Land | Chick N Land, 100-101 High Street | 238 yd | |
| Bubbles Boba Ltd | 49 High Street, Ilfracombe | 244 yd | |
| Munchies | 144 High Street, Ilfracombe | 337 yd | |
| Millenium Chicken & Chinese Takeaway | Millenium Chicken And Chinese Takeaway, 80 High Street | 357 yd | |
| Hand:Plant | 76 High Street, Ilfracombe | 377 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Wilder Road, Ilfracombe | 203 yd | |
| Co Op Stores | 69 High Street, Ilfracombe | 338 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cranmer Hall CRANMER HALL CRANMER HALL FORE STREET | 554 yd | |
| Ilfracombe Academy Worth Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,018 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.