Richmond Place is in Dawlish and in Teignbridge district. EX7 9FB is located in the Dawlish North East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newton Abbot. This postcode has been in use since 2009-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Richmond Place, Dawlish, EX7 9FB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX7 9PL, EX7 9PH, EX7 9PN, EX7 9HS, EX7 9PQ, EX7 9HU, EX7 9HY, EX7 9PF, EX7 9PP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX7 9FB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 50.9% | 1.8% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 50.9% | 49.1% | -1.8% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around EX7 9FB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 43.7% | 43.4% | -0.3% | 37.9% | 5.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 20.1% | 23.9% | 3.8% | 44.2% | -20.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 5% | 5.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 3.7% |
| Divorced | 20.1% | 21% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 11.9% |
| Widowed | 11.1% | 4.9% | -6.2% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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 | 32.4% | 39.7% | 7.3% | 48.4% | -8.7% |
| Good health | 39.6% | 34.9% | -4.7% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 18.5% | 17.2% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| Bad health | 8.1% | 6.9% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 22.6% | 17.6% | -5.0% | 18.2% | -0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.1% | 15.7% | -5.4% | 9.6% | 6.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 12.3% | -4.8% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 5.9% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 19.6% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.1% | 27.5% | 9.4% | 33.8% | -6.3% |
| Other | 4.5% | 1.5% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% 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 | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| White | 94.1% | 95.7% | 1.6% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 89.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.6% | 89.3% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 6.1% |
| European Union | 5% | 7.7% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.5% | 1.3% | -3.2% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| 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 | 89.6% | 90.1% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.8% | 4.3% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.2% | 0.9% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 3% | -0.6% | 1.9% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.6% | 76.7% | -2.1% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 3.4% | 0.9% | 2.5% |
| No passport held | 18.1% | 13.5% | 4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.6% | 37.2% | 13.4% |
| Christian | 38.6% | 46.2% | -7.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Richmond Place was 278.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 180.3% higher than the Dawlish North East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Richmond Place has the 4th highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Dawlish North East and the 16th highest crime rate of 430 local areas in Teignbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 103.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 8 Richmond House Richmond Place, Dawlish, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £157,500 | 2024-07-18 | £158,481 |
| Flat 2 Richmond House Richmond Place, Dawlish, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £124,000 | 2019-04-10 | £148,892 |
| Flat 3 Richmond House Richmond Place, Dawlish, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2017-11-21 | £134,746 |
| Flat 2 Richmond House Richmond Place, Dawlish, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2015-11-20 | £149,177 |
| Flat 6 Richmond House Richmond Place, Dawlish, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £121,000 | 2013-08-02 | £170,173 |
EX7 9FB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 73 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westcliff Primary Academy First Avenue , EX7 9RA | 3out of 4 | 913 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gatehouse Primary Academy Secmaton Lane , EX7 0LW | 1out of 4 | 1,015 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazeldown School Maudlin Drive , TQ14 8SE | 3out of 4 | 3,639 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cockwood Primary School Cofton Hill , Cockwood EX6 8RB | 3out of 4 | 4,419 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady and St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School Fourth Avenue , TQ14 9DT | 3out of 4 | 4,938 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 506 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Teignmouth Community School, Exeter Road Exeter Road , TQ14 9HZ | 3out of 4 | 4,387 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education and Care (Devon) Ltd At 7-9 Oak Park Villas Oak Park Road , East Cliff Road EX7 0DE | - not rated | 419 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood Court College (Phoenix Learning Care Ltd) 7/9 Oak Park Villas , EX7 0DE | - not rated | 478 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chances Educational Support Services Red Rock , Sandy Lane EX7 0AF | - not rated | 804 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Manor School John Nash Drive , EX7 9SF | - not rated | 1,308 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Trinity School , Buckeridge Road TQ14 8LY | - not rated | 4,020 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Beach Bar | 15C - 16 Piermont Place Dawlish Devon | 30 yd | |
| Harrisons Amusements | Harrisons Amusements 8 - 13 Piermont Place Dawlish Devon | 34 yd | |
| Sea Breeze Lounge | 17 - 20 Piermont Place Dawlish Devon | 34 yd | |
| The Local Scoop | 7 Piermont Place Dawlish Devon | 34 yd | |
| Safari Adventure Golf | Station Road Dawlish Devon | 45 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Railway Inn | Railway Inn Beach Street Dawlish Devon | 55 yd | |
| The Gresham House Inn | 1 Commercial Road Dawlish Devon | 112 yd | |
| The White Hart | 25 Brunswick Place Dawlish Devon | 136 yd | |
| South Devon Inn | South Devon Inn Strand Hill Dawlish Devon | 139 yd | |
| Teignmouth Inn | Brookdale Cottages Dawlish Devon | 149 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frank's Frying in Dawlish | 3 Piermont Place Dawlish Devon | 34 yd | |
| Dawlish Pizza And Grill | 27 Brunswick Place Dawlish Devon | 169 yd | |
| Smyrna Pizza & Gyros | 15A Strand Hill Dawlish | 174 yd | |
| Shakie Shack | 19 Brunswick Place Dawlish | 214 yd | |
| Chip Ahoy | 20-22 Queen Street Dawlish Devon | 487 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | The Co Operative Group 4 - 5 The Strand Dawlish Devon | 241 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Motiv8 Fitness & Tanning Suite (Closed) Queen Street | health and fitness suite | 478 yd |
| Dawlish College ELM GROVE ROAD | grass pitches | 505 yd |
| Dawlish & District Indoor Bowls Association Ltd SANDY LANE | indoor bowls | 770 yd |
| Sandy Lane RED ROCK RED ROCK SANDY LANE | grass pitches | 820 yd |
| Dawlish Leisure Centre SANDY LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 936 yd |
| Gatehouse Ace Academy Secmaton Lane | grass pitches | 1,001 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.