Modyford Walk is in Buckland Monachorum, Yelverton and in West Devon district. PL20 7NQ is located in the Buckland Monachorum electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torridge and West Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Modyford Walk, Buckland Monachorum, Yelverton, PL20 7NQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL20 7EQ, PL20 7LU, PL20 7NG, PL20 7LY, PL20 7LZ, PL20 7NA, PL20 7ND, PL20 7NB, PL20 7NE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL20 7NQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 50.3% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 49.3% | 49.7% | 0.4% | 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 | 27.4% | 31% | 3.6% | 37.9% | -6.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54% | 40.5% | -13.5% | 44.2% | -3.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 3.2% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 16.7% | 8.6% | 9.1% | 7.6% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 7.1% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (65.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 35.8% | 37.4% | 1.6% | 48.4% | -11.0% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 28.4% | -5.4% | 33.6% | -5.2% |
| Fair health | 18.2% | 24.5% | 6.3% | 12.7% | 11.8% |
| Bad health | 8.8% | 7.1% | -1.7% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 2.6% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.5% | 15.5% | -16.0% | 18.2% | -2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 11.6% | -0.5% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 17.1% | 2.6% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 12.4% | 6.8% | 5.3% | 7.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 20.2% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.2% | 19.4% | -0.8% | 33.8% | -14.4% |
| Other | 3.2% | 3.9% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.3% | 99.4% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
In this area, 98.1% 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 | 98% | 98.1% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 98.1% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -9.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.2% | 76.7% | -11.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 34.2% | 13.5% | 20.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.4% | 37.2% | 12.2% |
| Christian | 44.2% | 46.2% | -2.0% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Modyford Walk was 12.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.6% lower than the Bere Ferrers average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Modyford Walk has the 8th lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Bere Ferrers and the 24th lowest crime rate of 177 local areas in West Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -82.1%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69 Modyford Walk, Yelverton, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2025-02-14 | £220,222 |
| 67 Modyford Walk, Yelverton, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £227,500 | 2024-08-23 | £238,551 |
| 57 Modyford Walk, Yelverton, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £217,000 | 2023-07-19 | £225,163 |
| 83 Modyford Walk, Yelverton, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2022-11-29 | £235,000 |
| 67 Modyford Walk, Yelverton, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-03-04 | £173,072 |
PL20 7NQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 31 |
| Full-Time Employee | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's Church of England Primary School Buckland Monachorum , PL20 7NA | 3out of 4 | 192 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horrabridge Primary & Nursery School Walkhampton Road , Horrabridge PL20 7SZ | 4out of 4 | 3,441 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bere Alston Primary Academy Station Road , Bere Alston PL20 7AU | - not rated | 5,044 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitchurch Community Primary School School Road , Whitchurch PL19 9SR | 3out of 4 | 5,057 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lady Modiford's Church of England Primary School Walkhampton , PL20 6JR | 3out of 4 | 5,137 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Andrews Church Of England Primary School THE VILLAGE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 176 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 67 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.