Kingsley Avenue is in Ilfracombe and in North Devon district. EX34 8ET is located in the Ilfracombe West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kingsley Avenue, Ilfracombe, EX34 8ET and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX34 8DN, EX34 8EZ, EX34 8HT, EX34 8HS, EX34 8HR, EX34 8JN, EX34 8JA, EX34 8HP, EX34 8EX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX34 8ET is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.2% | 50.6% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 47.8% | 49.4% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of EX34 8ET there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 16.3% | 24.3% | 8.0% | 37.9% | -13.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.8% | 51.8% | -17.0% | 44.2% | 7.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 14.6% | 6.2% | 9.1% | 5.5% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 6.6% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 37.2% | 46.7% | 9.5% | 48.4% | -1.7% |
| Good health | 42.9% | 33.7% | -9.2% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 14.9% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 4% | 3.8% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 25.1% | 17.8% | -7.3% | 18.2% | -0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 10.7% | -6.0% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 12% | -4.3% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 8% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 23.1% | 8.7% | 16.9% | 6.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.3% | 24.9% | 9.6% | 33.8% | -8.9% |
| Other | 5.6% | 3.6% | -2.0% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| White | 100% | 98.9% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 98.1% 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 | 98.4% | 98.1% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 98.1% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.9% | 76.7% | 8.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.3% | 13.5% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.5% | 37.2% | 5.3% |
| Christian | 49.8% | 46.2% | 3.6% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kingsley Avenue was 16.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.3% lower than the Ilfracombe East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kingsley Avenue has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Ilfracombe East and the 44th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in North Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook House Kingsley Avenue, Ilfracombe, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £505,000 | 2024-09-27 | £508,095 |
| Kingsley House Kingsley Avenue, Ilfracombe, Devon Other, an established residential building | £670,000 | 2023-06-16 | £627,754 |
| Greenford Kingsley Avenue, Ilfracombe, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £575,000 | 2021-06-14 | £644,340 |
| Crotchets Kingsley Avenue, Ilfracombe, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2021-03-29 | £460,612 |
| Kingsley House Kingsley Avenue, Ilfracombe, Devon Other, an established residential building | £132,069 | 2018-10-29 | £154,108 |
The percentage of retired residents living in EX34 8ET area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 72 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ilfracombe Infant and Nursery School Marlborough Road , EX34 8JL | 2out of 4 | 690 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ilfracombe Church of England Junior School Princess Avenue , EX34 9LW | 3out of 4 | 904 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Berrynarbor Church of England Primary School Berrynarbor , EX34 9SE | 4out of 4 | 4,464 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Down School West Down , EX34 8NF | 4out of 4 | 4,899 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 855 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bicclescombe Mill Tea Room | Bicclescombe Mill, Bicclescombe Gardens | 216 yd | |
| TDK-Lambda UK | Tdk Lambda, Kingsley Avenue | 250 yd | |
| Hawkes Hospitality c/o | Tdk Lambda, Kingsley Avenue | 250 yd | |
| Monkey Puzzle @ IHP | Ilfracombe Holiday Park, Marlborough Road | 550 yd | |
| Ilfracombe Town Football Club | Ilfracombe Town Afc, Marlborough Park | 560 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ilfracombe Bowling Club | Highfield Road, Ilfracombe | 1,080 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ilfracombe Tennis Club BICCLESCOMBE PARK ROAD | tennis courts | 231 yd |
| Ilfracombe Town Afc (Marlborough Park) MARLBOROUGH WAY | grass pitches | 606 yd |
| Ilfracombe Academy (Killacleave Sports Field) | grass pitches | 700 yd |
| Ilfracombe Academy Worth Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 867 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 | 100.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
| 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 | 27 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 26.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.49 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.