Adrian Close is in Bideford and in Torridge district. EX39 2LX is located in the Northam 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 Adrian Close, Bideford, EX39 2LX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX39 2QY, EX39 2LT, EX39 2RB, EX39 2LU, EX39 2LS, EX39 3SD, EX39 3SL, EX39 2QW, EX39 2QZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX39 2LX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% 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 | 50.5% | 52.1% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 49.5% | 47.9% | -1.6% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 EX39 2LX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 68.9% 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 | 21.3% | 19.1% | -2.2% | 37.9% | -18.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.4% | 68.9% | 6.5% | 44.2% | 24.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 7.8% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 3.5% | -3.1% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
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 | 46.2% | 47.6% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -0.8% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 36% | 5.3% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 4% | 2.6% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 18.2% | 13.1% | -5.1% | 18.2% | -5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 11.9% | -0.5% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19% | 13.1% | -5.9% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 7.3% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 18.1% | 4.1% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.1% | 34.6% | 7.5% | 33.8% | 0.8% |
| Other | 4.3% | 1.9% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.7% | 98.4% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 96.7% | 96.2% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 0.9% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 96.5% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 3.2% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.4% | 76.7% | 8.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 13.6% | 13.5% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.6% | 37.2% | 0.4% |
| Christian | 55.7% | 46.2% | 9.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Adrian Close was 6.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 87.4% lower than the Appledore average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Adrian Close has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Appledore and the 11th lowest crime rate of 211 local areas in Torridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -83.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% 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 Adrian Close, Bideford, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £352,500 | 2025-09-25 | £352,500 |
| 3 Adrian Close, Bideford, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2024-08-15 | £433,326 |
| 14 Adrian Close, Bideford, Devon Other, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2023-03-17 | £313,466 |
| Fairways, 13 Adrian Close, Bideford, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2023-01-16 | £337,600 |
| 3 Adrian Close, Bideford, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2022-02-04 | £330,795 |
EX39 2LX area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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 2LX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 2LX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 107 |
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School Chanters Road , EX39 2QN | 3out of 4 | 344 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Croft School Coronation Road , EX39 3DE | 2out of 4 | 1,800 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's Church of England (Aided) Junior School Seaview Road , Morwenna Park EX39 1EL | 3out of 4 | 1,908 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 2,083 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| East-the-Water Community Primary School Mines Road , EX39 4BZ | 3out of 4 | 2,100 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 1,589 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 | 1,069 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Du Parc | Kingsley Road, Bideford | 750 yd | |
| Cafe Onboard | Bideford, Devon | 750 yd | |
| Sacred Vapes | Vip Vapers, 7 Parkside | 761 yd | |
| Sagor Tandoori Restaurant | 22 Chingswell Street, Bideford | 809 yd | |
| Bridgeland Street Cafe | 6 Bridgeland Street, Bideford | 875 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Park Bowling Club | Park Lane, Bideford | 461 yd | |
| Robins Nest | Bideford AFC (1987) Ltd, Robins Nest Clubhouse | 689 yd | |
| Bideford Bowling Club | Kingsley Road, Bideford | 737 yd | |
| Bideford Amateur Athletic Club | The Pill, Kingsley Road | 760 yd | |
| The Appledore Inn | Appledore Inn, 18 Chingswell Street | 823 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bideford AFC Supporters Club Burger Van | Bideford AFC (1987) Ltd, Robins Nest Clubhouse | 689 yd | |
| Yumee | The Pill, Kingsley Road | 760 yd | |
| The Paramount Chinese Takeaway | 22 Bridgeland Street, Bideford | 883 yd | |
| Ali's Kebab & Pizza House | Ali's Kebab House, 3 Bridgeland Street | 883 yd | |
| Tin Tin Food Supply Limited | Tin Tin Chinese Restaurant, 2 Bridgeland Street | 888 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Stores | Kingsley Road, Bideford | 524 yd | |
| Co-operative (Food) | 62 Mill Street, Bideford | 1,043 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Marys School CHANTERS ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 199 yd |
| King George V Playing Fields Park Lane | grass pitches | 353 yd |
| Bideford Rugby Football Club FINE-SCREENING PLANT FINE-SCREENING PLANT CHANTERS ROAD | grass pitches | 466 yd |
| Victoria Park VICTORIA PARK VICTORIA PARK KINGSLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 589 yd |
| Bideford Sports Ground THE CLUBHOUSE THE CLUBHOUSE KINGSLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 686 yd |
| Bideford Youth Centre KINGSLEY ROAD | 817 yd | |
| Fitness M8 Ltd (Closed) 40-41 40-41 Mill Street | health and fitness suite | 927 yd |
| Kingsley School NORTHDOWN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,052 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 | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 36.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 43.27 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 43.27 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.