Albert Place is in Exmouth and in East Devon district. EX8 1JQ is located in the Exmouth Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of East Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Albert Place, Exmouth, EX8 1JQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX8 1JG, EX8 1JF, EX8 1JH, EX8 1JE, EX8 1JN, EX8 1JJ, EX8 1LS, EX8 1LT, EX8 1LE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding EX8 1JQ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.2% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 47.8% | -3.0% | 51.0% | -3.2% |
| Male | 49.2% | 52.2% | 3.0% | 49.0% | 3.2% |
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 EX8 1JQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.3% 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 | 46.2% | 51.3% | 5.1% | 37.9% | 13.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 25% | 25% | 0.0% | 44.2% | -19.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 5.3% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 3.1% |
| Divorced | 15.4% | 13.2% | -2.2% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 5.3% | -2.9% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.3% | 45.5% | 1.2% | 48.4% | -2.9% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 29.8% | -2.3% | 33.6% | -3.8% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 16.1% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 8.1% | 6.3% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.5% | 19.8% | -4.7% | 18.2% | 1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 11.9% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 17.2% | 2.8% | 13.4% | 3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 7.9% | 6.0% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.4% | 19.8% | 4.4% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.2% | 21.6% | 2.4% | 33.8% | -12.2% |
| Other | 10.1% | 1.8% | -8.3% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.2% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 1.7% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93.5% | 94.9% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 86.2% 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 | 87.4% | 86.2% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 3.0% |
| European Union | 6.9% | 7.9% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| 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 | 86.6% | 85.5% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 2.3% |
| 10+ Years | 2.8% | 7.1% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.1% | 5.1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | 2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 1.2% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.1% | 76.7% | -3.6% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 2.4% | 0.2% | 2.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 17.8% | 13.5% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.6% | 37.2% | 15.4% |
| Christian | 34.4% | 46.2% | -11.8% |
| Muslim | 2.4% | 6.5% | -4.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 9.9% | 6.0% | 3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Albert Place was 78.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.6% lower than the Exmouth Town average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Albert Place has the 12th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Exmouth Town and the 88th highest crime rate of 480 local areas in East Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Albert Place, Exmouth, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2024-02-16 | £150,460 |
| 7 Albert Place, Exmouth, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £218,000 | 2023-07-28 | £224,704 |
| 10 Albert Place, Exmouth, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £156,000 | 2022-09-01 | £148,291 |
| 4 Albert Place, Exmouth, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £164,950 | 2017-07-24 | £218,601 |
| 4 Albert Place, Exmouth, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £139,000 | 2015-07-03 | £199,201 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter Road Community Primary School Exeter Road , EX8 1PU | 3out of 4 | 212 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Beacon Church of England (VA) Primary School 1 Beacon Place , EX8 2SR | 3out of 4 | 408 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Exmouth Regents Gate , EX8 1TA | 3out of 4 | 486 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Withycombe Raleigh Church of England Primary School Withycombe Village Road , EX8 3BA | 3out of 4 | 1,429 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marpool Primary School Moorfield Road , EX8 3QW | 3out of 4 | 1,564 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exmouth Community College Gipsy Lane , EX8 3AF | 2out of 4 | 840 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education 1 Douglas Avenue , EX8 2AU | 2out of 4 | 726 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Preparatory School Harefield , Lympstone EX8 5AU | - not rated | 3,777 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 Albion Cafe | 14 Albion Street, Exmouth | 161 yd | |
| Star Coffee | 8 Albion Street, Exmouth | 161 yd | |
| Woodland & Sea Ltd | 3 Staples Mews, Exeter Road | 201 yd | |
| The Open Door Centre | St Saviours House, Church Street | 206 yd | |
| Greggs PLC | 38-40 Chapel Street, Exmouth | 208 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Famous Old Barrel | 1 Princes Street, Exmouth | 138 yd | |
| Bicton Inn | 5 Bicton Street, Exmouth | 198 yd | |
| First and Last Inn | First And Last Inn, 10 Church Street | 206 yd | |
| The Loft | 11A Church Street, Exmouth | 206 yd | |
| Exmouth Arms | 21 Exeter Road, Exmouth | 237 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Blue Dragon Express | 39 Albion Street, Exmouth | 73 yd | |
| Waffle Away | 13 Albion Street, Exmouth | 147 yd | |
| Micky's Rotisserie | 30 Exeter Road, Exmouth | 236 yd | |
| Aroma Grill | 23 Exeter Road, Exmouth | 237 yd | |
| Cookies N Dreams | 45 Parade, Exmouth | 241 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 3 - 7 Magnolia Walk, Exmouth | 294 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 37-39 Parade, Exmouth | 314 yd | |
| Tesco | 4 - 6 Rolle Street, Exmouth | 361 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bodywise 5A 5A PARADE | health and fitness suite | 396 yd |
| Exmouth Leisure Centre ROYAL AVENUE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 545 yd |
| University Of Plymouth (Exmouth Campus) (Closed) Rolle College Rolle College Douglas Avenue | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 627 yd |
| Exmouth Cricket Club QUEENS DRIVE | grass pitches | 778 yd |
| Imperial Recreation Ground IMPERIAL RECREATION GROUND IMPERIAL RECREATION GROUND IMPERIAL ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 783 yd |
| Madeira Bowling Club Queens Drive | indoor bowls | 813 yd |
| Exmouth Town Afc KING GEORGE V GROUND KING GEORGE V GROUND SOUTHERN ROAD | grass pitches | 841 yd |
| Exmouth Community College GIPSY LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 880 yd |
| Cranford Sports Club SALTERTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 892 yd |
| Exmouth Tennis & Fitness Centre WITHYCOMBE VILLAGE ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 967 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 68.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.