EX7 0QD is in Ashcombe, Dawlish and Teignbridge district. EX7 0QD is located in the Dawlish South West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newton Abbot. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ashcombe, Dawlish, EX7 0QD 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. However, the area surrounding EX7 0QD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.3% 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 | 51.3% | 53.3% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 2.3% |
| Male | 48.7% | 46.7% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -2.3% |
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 | 19.9% | 30.1% | 10.2% | 37.9% | -7.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.1% | 49% | -8.1% | 44.2% | 4.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 4.6% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 17.4% | 10.7% | -6.7% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 2.6% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
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 (88.8%) 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 | 54.9% | 59.3% | 4.4% | 48.4% | 10.9% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 29.5% | -2.8% | 33.6% | -4.1% |
| Fair health | 8.7% | 8.7% | 0.0% | 12.7% | -4.0% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 2.1% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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.
In the area around EX7 0QD this area, 8.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 44.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.7% | 8.6% | -5.1% | 18.2% | -9.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 7.6% | -6.1% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.9% | 16.8% | -3.1% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 2.5% | -1.2% | 5.3% | -2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 20.3% | 11.6% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.3% | 44.2% | 6.9% | 33.8% | 10.4% |
| Other | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.5% | 98.8% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 97.4% | 97.9% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 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 | 97.4% | 97.9% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0.4% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.7% | 76.7% | 8.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.9% | 13.5% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.9% | 37.2% | 15.7% |
| Christian | 39.7% | 46.2% | -6.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around EX7 0QD was 73.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.7% higher than the Dawlish South West average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
EX7 0QD has the 8th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Dawlish South West and the 110th highest crime rate of 430 local areas in Teignbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 College Cottages, Dawlish, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £328,000 | 2025-06-17 | £336,597 |
| Barn 1 Lower Charnwood Farm, Dawlish, Devon Other, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-08-13 | £202,932 |
| Barn 1 Lower Charlwood Farm, Dawlish, Devon Other, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2024-03-12 | £139,138 |
| Plover Cottage, Dawlish, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2023-02-07 | £463,195 |
| 2 College Cottages, Dawlish, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £236,731 | 2022-02-24 | £259,410 |
EX7 0QD area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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.
EX7 0QD 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 | 76 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westcliff Primary Academy First Avenue , EX7 9RA | 3out of 4 | 4,381 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gatehouse Primary Academy Secmaton Lane , EX7 0LW | 1out of 4 | 4,414 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazeldown School Maudlin Drive , TQ14 8SE | 3out of 4 | 4,823 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dawlish College Elm Grove Road , EX7 0BY | - not rated | 5,105 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Manor School John Nash Drive , EX7 9SF | - not rated | 4,470 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood Court College (Phoenix Learning Care Ltd) 7/9 Oak Park Villas , EX7 0DE | - not rated | 4,755 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Education and Care (Devon) Ltd At 7-9 Oak Park Villas Oak Park Road , East Cliff Road EX7 0DE | - not rated | 4,807 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chances Educational Support Services Red Rock , Sandy Lane EX7 0AF | - not rated | 5,114 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashcombe Adventure Centre | Ashcombe Dawlish Devon | 3 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 37.9% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Median download speed | 4.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 4.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 8.15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 8.15 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 0.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 0.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1.02 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.