Claremont Lane is in Exmouth and in East Devon district. EX8 2LE is located in the Exmouth Littleham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of East Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Claremont Lane, Exmouth, EX8 2LE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX8 2LQ, EX8 2EQ, EX8 2LG, EX8 2DW, EX8 2DT, EX8 2EF, EX8 2LF, EX8 2EJ, EX8 2JD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX8 2LE 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 | 51.6% | 50.9% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 48.4% | 49.1% | 0.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28% | 30.8% | 2.8% | 37.9% | -7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.9% | 45.8% | -10.1% | 44.2% | 1.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 3.7% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 11.7% | 3.8% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 6.6% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 46.6% | 42.1% | -4.5% | 48.4% | -6.3% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 40.8% | 4.5% | 33.6% | 7.2% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 11.7% | 0.5% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 4.1% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 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 | 20.9% | 16.6% | -4.3% | 18.2% | -1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 6.6% | -6.8% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 18.5% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 4.8% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 20.3% | 5.3% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.2% | 31.4% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -2.4% |
| Other | 3.1% | 1.8% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.4% | 98.1% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
In this area, 92% 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 | 95.7% | 92% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 4.1% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 91.7% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0.6% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81% | 76.7% | 4.3% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Turkey | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 14.3% | 13.5% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.7% | 37.2% | 14.5% |
| Christian | 43.8% | 46.2% | -2.4% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Claremont Lane was 66.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.8% lower than the Exmouth Littleham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Claremont Lane has the 10th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Exmouth Littleham and the 103rd highest crime rate of 477 local areas in East Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1A Claremont Lane, Exmouth, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2018-02-28 | £404,755 |
| 2C Claremont Lane, Exmouth, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £540,000 | 2017-08-07 | £693,797 |
| 3 Claremont Lane, Exmouth, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2016-02-12 | £449,861 |
| 8 Claremont Lane, Exmouth, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2015-08-14 | £324,836 |
| 6 Claremont Lane, Exmouth, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £179,000 | 2014-02-03 | £271,795 |
EX8 2LE 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 | 83 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| 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 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Exmouth Regents Gate , EX8 1TA | - not rated | 405 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Exmouth Regents Gate , EX8 1TA | 3out of 4 | 405 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter Road Community Primary School Exeter Road , EX8 1PU | - not rated | 982 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marpool Primary School Moorfield Road , EX8 3QW | 1out of 4 | 986 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marpool Primary School Moorfield Road , EX8 3QW | - not rated | 986 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 | 928 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Exmouth Community College Gipsy Lane , EX8 3AF | - not rated | 928 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dolphin School Raddenstile Lane , EX8 2JH | - not rated | 572 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cedarwood Pre-Preparatory School 12 Cyprus Road , EX8 2DZ | - not rated | 585 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education 1 Douglas Avenue , EX8 2AU | - not rated | 866 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education 1 Douglas Avenue , EX8 2AU | 3out of 4 | 889 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Courtenay School Stoke Lyne , Withycombe Raleigh EX8 4DE | - not rated | 1,658 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bumble And Tee | Cafe, Phear Park | 850 yd | |
| Churchill Contract Catering T/a Radish | 1 Roswell Court, 8 Douglas Avenue | 893 yd | |
| Waffle Inn Exmouth | 50 Exeter Road, Exmouth | 939 yd | |
| The Albion Cafe | 14 Albion Street, Exmouth | 945 yd | |
| Star Coffee | 8 Albion Street, Exmouth | 945 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cranford Sports Club | 42 Salterton Road, Exmouth | 85 yd | |
| Bicton Inn | 5 Bicton Street, Exmouth | 876 yd | |
| LED | Exmouth Tennis & Fitness Centre, Withycombe Village Road | 910 yd | |
| Famous Old Barrel | 1 Princes Street, Exmouth | 933 yd | |
| Holly Tree | 161 Withycombe Village Road, Exmouth | 970 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Blue Dragon Express | 39 Albion Street, Exmouth | 859 yd | |
| Wing Sing Takeaway | 12 Littleham Road, Exmouth | 878 yd | |
| Waffle Away | 13 Albion Street, Exmouth | 937 yd | |
| Ali's Kebab Shop | 44 Exeter Road, Exmouth | 939 yd | |
| Silver Sea House | 62 Exeter Road, Exmouth | 939 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 8-10 Littleham Road, Exmouth | 878 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 3 - 7 Magnolia Walk, Exmouth | 1,089 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cranford Sports Club SALTERTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 186 yd |
| University Of Plymouth (Exmouth Campus) (Closed) Rolle College Rolle College Douglas Avenue | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 836 yd |
| Rolle College Playing Field ARDENNY COURT ARDENNY COURT DOUGLAS AVENUE | grass pitches | 847 yd |
| Exmouth Community College GIPSY LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 933 yd |
| Exmouth Tennis & Fitness Centre WITHYCOMBE VILLAGE ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 958 yd |
| Exmouth Cricket Club QUEENS DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,012 yd |
| Withycombe Raleigh C Of E Primary School WITHYCOMBE VILLAGE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,082 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 | 95.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.0% |
| 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 | 34.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 300 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 300 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 60 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.