The Square is in Chittlehampton, Umberleigh and in North Devon district. EX37 9QW is located in the Chittlehampton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Square, Chittlehampton, Umberleigh, EX37 9QW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX37 9QN, EX37 9QL, EX37 9PR, EX37 9PP, EX37 9PS, EX37 9PT, EX37 9QE, EX37 9QJ, EX37 9RG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX37 9QW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.6% 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 | 52.7% | 53.6% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 2.6% |
| Male | 47.3% | 46.4% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -2.6% |
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 | 32% | 28.6% | -3.4% | 37.9% | -9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.3% | 43.8% | 0.5% | 44.2% | -0.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 1.6% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 16.1% | 5.8% | 9.1% | 7.0% |
| Widowed | 9.9% | 7.8% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 48.1% | 44.5% | -3.6% | 48.4% | -3.9% |
| Good health | 30.5% | 34.1% | 3.6% | 33.6% | 0.5% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 13.2% | -2.7% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 8.2% | 4.4% | 4.0% | 4.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 24.1% | 14.1% | -10.0% | 18.2% | -4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 15.6% | 3.8% | 9.6% | 6.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 15.6% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 5.2% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 15.6% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.1% | 31.3% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -2.5% |
| Other | 3% | 2.6% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| White | 97.9% | 97.3% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 98.3% | 96.9% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 96.9% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.2% | 76.7% | 1.5% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.9% | 13.5% | 7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.4% | 37.2% | 0.2% |
| Christian | 55.4% | 46.2% | 9.2% |
| Other religion | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.1% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Square was 18.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.0% lower than the Chittlehampton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Square has the 4th lowest crime rate of 32 local areas in Chittlehampton and the 50th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in North Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corner Cottage The Square, Umberleigh, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £299,000 | 2023-09-01 | £284,775 |
| Mount Pleasant The Square, Umberleigh, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £411,000 | 2022-08-18 | £393,044 |
| Ardlui The Square, Umberleigh, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £205,300 | 2022-03-24 | £214,291 |
| The Old Post Office The Square, Umberleigh, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2021-05-20 | £373,937 |
| School House The Square, Umberleigh, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £611,000 | 2021-01-06 | £708,875 |
EX37 9QW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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.
EX37 9QW 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in EX37 9QW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 60 |
| Full-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chittlehampton Church of England Primary School Chittlehampton , EX37 9QW | 3out of 4 | 73 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Umberleigh Primary Academy Dorridge Hill , EX37 9AD | 3out of 4 | 3,185 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Filleigh Community Primary School Castle Hill , Filleigh EX32 0RS | 3out of 4 | 4,273 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Swimbridge Church of England Primary School Barnstaple Hill , EX32 0PJ | 4out of 4 | 5,308 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chittlehampton Cricket Club CHITTLEHAMPTON CRICKET AND SPORTS CLUB CHITTLEHAMPTON CRICKET AND SPORTS CLUB ROAD FROM TOWNSEND COTTAGES TO ROSE COTTAGE | grass pitches | 199 yd |
| Chittlehampton Playing Field | grass pitches | 271 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 | 53.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.