West Cliff Road is in Dawlish and in Teignbridge district. EX7 9DZ 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 West Cliff Road, Dawlish, EX7 9DZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX7 9EN, EX7 9QH, EX7 9DY, EX7 9RD, EX7 9ET, EX7 9SB, EX7 9SA, EX7 9RB, EX7 9EA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX7 9DZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 51.6% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 48.2% | 48.4% | 0.2% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 EX7 9DZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.4% 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 | 19.9% | 19.6% | -0.3% | 37.9% | -18.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.8% | 60.4% | -1.4% | 44.2% | 16.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 6% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -3.1% |
| Widowed | 11.2% | 11.5% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 5.4% |
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 | 45.3% | 39.5% | -5.8% | 48.4% | -8.9% |
| Good health | 37% | 43.9% | 6.9% | 33.6% | 10.3% |
| Fair health | 13.4% | 12.3% | -1.1% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 4.3% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 26.1% | 13.7% | -12.4% | 18.2% | -4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.4% | 9.9% | -0.5% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 16.3% | -1.5% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 8.2% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 17.2% | 6.8% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.6% | 32.6% | 4.0% | 33.8% | -1.2% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.1% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.8% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
In this area, 98.8% 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 | 96.4% | 98.8% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 98.8% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.3% | 76.7% | 13.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 8.9% | 13.5% | -4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.4% | 37.2% | 6.2% |
| Christian | 51.6% | 46.2% | 5.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Cliff Road was 11.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 89.1% lower than the Dawlish North East average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
West Cliff Road has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 51 local areas in Dawlish North East and the 49th lowest crime rate of 431 local areas in Teignbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 47 West Cliff Road, Dawlish, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2023-09-27 | £362,533 |
| 47 West Cliff Road, Dawlish, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2019-09-27 | £335,256 |
| 49 West Cliff Road, Dawlish, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2013-10-01 | £422,508 |
| 47 West Cliff Road, Dawlish, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2010-04-30 | £406,616 |
| 49 West Cliff Road, Dawlish, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £264,500 | 2007-03-08 | £408,314 |
EX7 9DZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 EX7 9DZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 54% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 127 |
| Full-Time Employee | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westcliff School First Avenue , EX7 9RA | - not rated | 211 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westcliff Primary Academy First Avenue , EX7 9RA | - not rated | 211 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dawlish County Infant School Old Town Street , EX7 9AL | - not rated | 319 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gatehouse Primary School Secmaton Lane , EX7 0LW | - not rated | 1,357 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gatehouse Primary Academy Secmaton Lane , EX7 0LW | 3out of 4 | 1,357 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dawlish College Elm Grove Road , EX7 0BY | 3out of 4 | 1,181 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dawlish College Elm Grove Road , EX7 0BY | - not rated | 1,181 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Teignmouth Community College Exeter Road , TQ14 9HZ | - not rated | 3,789 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Teignmouth Community School, Exeter Road Exeter Road , TQ14 9HZ | - not rated | 3,789 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lanherne School 18 Longlands , EX7 9NG | - not rated | 542 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands Park School John Nash Drive , EX7 9SF | - not rated | 635 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Manor School John Nash Drive , EX7 9SF | 3out of 4 | 635 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Manor School John Nash Drive , EX7 9SF | - not rated | 701 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ratcliffe School John Nash Drive , EX7 9RZ | - not rated | 905 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gurkha Restaurant | 30 Park Road Dawlish Devon | 332 yd | |
| No 1 Cafe | Strand Chambers Queen Street Dawlish Devon | 388 yd | |
| Inspire Cafe | United Reform Church The Strand Dawlish Devon | 438 yd | |
| Reflections South West Ltd | 33 The Strand Dawlish Devon | 438 yd | |
| Hoi Shing Restaurant | 12 Brunswick Place Dawlish Devon | 445 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal British Legion | 42-44 Park Road Dawlish Devon | 332 yd | |
| The Lansdowne | Lansdowne Hotel Park Road Dawlish Devon | 401 yd | |
| The Brunswick Arms | 9-10 Brunswick Place Dawlish Devon | 445 yd | |
| The Swan Inn | Swan Inn 94 Old Town Street Dawlish Devon | 447 yd | |
| The White Hart | 25 Brunswick Place Dawlish Devon | 633 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Palos | 40 Park Road Dawlish Devon | 332 yd | |
| Siew May | 4 King Street Dawlish Devon | 348 yd | |
| Chip Ahoy | 20-22 Queen Street Dawlish Devon | 388 yd | |
| Shakie Shack | 19 Brunswick Place Dawlish | 554 yd | |
| Dawlish Pizza And Grill | 27 Brunswick Place Dawlish Devon | 599 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | The Co Operative Group 4 - 5 The Strand Dawlish Devon | 581 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Motiv8 Fitness & Tanning Suite (Closed) Queen Street | health and fitness suite | 389 yd |
| Orchard Manor School JOHN NASH DRIVE | grass pitches | 637 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 | 20.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 20.0% |
| 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 | 72.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.