Brookhayes Close is in Exmouth and in East Devon district. EX8 3AD is located in the Exmouth Withycombe Raleigh electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of East Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Brookhayes Close, Exmouth, EX8 3AD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX8 3AE, EX8 3AB, EX8 3AY, EX8 3AG, EX8 3QH, EX8 3QU, EX8 3RE, EX8 3AN, EX8 3QQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX8 3AD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 50.2% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 48.6% | 49.8% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 27% | 25.5% | -1.5% | 37.9% | -12.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.6% | 45.3% | -4.3% | 44.2% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 3.4% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 14.6% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 5.5% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 11.2% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 5.1% |
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 | 43.4% | 37.3% | -6.1% | 48.4% | -11.1% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 34.6% | -0.8% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 20.7% | 6.8% | 12.7% | 8.0% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 6.4% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.6% | 22.9% | -3.7% | 18.2% | 4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 12% | -2.3% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 16.5% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 4.9% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 15.8% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.5% | 26.7% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -7.1% |
| Other | 2.9% | 1.1% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99% | 98.7% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 97.9% | 96% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 96% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.2% | 76.7% | 6.5% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 15.2% | 13.5% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.7% | 37.2% | -4.5% |
| Christian | 56.6% | 46.2% | 10.4% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 10.4% | 6.0% | 4.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brookhayes Close was 62.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 120.7% higher than the Exmouth Brixington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brookhayes Close has the 9th highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Exmouth Brixington and the 116th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in East Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Brookhayes Close, Exmouth, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2024-10-03 | £457,665 |
| 5 Brookhayes Close, Exmouth, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2024-01-17 | £429,383 |
| 2 Brookhayes Close, Exmouth, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2022-04-11 | £577,301 |
| 3 Brookhayes Close, Exmouth, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2021-06-28 | £408,794 |
| 2 Brookhayes Close, Exmouth, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2020-10-09 | £437,302 |
EX8 3AD 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 3AD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 113 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Withycombe Raleigh Church of England Primary School Withycombe Village Road , EX8 3BA | 3out of 4 | 474 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marpool Primary School Moorfield Road , EX8 3QW | 1out of 4 | 703 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marpool Primary School Moorfield Road , EX8 3QW | - not rated | 704 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Exmouth Regents Gate , EX8 1TA | - not rated | 823 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Exmouth Regents Gate , EX8 1TA | 3out of 4 | 823 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 | 232 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Exmouth Community College Gipsy Lane , EX8 3AF | - not rated | 232 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 | 1,019 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Courtenay School Stoke Lyne , Withycombe Raleigh EX8 4DE | - not rated | 1,221 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cedarwood Pre-Preparatory School 12 Cyprus Road , EX8 2DZ | - not rated | 1,300 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Belvoir School 4 Broadmead , Brixington EX8 4JR | - not rated | 1,332 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education 1 Douglas Avenue , EX8 2AU | - not rated | 1,439 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willows cafe | 114A Withycombe Village Road, Exmouth | 262 yd | |
| Bumble And Tee | Cafe, Phear Park | 391 yd | |
| Level 1 Games | 123 Exeter Road, Exmouth | 653 yd | |
| Cafe@ Car Wash | Best Hand Car Wash, Pound Lane | 670 yd | |
| Waffle Inn Exmouth | 50 Exeter Road, Exmouth | 830 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LED | Exmouth Tennis & Fitness Centre, Withycombe Village Road | 95 yd | |
| Holly Tree | 161 Withycombe Village Road, Exmouth | 287 yd | |
| Withycombe Rugby Club | Withycombe Rugby Football Club, Raleigh Park | 388 yd | |
| Country House Inn | 174 - 176 Withycombe Village Road, Exmouth | 440 yd | |
| The Park Hotel | 114 Exeter Road, Exmouth | 656 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Withycombe Fish Bar | 112 Withycombe Village Road, Exmouth | 287 yd | |
| Ocean Garden Takeaway | 122 Withycombe Village Road, Exmouth | 293 yd | |
| The Proper Fish And Chips Co | 73 Exeter Road, Exmouth | 709 yd | |
| Ping's Chinese Takeaway | 55 Exeter Road, Exmouth | 813 yd | |
| Krispies | 57 Exeter Road, Exmouth | 813 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-operative | 190B Exeter Road, Exmouth | 825 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 37-39 Parade, Exmouth | 1,089 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Exmouth Tennis & Fitness Centre WITHYCOMBE VILLAGE ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 185 yd |
| Exmouth Community College GIPSY LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 232 yd |
| Withycombe Raleigh C Of E Primary School WITHYCOMBE VILLAGE ROAD | grass pitches | 470 yd |
| Warren View Sports Ground WARREN VIEW PLAYING FIELD WARREN VIEW PLAYING FIELD HALSDON AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 788 yd |
| Exmouth Town Afc KING GEORGE V GROUND KING GEORGE V GROUND SOUTHERN ROAD | grass pitches | 809 yd |
| Cranford Sports Club SALTERTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 999 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 | 40.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 40.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 40.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.