West Rock Drive is in Bishops Nympton, South Molton and in North Devon district. EX36 4PZ is located in the Bishop's Nympton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Devon. This postcode has been in use since 2012-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about West Rock Drive, Bishops Nympton, South Molton, EX36 4PZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX36 4PL, EX36 4PH, EX36 4PQ, EX36 4PG, EX36 4QA, EX36 4PF, EX36 4PJ, EX36 4PN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX36 4PZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.5% | 51.4% | -2.1% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 46.5% | 48.6% | 2.1% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 23.6% | 26.7% | 3.1% | 37.9% | -11.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.2% | 50.6% | -2.6% | 44.2% | 6.4% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 14.2% | 12.6% | -1.6% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 8.8% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 | 45.2% | 42.2% | -3.0% | 48.4% | -6.2% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 33.2% | -2.5% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 16.8% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 5.1% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 | 28.5% | 17% | -11.5% | 18.2% | -1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 15.1% | -0.3% | 9.6% | 5.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.4% | 13.1% | 0.7% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 5.1% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 18.9% | 6.5% | 16.9% | 2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.2% | 26% | 2.8% | 33.8% | -7.8% |
| Other | 3.7% | 4.8% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.7% | 97.3% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
In this area, 99.5% 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 | 97.5% | 99.5% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 16.3% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 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 | 97.5% | 99.5% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 16.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77% | 76.7% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 22.7% | 13.5% | 9.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.5% | 37.2% | 3.3% |
| Christian | 52.2% | 46.2% | 6.0% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Rock Drive was 23.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.2% lower than the Bishop's Nympton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
West Rock Drive has the 5th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Bishop's Nympton and the 74th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in North Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 10.0%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% 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 West Rock Drive, South Molton, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £217,000 | 2019-02-01 | £279,000 |
| 5 West Rock Drive, South Molton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £162,950 | 2015-03-06 | £237,435 |
| 7 West Rock Drive, South Molton, Devon Terraced, a newly built property | £205,000 | 2013-09-20 | £328,328 |
| 1 West Rock Drive, South Molton, Devon Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £170,000 | 2013-04-23 | £280,458 |
| 9 West Rock Drive, South Molton, Devon Detached, a newly built property | £275,000 | 2013-01-29 | £449,212 |
EX36 4PZ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 22% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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 4PZ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in EX36 4PZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 103 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Other | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishops Nympton Primary School Bishops Nympton , EX36 4PU | 3out of 4 | 164 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Molton United Church of England Primary School Exeter Road , EX36 4EN | 3out of 4 | 5,412 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 5,010 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bishops Nympton Community Lunches | Bishops Nympton Parish Hall, Spirelake Close | 534 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Median download speed | 21.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 21 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 23.95 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 23.95 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 1.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1.29 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.