The Greenwoods is in Hartland, Bideford and in Torridge district. EX39 6JA is located in the Hartland electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torridge and West Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Greenwoods, Hartland, Bideford, EX39 6JA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX39 6JB, EX39 6BB, EX39 6BU, EX39 6BP, EX39 6BA, EX39 6BR, EX39 6BW, EX39 6HY, EX39 6HZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX39 6JA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% 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 | 53% | 52.4% | -0.6% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 47% | 47.6% | 0.6% | 49.0% | -1.4% |
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 | 30.9% | 27.7% | -3.2% | 37.9% | -10.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47% | 47.3% | 0.3% | 44.2% | 3.1% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 3.8% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 10% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 12% | 11.2% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 5.1% |
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 | 39.6% | 38.9% | -0.7% | 48.4% | -9.5% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 36.9% | 2.0% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 18.1% | 16.9% | -1.2% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 5.7% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.3% | 25.4% | -5.9% | 18.2% | 7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 11.2% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.5% | 15.8% | -4.7% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 7.3% | 4.5% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 16.9% | 6.1% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.3% | 20% | 2.7% | 33.8% | -13.8% |
| Other | 3.6% | 3.5% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.3% | 99.4% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
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% | 96.2% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 96.2% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 3.2% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.3% | 76.7% | -8.4% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 31.1% | 13.5% | 17.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.3% | 37.2% | 9.1% |
| Christian | 49.8% | 46.2% | 3.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.5% | 6.0% | -3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Greenwoods was 54.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.7% lower than the Bideford South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Greenwoods has the highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Bideford South and the 68th highest crime rate of 211 local areas in Torridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 The Greenwoods, Bideford, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £237,000 | 2025-08-27 | £235,895 |
| 8 The Greenwoods, Bideford, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2025-08-15 | £194,091 |
| 23A The Greenwoods, Bideford, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2023-03-20 | £214,123 |
| 4 The Greenwoods, Bideford, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2023-02-28 | £181,796 |
| 22 The Greenwoods, Bideford, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2022-10-14 | £344,310 |
EX39 6JA area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 7% 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 6JA 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 | 86 |
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Mining and quarrying | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartland Primary School North Road , Hartland EX39 6BP | 3out of 4 | 243 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pattard Restaurant | Pattard Farm, Hartland | 329 yd | |
| Coffee On The Square | 79 The Square, Hartland | 372 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hart Inn LLP | Hart Inn, The Square | 332 yd | |
| Kings Arms | The Square, Hartland | 364 yd | |
| The Anchor Inn | Anchor Inn, Fore Street | 391 yd | |
| Royal British Legion Club | West Street, Hartland | 402 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shamrock Fish And Chips | 41 Fore Street, Hartland | 371 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hartland Playing Field NORTH STREET | grass pitches, tennis courts | 364 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 | 48.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 67.64 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 67.64 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 14.65 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.