Esplanade is in Exmouth and in East Devon district. EX8 2AZ 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 Esplanade, Exmouth, EX8 2AZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX8 2AF, EX8 2ST, EX8 2AQ, EX8 2AE, EX8 2AG, EX8 2AB, EX8 2AL, EX8 2SJ, EX8 2BB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding EX8 2AZ has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 57.3% | 50% | -7.3% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 42.7% | 50% | 7.3% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.8% | 28.3% | -7.5% | 37.9% | -9.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.9% | 45.3% | 7.4% | 44.2% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 3.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 14.2% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 5.1% |
| Widowed | 11.1% | 8.5% | -2.6% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 | 39.9% | 36.1% | -3.8% | 48.4% | -12.3% |
| Good health | 38.5% | 43.3% | 4.8% | 33.6% | 9.7% |
| Fair health | 17.4% | 13% | -4.4% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 5.9% | 2.7% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 | 13.7% | 19.9% | 6.2% | 18.2% | 1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 11.4% | -0.7% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.5% | 11.8% | -7.7% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 7.1% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 10.4% | 0.9% | 16.9% | -6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.4% | 35.1% | -2.3% | 33.8% | 1.3% |
| Other | 4.7% | 4.3% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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 | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 93.6% | 95.4% | 1.8% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
In this area, 83.2% 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 | 90.4% | 83.2% | -7.2% | 83.2% | 0.0% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 13.4% | 10.2% | 6.1% | 7.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 2.5% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89% | 83.2% | -5.8% | 83.2% | 0.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 3.8% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.1% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 7.6% | 7.6% | 2.2% | 5.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.8% | 2.5% | -5.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79% | 76.7% | 2.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Romania | 9.2% | 0.9% | 8.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8% | 13.5% | -5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.2% | 37.2% | 1.0% |
| Christian | 52.1% | 46.2% | 5.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Other religion | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Esplanade was 119.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.1% higher than the Exmouth Town average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Esplanade has the 7th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Exmouth Town and the 33rd highest crime rate of 480 local areas in East Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 51.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shop 2 Channel View Esplanade, Exmouth, Devon Other, an established residential building | £30,000 | 2019-11-12 | £33,481 |
| The Bath House Esplanade, Exmouth, Devon Other, an established residential building | £19,972,500 | 2015-01-29 | £25,712,628 |
| Flat 3 Channel View Esplanade, Exmouth, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2003-10-10 | £206,694 |
| Flat 1 Channel View Esplanade, Exmouth, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2002-09-02 | £261,213 |
EX8 2AZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 2AZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 81 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 225 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter Road Community Primary School Exeter Road , EX8 1PU | 3out of 4 | 783 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Exmouth Regents Gate , EX8 1TA | 3out of 4 | 931 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Withycombe Raleigh Church of England Primary School Withycombe Village Road , EX8 3BA | 3out of 4 | 2,051 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marpool Primary School Moorfield Road , EX8 3QW | 3out of 4 | 2,150 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 | 1,471 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dawlish College Elm Grove Road , EX7 0BY | - not rated | 5,341 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 | 611 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Preparatory School Harefield , Lympstone EX8 5AU | - not rated | 4,338 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chances Educational Support Services Red Rock , Sandy Lane EX7 0AF | - not rated | 5,056 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aby's | Channel View Cafe, Esplanade | 1 yd | |
| The Pavilion Cafe | The Pavilion, Esplanade | 1 yd | |
| Samphire21 Limited | 8 The Beacon, Exmouth | 189 yd | |
| Restaurant at the Manor | Manor Hotel, The Beacon | 208 yd | |
| Golden Dragon | The Beacon, Exmouth | 208 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bath House | Esplanade, Exmouth | 1 yd | |
| The Pilot Inn | 5 Chapel Hill, Exmouth | 377 yd | |
| The Heavitree - Project X | 13 High Street, Exmouth | 379 yd | |
| Exmouth Masonic Club | 3 St Andrews Road, Exmouth | 434 yd | |
| Exmouth Cricket Club | Queens Drive, Exmouth | 446 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Octagon At Exmouth LTD | The Octagon, Esplanade | 1 yd | |
| Parallel 50 | 6 Tower Street, Exmouth | 392 yd | |
| Exmouth Kebab House | Unit 2, 7 Rolle Street | 549 yd | |
| Carol's Kitchen | 16B The Strand, Exmouth | 567 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 44 Parade, Exmouth | 599 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 3 - 7 Magnolia Walk, Exmouth | 473 yd | |
| Tesco | 4 - 6 Rolle Street, Exmouth | 473 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 37-39 Parade, Exmouth | 642 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Madeira Bowling Club Queens Drive | indoor bowls | 481 yd |
| Exmouth Cricket Club QUEENS DRIVE | grass pitches | 548 yd |
| University Of Plymouth (Exmouth Campus) (Closed) Rolle College Rolle College Douglas Avenue | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 566 yd |
| Bodywise 5A 5A PARADE | health and fitness suite | 672 yd |
| Exmouth Leisure Centre ROYAL AVENUE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 722 yd |
| Imperial Recreation Ground IMPERIAL RECREATION GROUND IMPERIAL RECREATION GROUND IMPERIAL ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 767 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 | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 91.7% |
| 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 | 41.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 151.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 28.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 100 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.