Honiton Road is in South Molton and in North Devon district. EX36 4JA 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 Honiton Road, South Molton, EX36 4JA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX36 4JA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.3% | 50.2% | -3.1% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 46.7% | 49.8% | 3.1% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of EX36 4JA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.8% 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 | 22.3% | 32.1% | 9.8% | 37.9% | -5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.9% | 56.8% | 3.9% | 44.2% | 12.6% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 12.7% | 4.3% | -8.4% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.2% | 56.6% | 8.4% | 48.4% | 8.2% |
| Good health | 29.4% | 33.8% | 4.4% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 18% | 7.5% | -10.5% | 12.7% | -5.2% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 1.6% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 26.1% | 10% | -16.1% | 18.2% | -8.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 10.9% | -1.3% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 15.7% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 6.5% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 27.8% | 15.1% | 16.9% | 10.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 23% | 27.8% | 4.8% | 33.8% | -6.0% |
| Other | 4.1% | 1.3% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.9% | 99.4% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
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 | 0.4% | 5.3% | 4.9% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 93.5% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.5% | 76.7% | -1.2% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 3.1% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 19.6% | 13.5% | 6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.9% | 37.2% | 9.7% |
| Christian | 43.2% | 46.2% | -3.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 9% | 6.0% | 3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Honiton Road was 95.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 274.7% higher than the Chittlehampton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Honiton Road has the 4th highest crime rate of 32 local areas in Chittlehampton and the 56th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in North Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 51.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 107.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honiton Barton Honiton Road, South Molton, Devon Other, an established residential building | £1,350,000 | 2023-11-01 | £1,261,149 |
| Narracott Down Honiton Road, South Molton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £1,050,000 | 2021-01-18 | £1,218,198 |
| Narracott Down Honiton Road, South Molton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £820,000 | 2014-08-21 | £1,223,788 |
| Little Oakwell Honiton Road, South Molton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2013-04-30 | £540,943 |
| Worthy Farm Honiton Road, South Molton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £615,000 | 2011-10-12 | £922,032 |
EX36 4JA area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 22% 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.
EX36 4JA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 92 |
| Self-Employed | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 21 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance 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 | 3,570 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Molton Community Primary School North Road , EX36 3BA | 3out of 4 | 4,224 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Nympton Community Primary School Kings Nympton , EX37 9SP | 3out of 4 | 4,758 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Filleigh Community Primary School Castle Hill , Filleigh EX32 0RS | 3out of 4 | 5,055 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chittlehampton Church of England Primary School Chittlehampton , EX37 9QW | 3out of 4 | 5,368 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 4,064 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 44.4% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 77.8% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.