Fore Street is in Otterton, Budleigh Salterton and in East Devon district. EX9 7HB is located in the Budleigh & 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 Fore Street, Otterton, Budleigh Salterton, EX9 7HB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX9 7JP, EX9 7JF, EX9 7JL, EX9 7JH, EX9 7JN, EX9 7EY, EX9 7JD, EX9 7JW, EX9 7HQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX9 7HB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.8% | 51.7% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 47.2% | 48.3% | 1.1% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 25.7% | 26.2% | 0.5% | 37.9% | -11.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.7% | 50.3% | 0.6% | 44.2% | 6.1% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 3% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 11.3% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 9.3% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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 | 45.1% | 48.7% | 3.6% | 48.4% | 0.3% |
| Good health | 38.3% | 34.9% | -3.4% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 13.2% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 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 | 17.4% | 14.2% | -3.2% | 18.2% | -4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 8.9% | -5.3% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 13.2% | -4.2% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 9.9% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 4.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 17.9% | 5.1% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.6% | 32.1% | 0.5% | 33.8% | -1.7% |
| Other | 1.7% | 3.6% | 1.9% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 100% | 98.9% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 97.6% | 94.4% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 4.5% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 94.4% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.7% | 76.7% | 1.0% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 17.7% | 13.5% | 4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.9% | 37.2% | -3.3% |
| Christian | 60.2% | 46.2% | 14.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fore Street was 37.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.3% higher than the Budleigh & Raleigh average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fore Street has the 14th highest crime rate of 42 local areas in Budleigh & Raleigh and the 211th highest crime rate of 480 local areas in East Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.8%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Fore Street, Budleigh Salterton, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2025-08-29 | £277,943 |
| 3 Stantyway Court Fore Street, Budleigh Salterton, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £785,000 | 2025-07-11 | £795,542 |
| 2 Stantyway Court Fore Street, Budleigh Salterton, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £670,000 | 2024-06-04 | £711,325 |
| 4 Fore Street, Budleigh Salterton, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £197,000 | 2023-12-20 | £207,169 |
| 26 Fore Street, Budleigh Salterton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £800,000 | 2023-11-03 | £811,869 |
EX9 7HB area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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.
EX9 7HB 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 EX9 7HB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 113 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Self-Employed | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 21 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Other | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Otterton Church of England Primary School Church Hill , Otterton EX9 7HU | - not rated | 259 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Drake's Church of England Primary School Middle Street , East Budleigh EX9 7DQ | - not rated | 1,850 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Primary School Moor Lane , EX9 6QF | 3out of 4 | 3,936 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newton Poppleford Primary School School Lane , Newton Poppleford EX10 0EL | 4out of 4 | 4,672 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Water School Bicton , EX9 7BJ | 3out of 4 | 1,914 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's School Broadway , Sidmouth EX10 8RG | - not rated | 4,882 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otterton Mill (Devon) Ltd | Otterton Mill, Church Hill | 298 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kings Arms | Fore Street, Otterton | 4 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stantyway Playing Field STANTYWAY FARM STANTYWAY FARM | grass pitches | 786 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 | 55.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 55.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 55.7% |
| 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 | 67.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.