Mount Pleasant Avenue is in Exmouth and in East Devon district. EX8 4QH 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 Mount Pleasant Avenue, Exmouth, EX8 4QH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX8 4QG, EX8 4QS, EX8 4QL, EX8 4QW, EX8 4QJ, EX8 4QD, EX8 4QN, EX8 4QF, EX8 4QQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX8 4QH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.2% | 51.8% | -2.4% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 45.8% | 48.2% | 2.4% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of EX8 4QH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.2% 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 | 12.2% | 15.2% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -22.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.4% | 59.2% | -4.2% | 44.2% | 15.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 8% | 9.5% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 16.4% | 11.4% | -5.0% | 6.1% | 5.3% |
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 | 22.7% | 31.7% | 9.0% | 48.4% | -16.7% |
| Good health | 39.6% | 46.6% | 7.0% | 33.6% | 13.0% |
| Fair health | 27.6% | 15.4% | -12.2% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 4.1% | -2.6% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 3.6% | 2.3% | -1.3% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 | 37.1% | 18.7% | -18.4% | 18.2% | 0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 9.1% | -4.5% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.8% | 12.4% | 1.6% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 10.5% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.2% | 16.3% | 11.1% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.6% | 29.2% | 7.6% | 33.8% | -4.6% |
| Other | 5.2% | 3.8% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 99.1% | 98.2% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
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 | 95.1% | 94.5% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 94.5% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.8% | 76.7% | 5.1% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 15% | 13.5% | 1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.1% | 37.2% | -8.1% |
| Christian | 59.1% | 46.2% | 12.9% |
| Buddhist | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 9.1% | 6.0% | 3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mount Pleasant Avenue was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Exmouth Halsdon average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -16.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38 Mount Pleasant Avenue, Exmouth, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2024-09-17 | £476,138 |
| 32 Mount Pleasant Avenue, Exmouth, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2024-08-14 | £412,091 |
| 27 Mount Pleasant Avenue, Exmouth, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £322,500 | 2020-11-02 | £390,571 |
| 31 Mount Pleasant Avenue, Exmouth, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2020-06-01 | £341,978 |
| 40 Mount Pleasant Avenue, Exmouth, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £277,000 | 2019-01-24 | £331,624 |
EX8 4QH 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in EX8 4QH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 56% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 121 |
| Full-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Education | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brixington Primary Academy Brixington Lane , EX8 4JQ | 2out of 4 | 1,026 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Withycombe Raleigh Church of England Primary School Withycombe Village Road , EX8 3BA | 3out of 4 | 1,427 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marpool Primary School Moorfield Road , EX8 3QW | 3out of 4 | 1,743 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bassetts Farm Primary School St John's Road , EX8 4GB | 3out of 4 | 1,840 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lympstone Church of England Primary School School Hill , Lympstone EX8 5JY | 2out of 4 | 1,883 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 1,639 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 | 1,434 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education 1 Douglas Avenue , EX8 2AU | 2out of 4 | 3,066 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe@ Car Wash | Best Hand Car Wash, Pound Lane | 1,081 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmhouse Inn | Churchill Road, Exmouth | 1,086 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Krispies | 41 Pines Road, Exmouth | 903 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-operative | 190B Exeter Road, Exmouth | 976 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Churchill Road, Exmouth | 1,086 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brixington Primary Academy BRIXINGTON LANE | grass pitches | 919 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 | 52.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 102.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 450 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 450 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 30.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 150 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.