Sycamore Drive is in South Molton and in North Devon district. EX36 3FB is located in the South Molton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Devon. This postcode has been in use since 2016-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sycamore Drive, South Molton, EX36 3FB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX36 3AX, EX36 3FA, EX36 3DH, EX36 3AY, EX36 3DG, EX36 3BE, EX36 3DZ, EX36 3BD, EX36 3BG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding EX36 3FB has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.1% | 49.6% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 47.9% | 50.4% | 2.5% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 | 29% | 35.8% | 6.8% | 37.9% | -2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.4% | 49.5% | -1.9% | 44.2% | 5.3% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 3.2% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 7.7% | -1.0% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 3.9% | -5.2% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 | 47.9% | 48.9% | 1.0% | 48.4% | 0.5% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 34.1% | 1.5% | 33.6% | 0.5% |
| Fair health | 14.1% | 13.7% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 3% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 EX36 3FB this area, 8.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.6% | 8.9% | -19.7% | 18.2% | -9.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 13.5% | -1.4% | 9.6% | 3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.5% | 18.9% | 8.4% | 13.4% | 5.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 4.3% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 21.7% | 9.7% | 16.9% | 4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.4% | 31.7% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -2.1% |
| Other | 4.3% | 1.1% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93% 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% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.7% | 93% | -6.7% | 81.4% | 11.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 97.9% | 93.5% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 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 | 97.9% | 93.3% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.4% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.9% | 76.7% | 3.2% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 18.4% | 13.5% | 4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.3% | 37.2% | 15.1% |
| Christian | 41% | 46.2% | -5.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sycamore Drive was 53.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 111.5% higher than the Chittlehampton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sycamore Drive has the 12th highest crime rate of 32 local areas in Chittlehampton and the 114th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in North Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 212.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Sycamore Drive, South Molton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2025-01-27 | £370,644 |
| 26 Sycamore Drive, South Molton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £387,500 | 2024-12-11 | £392,279 |
| 18 Sycamore Drive, South Molton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2023-11-17 | £299,070 |
| 1 Sycamore Drive, South Molton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2023-11-14 | £347,307 |
| 26 Sycamore Drive, South Molton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £384,000 | 2023-05-12 | £376,358 |
EX36 3FB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 103 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Molton Community Primary School North Road , EX36 3BA | 3out of 4 | 431 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Molton United Church of England Primary School Exeter Road , EX36 4EN | 3out of 4 | 1,334 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Molton Primary School Fore Street , North Molton EX36 3HL | - not rated | 4,205 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Molton Community College Old Alswear Road , EX36 4LA | 3out of 4 | 1,109 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deeleahs | 138 East Street, South Molton | 370 yd | |
| Zest | 135 East Street, South Molton | 370 yd | |
| Devon Botanicals & Lifestyle Ltd | 6 East Street, South Molton | 374 yd | |
| Grand Barista | 1 Duke Street, South Molton | 385 yd | |
| The Welcome Fryer | 24 Broad Street, South Molton | 401 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Molton Conservative Club | 21 Broad Street, South Molton | 401 yd | |
| Kings Arms Hotel | 4 King Street, South Molton | 435 yd | |
| Bar 27 | 13-14 Broad Street, South Molton | 460 yd | |
| The Coaching Inn | Queen Street, South Molton | 463 yd | |
| Masonic Club | 1 New Road, South Molton | 471 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moorland Larder | 113 East Street, South Molton | 403 yd | |
| Subway | Spar Stores, 3-4 Broad Street | 438 yd | |
| Pagoda Wok | 7 New Road, South Molton | 471 yd | |
| Mandarin Chinese | 58 South Street, South Molton | 667 yd | |
| Bengal Tiger | 2 Cooks Cross, South Molton | 772 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, New Road | 719 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smart Fitness (Closed) 14a 14a Barnstaple Street | health and fitness suite | 402 yd |
| South Molton Recreation Ground (Closed) North Road | grass pitches | 424 yd |
| South Molton Swimming Pool MILL STREET | swimming pool | 682 yd |
| Ymca South Molton Youth Club YMCA SOUTH MOLTON YMCA SOUTH MOLTON MILL STREET | 737 yd | |
| South Molton Rugby Football Club (Pitch Two) STATION ROAD | grass pitches | 749 yd |
| South Molton Rugby Football Club (Pitch 1) | grass pitches | 802 yd |
| South Molton Community College ALSWEAR OLD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,045 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 65.47 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 65.47 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 11.25 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.