Doone Way is in Ilfracombe and in North Devon district. EX34 8HR 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 Doone Way, Ilfracombe, EX34 8HR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX34 8JA, EX34 8HP, EX34 8HS, EX34 8ET, EX34 8JN, EX34 8HT, EX34 8HW, EX34 8EX, EX34 8DN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX34 8HR 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 | 51.9% | 51.3% | -0.6% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48.1% | 48.7% | 0.6% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of EX34 8HR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.9% 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 | 23.1% | 26.1% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -11.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.8% | 54.9% | -6.9% | 44.2% | 10.7% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 7.9% | 0.7% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 9.1% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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 | 49.1% | 50.6% | 1.5% | 48.4% | 2.2% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 32.5% | 0.9% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 11% | -3.8% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 4.9% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 27.5% | 22.1% | -5.4% | 18.2% | 3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 11.9% | 0.7% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 11.5% | -6.0% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 7.1% | 0.3% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 18.6% | 7.0% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.9% | 26.1% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -7.7% |
| Other | 1.6% | 2.8% | 1.2% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
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 Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.7% | 99.7% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 97.3% | 96.8% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 96.8% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.8% | 76.7% | 6.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.9% | 13.5% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.7% | 37.2% | 0.5% |
| Christian | 58.4% | 46.2% | 12.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Doone Way was 9.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 94.8% lower than the Ilfracombe East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Doone Way has the lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Ilfracombe East and the 19th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in North Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Doone Way, Ilfracombe, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2024-05-10 | £280,119 |
| 19 Doone Way, Ilfracombe, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2023-04-14 | £274,155 |
| 1 Doone Way, Ilfracombe, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2023-01-04 | £315,200 |
| 18 Doone Way, Ilfracombe, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2022-11-15 | £309,001 |
| 36 Doone Way, Ilfracombe, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2022-11-02 | £270,970 |
EX34 8HR area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 6% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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 8HR 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in EX34 8HR 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 | 82 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Education | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 528 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ilfracombe Church of England Junior School Princess Avenue , EX34 9LW | 3out of 4 | 741 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Berrynarbor Church of England Primary School Berrynarbor , EX34 9SE | 4out of 4 | 4,470 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Down School West Down , EX34 8NF | 4out of 4 | 5,061 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 | 731 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 | 198 yd | |
| TDK-Lambda UK | Tdk Lambda, Kingsley Avenue | 402 yd | |
| Hawkes Hospitality c/o | Tdk Lambda, Kingsley Avenue | 402 yd | |
| Ilfracombe Town Football Club | Ilfracombe Town Afc, Marlborough Park | 415 yd | |
| Monkey Puzzle @ IHP | Ilfracombe Holiday Park, Marlborough Road | 466 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ilfracombe Bowling Club | Highfield Road, Ilfracombe | 917 yd | |
| The Wellington Arms | 66 High Street, Ilfracombe | 983 yd | |
| Eighteen Ninety Three | 59 High Street, Ilfracombe | 1,029 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hand:Plant | 76 High Street, Ilfracombe | 945 yd | |
| Millenium Chicken & Chinese Takeaway | Millenium Chicken And Chinese Takeaway, 80 High Street | 955 yd | |
| Chic N Land | Chick N Land, 100-101 High Street | 1,048 yd | |
| Bubbles Boba Ltd | 49 High Street, Ilfracombe | 1,051 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Op Stores | 69 High Street, Ilfracombe | 983 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ilfracombe Tennis Club BICCLESCOMBE PARK ROAD | tennis courts | 312 yd |
| Ilfracombe Town Afc (Marlborough Park) MARLBOROUGH WAY | grass pitches | 474 yd |
| Ilfracombe Academy (Killacleave Sports Field) | grass pitches | 693 yd |
| Ilfracombe Academy Worth Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 730 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.