Oakland Drive is in Dawlish and in Teignbridge district. EX7 9RW 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 Oakland Drive, Dawlish, EX7 9RW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX7 9RN, EX7 9RP, EX7 9RS, EX7 9RX, EX7 9EQ, EX7 9RT, EX7 9EG, EX7 9RU, EX7 9EF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX7 9RW, 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 | 55.7% | 53.3% | -2.4% | 51.0% | 2.3% |
| Male | 44.3% | 46.7% | 2.4% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of EX7 9RW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.9% 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 | 20.9% | 14% | -6.9% | 37.9% | -23.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.6% | 59.9% | 7.3% | 44.2% | 15.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 9.1% | -3.3% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 12% | 14% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 7.9% |
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 | 33.6% | 30.7% | -2.9% | 48.4% | -17.7% |
| Good health | 41.9% | 41.1% | -0.8% | 33.6% | 7.5% |
| Fair health | 17.8% | 22.6% | 4.8% | 12.7% | 9.9% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 4.4% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.1% | -0.9% | 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 | 14.1% | 14% | -0.1% | 18.2% | -4.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 9.9% | -5.1% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 11.2% | -0.8% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 9.1% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 16.1% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.6% | 36.8% | 2.2% | 33.8% | 3.0% |
| Other | 5.1% | 2.9% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.6% | 98.1% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 96.8% | 95.9% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 95.9% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.4% | 76.7% | 10.7% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.2% | 13.5% | -2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.3% | 37.2% | -3.9% |
| Christian | 57.4% | 46.2% | 11.2% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oakland Drive was 32.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.2% lower than the Dawlish North East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Oakland Drive has the 16th lowest crime rate of 51 local areas in Dawlish North East and the 170th lowest crime rate of 430 local areas in Teignbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 35.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oakland Drive, Dawlish, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-06-05 | £174,787 |
| 7 Oakland Drive, Dawlish, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2022-07-28 | £259,362 |
| 5 Oakland Drive, Dawlish, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-12-14 | £274,671 |
| 17 Oakland Drive, Dawlish, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £139,000 | 2019-03-01 | £190,447 |
| 31 Oakland Drive, Dawlish, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £285,500 | 2017-05-17 | £391,342 |
EX7 9RW 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 9RW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 61% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 146 |
| Full-Time Employee | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westcliff Primary Academy First Avenue , EX7 9RA | 3out of 4 | 507 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gatehouse Primary Academy Secmaton Lane , EX7 0LW | 1out of 4 | 1,733 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazeldown School Maudlin Drive , TQ14 8SE | 3out of 4 | 2,802 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady and St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School Fourth Avenue , TQ14 9DT | 3out of 4 | 4,075 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Teignmouth Community School, Mill Lane Mill Lane , TQ14 9BB | 3out of 4 | 4,176 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,375 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Teignmouth Community School, Exeter Road Exeter Road , TQ14 9HZ | 3out of 4 | 3,517 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 560 yd | Academy special sponsor led | 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 | 1,248 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood Court College (Phoenix Learning Care Ltd) 7/9 Oak Park Villas , EX7 0DE | - not rated | 1,289 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chances Educational Support Services Red Rock , Sandy Lane EX7 0AF | - not rated | 1,675 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Trinity School , Buckeridge Road TQ14 8LY | - not rated | 3,153 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 Cove Cafe | The Cove Cafe Coryton Cove Earlys Wall Dawlish Devon | 178 yd | |
| Hoi Shing Restaurant | 12 Brunswick Place Dawlish Devon | 674 yd | |
| Inspire Cafe | United Reform Church The Strand Dawlish Devon | 779 yd | |
| Reflections South West Ltd | 33 The Strand Dawlish Devon | 779 yd | |
| The Smugglers Inn | Smugglers Inn 27 Teignmouth Road Dawlish Devon | 780 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Brunswick Arms | 9-10 Brunswick Place Dawlish Devon | 674 yd | |
| Marine Hotel And Tavern | 2 Marine Parade Dawlish Devon | 675 yd | |
| Teignmouth Inn | Brookdale Cottages Dawlish Devon | 722 yd | |
| The White Hart | 25 Brunswick Place Dawlish Devon | 757 yd | |
| The Lansdowne | Lansdowne Hotel Park Road Dawlish Devon | 841 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shakie Shack | 19 Brunswick Place Dawlish | 721 yd | |
| Dawlish Pizza And Grill | 27 Brunswick Place Dawlish Devon | 746 yd | |
| Chip Ahoy | 20-22 Queen Street Dawlish Devon | 784 yd | |
| Siew May | 4 King Street Dawlish Devon | 792 yd | |
| Pizza Palos | 40 Park Road Dawlish Devon | 816 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | The Co Operative Group 4 - 5 The Strand Dawlish Devon | 825 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Orchard Manor School JOHN NASH DRIVE | grass pitches | 622 yd |
| Motiv8 Fitness & Tanning Suite (Closed) Queen Street | health and fitness suite | 778 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 | 43.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 77.87 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 77.87 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.