EX6 8JN is in Powderham, Exeter and Teignbridge district. EX6 8JN is located in the Kenn Valley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Central Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Powderham, Exeter, EX6 8JN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX6 8JN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 50.3% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 48.2% | 49.7% | 1.5% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 EX6 8JN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.5% 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 | 20.5% | 24.7% | 4.2% | 37.9% | -13.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.2% | 57.5% | -10.7% | 44.2% | 13.3% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 4.5% | 8.3% | 3.8% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 7.9% | 3.4% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 57.3% | 55.3% | -2.0% | 48.4% | 6.9% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 30.1% | -1.7% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 9.5% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -3.2% |
| Bad health | 0.9% | 4.3% | 3.4% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 14.8% | 15% | 0.2% | 18.2% | -3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.5% | 7.6% | 3.1% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.7% | 13% | -9.7% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.1% | 6.7% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 14.6% | 5.5% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.2% | 42.1% | -1.1% | 33.8% | 8.3% |
| Other | 4.5% | 0.9% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0.2% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 97.3% | 95.3% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 93.7% 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 | 90.9% | 93.7% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 1.6% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.6% | 0.4% | -3.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 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 | 90% | 93.7% | 3.7% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| 10+ Years | 3.6% | 3.6% | 0.0% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 1.1% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.4% | 76.7% | 4.7% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 16.2% | 13.5% | 2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.8% | 37.2% | 6.6% |
| Christian | 47.2% | 46.2% | 1.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around EX6 8JN was 61.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.9% higher than the Dawlish South West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
EX6 8JN has the 12th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Dawlish South West and the 142nd highest crime rate of 430 local areas in Teignbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.6%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lodge, Exeter, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2015-02-06 | £579,543 |
| Blackheath Farm, Exeter, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £249,999 | 1999-10-27 | £1,043,746 |
| Red Lodge, Exeter, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £147,500 | 1998-10-06 | £693,873 |
| Red Lodge, Exeter, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 1996-01-11 | £824,430 |
EX6 8JN area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 25% 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.
EX6 8JN 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 155 |
| Retired | 110 |
| Self-Employed | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exminster Community Primary Main Road , EX6 8AJ | 3out of 4 | 2,368 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kenton Primary School Mamhead Road , Kenton EX6 8LX | 3out of 4 | 2,805 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Topsham School Orchard Way , Topsham EX3 0DN | 3out of 4 | 3,329 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kenn Church of England Primary School Kennford , EX6 7TX | 3out of 4 | 3,614 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Countess Wear Community School Glasshouse Lane , Countess Wear EX2 7BS | 2out of 4 | 4,359 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The New School The Avenue , Exminster EX6 8AT | - not rated | 2,368 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Infocus School Countess Wear , EX2 6HA | 3out of 4 | 5,123 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Infocus College Topsham Road , Countess Wear EX2 6HA | - not rated | 5,123 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Outdoors School Straw Barn , Barton Lane EX2 9QQ | - not rated | 5,396 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| 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 | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 66.7% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.