Gibbs Lane is in Appledore, Bideford and in Torridge district. EX39 1PR is located in the Appledore electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torridge and West Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gibbs Lane, Appledore, Bideford, EX39 1PR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX39 1QX, EX39 1QS, EX39 1QU, EX39 1PP, EX39 1QW, EX39 1QT, EX39 1PS, EX39 1PN, EX39 1RJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX39 1PR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.3% 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 | 51.8% | 55.3% | 3.5% | 51.0% | 4.3% |
| Male | 48.2% | 44.7% | -3.5% | 49.0% | -4.3% |
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 | 25.4% | 23.5% | -1.9% | 37.9% | -14.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.8% | 48.8% | 2.0% | 44.2% | 4.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4% | 0.6% | -3.4% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 16% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 6.9% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 11.1% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 5.0% |
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 | 38.4% | 38.1% | -0.3% | 48.4% | -10.3% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 40.3% | 9.5% | 33.6% | 6.7% |
| Fair health | 20.5% | 15.5% | -5.0% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 5.5% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 3.6% | 0.6% | -3.0% | 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 | 18.9% | 12.2% | -6.7% | 18.2% | -6.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 7.9% | -1.6% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 19.5% | 3.1% | 13.4% | 6.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 6.1% | 0.1% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 13.4% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.8% | 40.2% | 3.4% | 33.8% | 6.4% |
| Other | 2.5% | 0.6% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.9% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 89.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.7% | 89.4% | -9.3% | 83.2% | 6.2% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 4.5% | 4.1% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 3.4% | 3.0% | 1.3% | 2.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 89.4% | -7.9% | 83.2% | 6.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.9% | 8.9% | 9.8% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.6% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 12.3% | 13.5% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.4% | 37.2% | 9.2% |
| Christian | 47.5% | 46.2% | 1.3% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gibbs Lane was 102.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 107.5% higher than the Appledore average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gibbs Lane has the 5th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Appledore and the 27th highest crime rate of 211 local areas in Torridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 56.8 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 lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Gibbs Lane, Bideford, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2022-12-21 | £232,909 |
| 1 Gibbs Lane, Bideford, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2016-03-24 | £207,660 |
| 1 Gibbs Lane, Bideford, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £94,000 | 2015-01-12 | £129,061 |
| 3 Gibbs Lane, Bideford, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £94,500 | 2007-05-08 | £135,864 |
EX39 1PR area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in EX39 1PR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 73 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Full-Time Employee | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appledore School Richmond Road , Appledore EX39 1PF | 3out of 4 | 475 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Instow Community Primary and Pre-School Rectory Lane , Instow EX39 4LU | 3out of 4 | 2,032 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Church of England (VA) Infant and Nursery School Jackets Lane , Northam EX39 1HT | 3out of 4 | 2,116 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's Church of England (Aided) Junior School Seaview Road , Morwenna Park EX39 1EL | 3out of 4 | 2,189 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School Chanters Road , EX39 2QN | 3out of 4 | 3,609 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bideford College Abbotsham Road , EX39 3AR | 2out of 4 | 5,029 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsley School Northdown Road , EX39 3LY | - not rated | 4,475 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Yard Appledore | 5 Market Street, Appledore | 41 yd | |
| Appledore Flame Factory | 9 The Quay, Appledore | 54 yd | |
| The Coffee Cabin | 22 The Quay, Appledore | 54 yd | |
| Market Street Kitchen | 25 Market Street, Appledore | 72 yd | |
| The Boathouse | Marine Parade, Instow | 875 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal Hotel | Royal Hotel, Bude Street | 33 yd | |
| The Champ | 5 Meeting Street, Appledore | 97 yd | |
| Appledore Hall | 1 New Quay Street, Appledore | 304 yd | |
| The Royal George | Irsha Street, Appledore | 436 yd | |
| Beaver Inn Appledore Ltd | The Beaver Inn, 85 Irsha Street | 500 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Plaice | The Royal Plaice, 8 Market Street | 41 yd | |
| GJ's Pancake Bar | 3 Meeting Street, Appledore | 97 yd | |
| Sylvesters Fish And Chip Shop | 3 Meeting Street, Appledore | 97 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Marshford MARSHFORD MARSHFORD CHURCHILL WAY | grass pitches | 972 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.