Estuary Court is in Exmouth and in East Devon district. EX8 1XY is located in the Exmouth Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of East Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1997-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Estuary Court, Exmouth, EX8 1XY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX8 1EF, EX8 1EQ, EX8 1XZ, EX8 1XU, EX8 1XS, EX8 1XP, EX8 1EE, EX8 1XW, EX8 1XN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding EX8 1XY has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% 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 | 54.8% | 48.8% | -6.0% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 45.2% | 51.2% | 6.0% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of EX8 1XY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.9% 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 | 26.4% | 24.4% | -2.0% | 37.9% | -13.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.1% | 51.9% | 2.8% | 44.2% | 7.7% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.9% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 14.9% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 5.8% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 5.7% | -4.0% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 44.6% | 49.3% | 4.7% | 48.4% | 0.9% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 32.5% | -4.7% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 14.4% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 3.4% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 16.7% | 12% | -4.7% | 18.2% | -6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 8.5% | -3.4% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 12.4% | -4.0% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 5.4% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 15.8% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.3% | 41.7% | 6.4% | 33.8% | 7.9% |
| Other | 6.3% | 4.2% | -2.1% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.8% | 98.3% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 91.4% 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 | 89.1% | 91.4% | 2.3% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| European Union | 7.1% | 2.7% | -4.4% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.6% | 1% | -1.6% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.5% | 91.8% | 3.3% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 6.5% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.9% | 0.3% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0% | -4.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.5% | 76.7% | 9.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.1% | 13.5% | -3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39% | 37.2% | 1.8% |
| Christian | 54.1% | 46.2% | 7.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Estuary Court was 287.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 145.7% higher than the Exmouth Town average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Estuary Court has the 3rd highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Exmouth Town and the 6th highest crime rate of 480 local areas in East Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 111.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Estuary Court, Exmouth, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2024-06-21 | £493,958 |
| 21 Estuary Court, Exmouth, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £561,000 | 2024-06-20 | £587,580 |
| 14 Estuary Court, Exmouth, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2021-06-28 | £518,244 |
| Garage Associated With 8 Estuary Court, Exmouth, Devon Other, an established residential building | £35,000 | 2018-09-04 | £39,106 |
| 18 Estuary Court, Exmouth, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2017-09-01 | £521,368 |
EX8 1XY area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 10% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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.
EX8 1XY 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in EX8 1XY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 101 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Self-Employed | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Other | 14 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Beacon Church of England (VA) Primary School 1 Beacon Place , EX8 2SR | 3out of 4 | 952 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter Road Community Primary School Exeter Road , EX8 1PU | 3out of 4 | 1,081 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Exmouth Regents Gate , EX8 1TA | 3out of 4 | 1,609 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cockwood Primary School Cofton Hill , Cockwood EX6 8RB | 3out of 4 | 1,868 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Starcross Primary School New Road , EX6 8QD | - not rated | 2,053 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,697 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dawlish College Elm Grove Road , EX7 0BY | - not rated | 5,160 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,541 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Preparatory School Harefield , Lympstone EX8 5AU | - not rated | 3,999 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chances Educational Support Services Red Rock , Sandy Lane EX7 0AF | - not rated | 4,857 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood Court College (Phoenix Learning Care Ltd) 7/9 Oak Park Villas , EX7 0DE | - not rated | 5,270 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 | 5,300 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fish On The Quay Ltd | 1A Pilot Wharf, Pier Head | 247 yd | |
| The Point Bar and Grill | 7 Pilot Wharf, Pier Head | 250 yd | |
| La Mar | Beach Hotel, Victoria Road | 277 yd | |
| Mariners @ The Marina | 4 Shelly Court, Pier Head | 281 yd | |
| Rockfish Exmouth Ltd | The Waterfront, Pier Head | 287 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Beach | Beach Hotel, Victoria Road | 277 yd | |
| The Grove | Esplanade, Exmouth | 395 yd | |
| Exmouth Rugby Football Club | Imperial Road, Exmouth | 481 yd | |
| Exmouth Masonic Club | 3 St Andrews Road, Exmouth | 639 yd | |
| Wings Bar | The Royal Air Forces Association, 33 - 35 Imperial Road | 640 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carol's Kitchen | 16B The Strand, Exmouth | 713 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 19 Imperial Road, Exmouth | 720 yd | |
| Exmouth Kebab House | Unit 2, 7 Rolle Street | 776 yd | |
| Parallel 50 | 6 Tower Street, Exmouth | 791 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 44 Parade, Exmouth | 849 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 4 - 6 Rolle Street, Exmouth | 775 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 37-39 Parade, Exmouth | 840 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 3 - 7 Magnolia Walk, Exmouth | 843 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Imperial Recreation Ground IMPERIAL RECREATION GROUND IMPERIAL RECREATION GROUND IMPERIAL ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 364 yd |
| Exmouth Leisure Centre ROYAL AVENUE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 632 yd |
| Bodywise 5A 5A PARADE | health and fitness suite | 769 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 | 38 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 58.45 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 58.45 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.