Cauleston Close is in Exmouth and in East Devon district. EX8 3LY 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 Cauleston Close, Exmouth, EX8 3LY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX8 3LU, EX8 3LX, EX8 3LR, EX8 3LT, EX8 3JD, EX8 3JQ, EX8 3JB, EX8 3LS, EX8 3JF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding EX8 3LY 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 | 48.6% | 50% | 1.4% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 51.4% | 50% | -1.4% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of EX8 3LY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.9% 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 | 23.8% | 26.4% | 2.6% | 37.9% | -11.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63% | 57.9% | -5.1% | 44.2% | 13.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 5.3% | 5% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -4.1% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 8.6% | 2.2% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 53% | 50.9% | -2.1% | 48.4% | 2.5% |
| Good health | 30.9% | 32.7% | 1.8% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 12% | 11.2% | -0.8% | 12.7% | -1.5% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 3.9% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.8% | 11.5% | -4.3% | 18.2% | -6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 8.6% | -4.6% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 16.8% | -0.2% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 5% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 12.9% | 0.8% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.7% | 43.7% | 9.0% | 33.8% | 9.9% |
| Other | 2.6% | 1.4% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.4% | 99.1% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 96.8% | 94.8% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 3.4% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 93.7% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.7% | 5.7% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.7% | 76.7% | 12.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 8.8% | 13.5% | -4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.5% | 37.2% | 1.3% |
| Christian | 54.5% | 46.2% | 8.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cauleston Close was 28.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.6% lower than the Exmouth Halsdon average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Cauleston Close has the 10th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Exmouth Halsdon and the 204th lowest crime rate of 480 local areas in East Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caulstone Cottage Cauleston Close, Exmouth, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2024-10-31 | £348,958 |
| Caulstone Cottage Cauleston Close, Exmouth, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2023-04-05 | £250,248 |
| Flat 2 Cauleston House Cauleston Close, Exmouth, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2022-03-01 | £249,745 |
| Flat 6 Cauleston House Cauleston Close, Exmouth, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2021-09-30 | £257,881 |
| Flat 9 Cauleston House Cauleston Close, Exmouth, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2021-06-29 | £319,322 |
EX8 3LY 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in EX8 3LY 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 | 107 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Education | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 999 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brixington Primary Academy Brixington Lane , EX8 4JQ | 2out of 4 | 1,324 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marpool Primary School Moorfield Road , EX8 3QW | 3out of 4 | 1,386 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter Road Community Primary School Exeter Road , EX8 1PU | 3out of 4 | 1,442 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Exmouth Regents Gate , EX8 1TA | 3out of 4 | 1,732 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 | 906 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Preparatory School Harefield , Lympstone EX8 5AU | - not rated | 2,151 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education 1 Douglas Avenue , EX8 2AU | 2out of 4 | 2,303 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Halsdon Farm | Mudbank Lane, Exmouth | 704 yd | |
| Cafe@ Car Wash | Best Hand Car Wash, Pound Lane | 761 yd | |
| Willows cafe | 114A Withycombe Village Road, Exmouth | 857 yd | |
| Bumble And Tee | Cafe, Phear Park | 997 yd | |
| Level 1 Games | 123 Exeter Road, Exmouth | 1,006 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Withycombe Rugby Club | Withycombe Rugby Football Club, Raleigh Park | 521 yd | |
| LED | Exmouth Tennis & Fitness Centre, Withycombe Village Road | 802 yd | |
| Holly Tree | 161 Withycombe Village Road, Exmouth | 847 yd | |
| Exmouth Town Football Club | King George V Ground, Southern Road | 909 yd | |
| Country House Inn | 174 - 176 Withycombe Village Road, Exmouth | 944 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Withycombe Fish Bar | 112 Withycombe Village Road, Exmouth | 847 yd | |
| Ocean Garden Takeaway | 122 Withycombe Village Road, Exmouth | 849 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-operative | 190B Exeter Road, Exmouth | 157 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Warren View Sports Ground WARREN VIEW PLAYING FIELD WARREN VIEW PLAYING FIELD HALSDON AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 595 yd |
| Exmouth Tennis & Fitness Centre WITHYCOMBE VILLAGE ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 758 yd |
| Exmouth Community College GIPSY LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 809 yd |
| Withycombe Raleigh C Of E Primary School WITHYCOMBE VILLAGE ROAD | grass pitches | 886 yd |
| Exmouth Town Afc KING GEORGE V GROUND KING GEORGE V GROUND SOUTHERN ROAD | grass pitches | 939 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 | 34.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 27.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 39.99 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 39.99 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.94 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.