Tomouth Square is in Appledore, Bideford and in Torridge district. EX39 1QE 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 Tomouth Square, Appledore, Bideford, EX39 1QE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX39 1QF, EX39 1QD, EX39 1PY, EX39 1WH, EX39 1QG, EX39 1FE, EX39 1QQ, EX39 1QJ, EX39 1PZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX39 1QE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53% 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 | 51.9% | 53% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 2.0% |
| Male | 48.1% | 47% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -2.0% |
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 | 25.9% | 28.2% | 2.3% | 37.9% | -9.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.2% | 46.9% | -5.3% | 44.2% | 2.7% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.4% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 13.1% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 4.0% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 10.3% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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 | 36.9% | 41% | 4.1% | 48.4% | -7.4% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 35.9% | 2.8% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 22.7% | 12% | -10.7% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 7.6% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 3.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 3.6% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
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 | 32.5% | 26.4% | -6.1% | 18.2% | 8.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 7.5% | -3.5% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 12.3% | -2.6% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 7% | 8% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.1% | 10.4% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.7% | 30.7% | 7.0% | 33.8% | -3.1% |
| Other | 4.8% | 4.7% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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 Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.1% | 97.2% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
In this area, 95.6% 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 | 96.9% | 95.6% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 95.6% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.1% | 76.7% | -2.6% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 24.3% | 13.5% | 10.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.3% | 37.2% | -9.9% |
| Christian | 60.6% | 46.2% | 14.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tomouth Square was 156.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 216.8% higher than the Appledore average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Tomouth Square has the highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Appledore and the 13th highest crime rate of 211 local areas in Torridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 48.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 241.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Tomouth Square, Bideford, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £22,500 | 1996-02-20 | £137,250 |
EX39 1QE 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.
EX39 1QE 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 EX39 1QE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 74 |
| Full-Time Employee | 45 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appledore School Richmond Road , Appledore EX39 1PF | 3out of 4 | 181 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Church of England (VA) Infant and Nursery School Jackets Lane , Northam EX39 1HT | 3out of 4 | 1,784 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 | 1,838 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Instow Community Primary and Pre-School Rectory Lane , Instow EX39 4LU | 3out of 4 | 2,324 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School Chanters Road , EX39 2QN | 3out of 4 | 3,198 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 | 4,616 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 | 4,063 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 | 401 yd | |
| Appledore Flame Factory | 9 The Quay, Appledore | 414 yd | |
| The Coffee Cabin | 22 The Quay, Appledore | 414 yd | |
| Market Street Kitchen | 25 Market Street, Appledore | 484 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appledore Hall | 1 New Quay Street, Appledore | 158 yd | |
| The Royal Hotel | Royal Hotel, Bude Street | 390 yd | |
| The Champ | 5 Meeting Street, Appledore | 468 yd | |
| Appledore Football Club | Marshford, Churchill Way | 517 yd | |
| The Royal George | Irsha Street, Appledore | 766 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Plaice | The Royal Plaice, 8 Market Street | 398 yd | |
| GJ's Pancake Bar | 3 Meeting Street, Appledore | 468 yd | |
| Sylvesters Fish And Chip Shop | 3 Meeting Street, Appledore | 468 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Marshford MARSHFORD MARSHFORD CHURCHILL WAY | grass pitches | 626 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.