Aclands is in South Molton and in North Devon district. EX36 4AX is located in the South Molton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Aclands, South Molton, EX36 4AX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX36 4AZ, EX36 4BA, EX36 4AY, EX36 4AS, EX36 4BQ, EX36 4AU, EX36 4BB, EX36 4DB, EX36 4AL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX36 4AX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.8% | 51.8% | 3.0% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 51.2% | 48.2% | -3.0% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 | 31.9% | 28.9% | -3.0% | 37.9% | -9.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.9% | 37.2% | -1.7% | 44.2% | -7.0% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 5.6% | 4.7% | 2.2% | 3.4% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 12.8% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 3.7% |
| Widowed | 15.9% | 15.4% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 9.3% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (65.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.5% | 38.6% | 1.1% | 48.4% | -9.8% |
| Good health | 34% | 26.9% | -7.1% | 33.6% | -6.7% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 20.1% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 7.4% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 11.4% | 5.1% | 4.0% | 7.4% |
| Very bad health | 4.6% | 2.9% | -1.7% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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 4AX 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 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.5% | 29.2% | -13.3% | 18.2% | 11.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 11.7% | -3.3% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 15.2% | 3.7% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 7.6% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 16.3% | 6.6% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.2% | 18.2% | 4.0% | 33.8% | -15.6% |
| Other | 3.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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 | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.6% | 93.8% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 93.2% 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 | 98.9% | 93.2% | -5.7% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 3.3% | 2.6% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 93.2% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.6% | 76.7% | -11.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 28.2% | 13.5% | 14.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.4% | 37.2% | 4.2% |
| Christian | 53.4% | 46.2% | 7.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Aclands was 74.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 192.5% higher than the Chittlehampton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Aclands has the 6th highest crime rate of 32 local areas in Chittlehampton and the 75th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in North Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Aclands, South Molton, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £184,000 | 2020-12-18 | £217,946 |
| 5 Aclands, South Molton, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2019-09-23 | £273,440 |
| 11 Aclands, South Molton, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2019-05-01 | £207,368 |
| 6 Aclands, South Molton, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2016-03-11 | £203,000 |
| 30 Aclands, South Molton, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2016-01-29 | £229,691 |
EX36 4AX 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 EX36 4AX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 103 |
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Molton United Church of England Primary School Exeter Road , EX36 4EN | 3out of 4 | 748 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Molton Community Primary School North Road , EX36 3BA | 3out of 4 | 925 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Molton Primary School Fore Street , North Molton EX36 3HL | - not rated | 4,881 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishops Nympton Primary School Bishops Nympton , EX36 4PU | 3out of 4 | 5,050 yd | Community school | 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 | 289 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baker George | Cattle Market, South Molton | 236 yd | |
| South Molton Football Club | South Molton Afc, Alswear Old Road | 384 yd | |
| Chip N Fin | 4 South Street, South Molton | 422 yd | |
| The South Street Kitchen | 67 South Street, South Molton | 457 yd | |
| Freds Charcoal Grill and Pizzas | Fred's Charcoal Grill, 82 South Street | 457 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masonic Club | 1 New Road, South Molton | 418 yd | |
| Bar 27 | 13-14 Broad Street, South Molton | 546 yd | |
| South Molton Conservative Club | 21 Broad Street, South Molton | 556 yd | |
| Kings Arms Hotel | 4 King Street, South Molton | 585 yd | |
| The Coaching Inn | Queen Street, South Molton | 604 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mandarin Chinese | 58 South Street, South Molton | 399 yd | |
| Bengal Tiger | 2 Cooks Cross, South Molton | 405 yd | |
| Pagoda Wok | 7 New Road, South Molton | 418 yd | |
| Subway | Spar Stores, 3-4 Broad Street | 496 yd | |
| Moorland Larder | 113 East Street, South Molton | 513 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, New Road | 202 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ymca South Molton Youth Club YMCA SOUTH MOLTON YMCA SOUTH MOLTON MILL STREET | 155 yd | |
| South Molton Swimming Pool MILL STREET | swimming pool | 209 yd |
| South Molton Community College ALSWEAR OLD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 303 yd |
| South Molton Rugby Football Club (Kingdom Park) STOATS CLOSE | grass pitches | 553 yd |
| Smart Fitness (Closed) 14a 14a Barnstaple Street | health and fitness suite | 655 yd |
| South Molton Football Club SOUTH MOLTON FOOTBALL GROUND SOUTH MOLTON FOOTBALL GROUND ALSWEAR OLD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,000 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.