Beechway is in Exmouth and in East Devon district. EX8 3HP is located in the Exmouth Halsdon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of East Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Beechway, Exmouth, EX8 3HP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX8 3HW, EX8 3DY, EX8 3HX, EX8 3HR, EX8 3DX, EX8 3HU, EX8 3HL, EX8 3DN, EX8 3HJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX8 3HP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 51% | 1.2% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 50.2% | 49% | -1.2% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 3HP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.8% 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 | 30.4% | 28.6% | -1.8% | 37.9% | -9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.1% | 52.8% | 1.7% | 44.2% | 8.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.4% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 8.6% | -1.9% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 6.9% | 0.4% | 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 | 54.7% | 49.7% | -5.0% | 48.4% | 1.3% |
| Good health | 27.2% | 35.1% | 7.9% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 12.3% | -0.8% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 1.7% | -2.6% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 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.
In the area around EX8 3HP this area, 9.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.4% | 9.3% | -8.1% | 18.2% | -8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 7.6% | -5.4% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 16.2% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 6.6% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 20.3% | 10.2% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.1% | 37.2% | 3.1% | 33.8% | 3.4% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.8% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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 | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.4% | 99.4% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
In this area, 94.5% 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 | 96.3% | 94.5% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 2.6% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 94% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0.3% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.5% | 76.7% | 6.8% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 12.8% | 13.5% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.6% | 37.2% | 7.4% |
| Christian | 49.4% | 46.2% | 3.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Beechway was 47.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.9% higher than the Exmouth Halsdon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Beechway has the 10th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Exmouth Halsdon and the 168th highest crime rate of 480 local areas in East Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Beechway, Exmouth, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £367,500 | 2024-07-11 | £392,149 |
| 1 Beechway, Exmouth, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2023-05-26 | £456,522 |
| 11 Beechway, Exmouth, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2019-09-30 | £497,041 |
| 11 Beechway, Exmouth, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2016-12-06 | £501,992 |
| 2 Beechway, Exmouth, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2016-03-29 | £399,931 |
EX8 3HP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
| Retired | 86 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Education | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter Road Community Primary School Exeter Road , EX8 1PU | 3out of 4 | 813 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Withycombe Raleigh Church of England Primary School Withycombe Village Road , EX8 3BA | 3out of 4 | 835 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Exmouth Regents Gate , EX8 1TA | 3out of 4 | 1,115 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marpool Primary School Moorfield Road , EX8 3QW | 3out of 4 | 1,177 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Beacon Church of England (VA) Primary School 1 Beacon Place , EX8 2SR | 3out of 4 | 1,373 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 341 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 | 1,666 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Preparatory School Harefield , Lympstone EX8 5AU | - not rated | 2,789 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bumble And Tee | Cafe, Phear Park | 360 yd | |
| Level 1 Games | 123 Exeter Road, Exmouth | 413 yd | |
| Lower Halsdon Farm | Mudbank Lane, Exmouth | 531 yd | |
| Willows cafe | 114A Withycombe Village Road, Exmouth | 586 yd | |
| Waffle Inn Exmouth | 50 Exeter Road, Exmouth | 747 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Withycombe Rugby Club | Withycombe Rugby Football Club, Raleigh Park | 214 yd | |
| LED | Exmouth Tennis & Fitness Centre, Withycombe Village Road | 375 yd | |
| Exmouth Town Football Club | King George V Ground, Southern Road | 408 yd | |
| The Park Hotel | 114 Exeter Road, Exmouth | 507 yd | |
| Holly Tree | 161 Withycombe Village Road, Exmouth | 598 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Proper Fish And Chips Co | 73 Exeter Road, Exmouth | 545 yd | |
| Withycombe Fish Bar | 112 Withycombe Village Road, Exmouth | 598 yd | |
| Ocean Garden Takeaway | 122 Withycombe Village Road, Exmouth | 604 yd | |
| Ping's Chinese Takeaway | 55 Exeter Road, Exmouth | 706 yd | |
| Krispies | 57 Exeter Road, Exmouth | 706 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-operative | 190B Exeter Road, Exmouth | 514 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 37-39 Parade, Exmouth | 986 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Exmouth Community College GIPSY LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 223 yd |
| Exmouth Tennis & Fitness Centre WITHYCOMBE VILLAGE ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 243 yd |
| Warren View Sports Ground WARREN VIEW PLAYING FIELD WARREN VIEW PLAYING FIELD HALSDON AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 361 yd |
| Exmouth Town Afc KING GEORGE V GROUND KING GEORGE V GROUND SOUTHERN ROAD | grass pitches | 461 yd |
| Withycombe Raleigh C Of E Primary School WITHYCOMBE VILLAGE ROAD | grass pitches | 757 yd |
| Bodywise 5A 5A PARADE | health and fitness suite | 997 yd |
| Exmouth Leisure Centre ROYAL AVENUE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,061 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 | 64.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 89.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 450 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 450 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 27.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 150 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.