Pound Lane is in Exmouth and in East Devon district. EX8 4NP 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 Pound Lane, Exmouth, EX8 4NP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX8 4QA, EX8 4NW, EX8 3LH, EX8 4HZ, EX8 4NJ, EX8 4NR, EX8 4JA, EX8 3AJ, EX8 3BB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX8 4NP 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 | 51.1% | 50.9% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 48.9% | 49.1% | 0.2% | 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 | 30.1% | 33.7% | 3.6% | 37.9% | -4.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.7% | 44.9% | 0.2% | 44.2% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 13.5% | 11.2% | -2.3% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 8% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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% | 40.6% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -7.8% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 39.4% | 3.9% | 33.6% | 5.8% |
| Fair health | 17.3% | 13.4% | -3.9% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 6% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 28.2% | 20.3% | -7.9% | 18.2% | 2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 9.1% | -1.1% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 10.5% | -8.3% | 13.4% | -2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 11.2% | 8.9% | 5.3% | 5.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 14.5% | 3.2% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.2% | 30.1% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -3.7% |
| Other | 4.1% | 4.3% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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 | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.5% | 98.8% | 2.3% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 93.4% 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 | 92% | 93.4% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 4.2% | 3% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 0.9% | -2.3% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.1% | 92.6% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| 10+ Years | 3.2% | 5% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0.3% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.5% | 76.7% | -2.2% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.8% | 13.5% | 9.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.3% | 37.2% | 14.1% |
| Christian | 41.8% | 46.2% | -4.4% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pound Lane was 54.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.2% higher than the Exmouth Brixington average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Pound Lane has the 11th highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Exmouth Brixington and the 146th highest crime rate of 480 local areas in East Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Barn Pound Lane, Exmouth, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2025-02-27 | £292,703 |
| Travershes House Pound Lane, Exmouth, Devon Other, an established residential building | £905,000 | 2023-08-31 | £879,015 |
| 159 Pound Lane, Exmouth, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2023-03-22 | £213,250 |
| 157 Pound Lane, Exmouth, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2023-02-10 | £234,841 |
| White Lodge Pound Lane, Exmouth, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2020-11-10 | £410,870 |
EX8 4NP area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
EX8 4NP 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Retired | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 313 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marpool Primary School Moorfield Road , EX8 3QW | 3out of 4 | 642 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brixington Primary Academy Brixington Lane , EX8 4JQ | 2out of 4 | 833 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bassetts Farm Primary School St John's Road , EX8 4GB | 3out of 4 | 1,146 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Exmouth Regents Gate , EX8 1TA | 3out of 4 | 1,491 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 | 798 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 | 2,126 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Preparatory School Harefield , Lympstone EX8 5AU | - not rated | 2,544 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe@ Car Wash | Best Hand Car Wash, Pound Lane | 39 yd | |
| Willows cafe | 114A Withycombe Village Road, Exmouth | 411 yd | |
| Bumble And Tee | Cafe, Phear Park | 1,023 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country House Inn | 174 - 176 Withycombe Village Road, Exmouth | 309 yd | |
| Holly Tree | 161 Withycombe Village Road, Exmouth | 383 yd | |
| LED | Exmouth Tennis & Fitness Centre, Withycombe Village Road | 602 yd | |
| Withycombe Rugby Club | Withycombe Rugby Football Club, Raleigh Park | 644 yd | |
| Farmhouse Inn | Churchill Road, Exmouth | 851 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Garden Takeaway | 122 Withycombe Village Road, Exmouth | 379 yd | |
| Withycombe Fish Bar | 112 Withycombe Village Road, Exmouth | 383 yd | |
| Chadni Express | 4 Brixington Parade, Churchill Road | 834 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-Operative | 12 Brixington Parade, Churchill Road | 834 yd | |
| The Southern Co-operative | 190B Exeter Road, Exmouth | 848 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Churchill Road, Exmouth | 851 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Withycombe Raleigh C Of E Primary School WITHYCOMBE VILLAGE ROAD | grass pitches | 235 yd |
| Exmouth Tennis & Fitness Centre WITHYCOMBE VILLAGE ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 707 yd |
| Exmouth Community College GIPSY LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 802 yd |
| Brixington Primary Academy BRIXINGTON LANE | grass pitches | 846 yd |
| Bassetts Farm Primary School ST. JOHNS ROAD | grass pitches | 1,068 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 | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 54.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 25.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 54.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.76 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.76 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.