Lee Place is in Ilfracombe and in North Devon district. EX34 9BQ 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 Lee Place, Ilfracombe, EX34 9BQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX34 9BG, EX34 9AR, EX34 9EA, EX34 9EB, EX34 9BH, EX34 9DZ, EX34 9FJ, EX34 9BU, EX34 9DU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX34 9BQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.1% | 52.1% | -2.0% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 45.9% | 47.9% | 2.0% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 | 45.6% | 39.6% | -6.0% | 37.9% | 1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27.6% | 28.7% | 1.1% | 44.2% | -15.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 4.3% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 16.9% | 20.4% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 11.3% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 7% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 41.1% | 38.9% | -2.2% | 48.4% | -9.5% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 37.8% | 1.2% | 33.6% | 4.2% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 14.1% | -3.0% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 8.4% | 4.2% | 4.0% | 4.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 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 | 23.9% | 19% | -4.9% | 18.2% | 0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 10.4% | -5.4% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 15.2% | -3.6% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 6.9% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 19.5% | 4.8% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.6% | 25.5% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -8.3% |
| Other | 3.7% | 3.5% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.1% | 98.5% | 2.4% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 93.8% 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% | 93.8% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 4.6% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 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 | 94% | 93.1% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 3.8% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0.4% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.7% | 76.7% | -3.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 21.2% | 13.5% | 7.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.6% | 37.2% | 16.4% |
| Christian | 34.6% | 46.2% | -11.6% |
| Other religion | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Not answered | 9.5% | 6.0% | 3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lee Place was 124.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.9% lower than the Ilfracombe East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Lee Place has the 12th highest crime rate of 36 local areas in Ilfracombe East and the 39th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in North Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 60.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Lee Place, Ilfracombe, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-04-05 | £174,041 |
| 7 Lee Place, Ilfracombe, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2019-11-29 | £172,673 |
| 2 Lee Place, Ilfracombe, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2018-02-09 | £186,909 |
| 7 Lee Place, Ilfracombe, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2016-06-28 | £172,687 |
| 5 Lee Place, Ilfracombe, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2010-02-12 | £202,656 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Other | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 555 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ilfracombe Infant and Nursery School Marlborough Road , EX34 8JL | 2out of 4 | 810 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Berrynarbor Church of England Primary School Berrynarbor , EX34 9SE | 4out of 4 | 4,548 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 | 832 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belle's Place | Lee House, Ropery Road | 1 yd | |
| Giovanni And Luca's Italian Restaurant | Searock Apartments, Wilder Road | 42 yd | |
| Curiosity Cottage | 9 St James Place, Ilfracombe | 70 yd | |
| Taste Bakery | 13A St James Place, Ilfracombe | 70 yd | |
| Wards Bistro | 6 St James Place, Ilfracombe | 70 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Of Wales | 2 Fore Street, Ilfracombe | 107 yd | |
| George And Dragon | 4-5 Fore Street, Ilfracombe | 107 yd | |
| The Ship & Pilot Inn | The Ship And Pilot Inn, 9-10 Broad Street | 162 yd | |
| Sandpiper Inn | Broad Street, Ilfracombe | 197 yd | |
| Ilfracombe Yacht Club | The Quay, Ilfracombe | 281 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maddys Chippy | 25-26 St James Place, Ilfracombe | 132 yd | |
| Bamboo Palace | 27 St James Place, Ilfracombe | 132 yd | |
| Ilfracombe Fryer | 7-8 The Promenade, Ilfracombe | 161 yd | |
| Ketch-Up Takeaway | 1 Portland Street, Ilfracombe | 162 yd | |
| Cove Ice Cream | 13 Broad Street, Ilfracombe | 164 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Op Stores | 69 High Street, Ilfracombe | 703 yd | |
| Lidl | Wilder Road, Ilfracombe | 703 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cranmer Hall CRANMER HALL CRANMER HALL FORE STREET | 70 yd | |
| Ilfracombe Academy Worth Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 738 yd |
| Ilfracombe Town Afc (Marlborough Park) MARLBOROUGH WAY | grass pitches | 939 yd |
| Ilfracombe Swimming Pool And Fitness Centre LARKSTONE GARDENS | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 942 yd |
| Ilfracombe Rugby Club Hillsborough Road | grass pitches | 1,069 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 | 69.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 63.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.