We have collated a series of socio-economic statistics for Appledore in Torridge from UK government sources such as the 2021 Census and the Index of Multiple Deprivation. They should give you a broad snapshot of the area and the surrounding locations. Are the residents of Appledore older than the national average or younger? What is the population of Appledore and Torridge? Is Appledore an unemployment hotspot? This page should provide you with the answers.
Appledore Unemployment Statistics
Since the introduction of Universal Credit, The Department for Work & Pensions have not issued any statistics (in our view) that can be used to ascertain the levels of unemployment or under employment in the UK, just meaningless geographic counts. However, the Office of National Statistics does publish claimant counts of people receiving out of work benefits, be that legacy Jobseeker’s Allowance or Universal Credit as a proportion of people over 16. These figures are usually updated once a month and are for Local Authority Districts and Unitary Authority Districts. So below are the figures of Torridge.| Area | Unemployed | Yearly Change |
|---|---|---|
| Torridge | 2.3% | -0.4% |
| South West | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| England | 3.8% | -0.3% |
| UK | 3.7% | -0.3% |
Source: Office for National Statistics (ONS), Last Retrieved: March 2023
| Economic Status | Proportion |
|---|---|
| In Employment | 46.46% |
| In Part-Time Work | 37.12% |
| Unemployed | 5.64% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Appledore Health Statistics
Appledore has a significantly lower proportion of residents (>5%) describing their health as very good than the national average for England.| Area | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appledore | 39.95% | 36.82% | 15.69% | 5.98% | 1.55% |
| Torridge | 43.83% | 34.81% | 15.35% | 4.72% | 1.29% |
| South West | 47.6% | 34.21% | 13.12% | 3.95% | 1.12% |
| England | 48.49% | 33.71% | 12.65% | 3.98% | 1.17% |
VG = Very Good, G = Good, F = Fair, B = Bad & VB = Very Bad
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
How has the health of residents in Torridge changed since 2011?
Torridge residents who describe their health as either good or very good has increased by 0.27% between the 2011 and 2021 census.| Year | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 43.53% | 34.84% | 15.42% | 4.9% | 1.31% |
| 2021 | 43.83% | 34.81% | 15.35% | 4.72% | 1.29% |
VG = Very Good, G = Good, F = Fair, B = Bad & VB = Very Bad
Source: Census 2011/2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What are the occupations of the residents of Appledore?
The largest employment sector in Appledore is Skilled Trades. The smallest employment sector is Process Plant & Machine Operatives.| Sector | Proportion |
|---|---|
| Skilled Trades | 16.77% |
| Professional Occupations | 14.97% |
| Caring, leisure & Other Services | 12.04% |
| Managers, Directors & Senior Officials | 11.98% |
| Associate Professional & Technical | 10.51% |
| Elementary Occupations | 10.25% |
| Administrative & Secretarial | 7.98% |
| Process Plant & Machine Operatives | 7.12% |
Appledore & Torridge Immigration Statistics
We have analysed the Census 2021 raw data on country of birth and compiled immigration statistics as percentages of the population. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. Below are the figures for Appledore in the Torridge local area district.
Appledore has a lower rate of immigrants than Torridge, the South West region and England as a whole.| Area | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|
| Appledore | 96.74% | 3.26% |
| Torridge | 95.99% | 4.01% |
| South West | 89.8% | 10.2% |
| England | 82.65% | 17.35% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Appledore compared to other wards in Torridge
| # | Ward | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hartland | 94.74% | 5.26% |
| 2 | Bideford North | 95% | 5% |
| 3 | Westward Ho! | 95.3% | 4.7% |
| 4 | Two Rivers & Three Moors | 95.78% | 4.22% |
| 5 | Bideford South | 95.84% | 4.16% |
| 6 | Great Torrington | 95.91% | 4.09% |
| 7 | Winkleigh | 95.94% | 4.06% |
| 8 | Bideford West | 96.09% | 3.91% |
| 9 | Northam | 96.23% | 3.77% |
| 10 | Holsworthy | 96.34% | 3.66% |
| 11 | Shebbear & Langtree | 96.42% | 3.58% |
| 12 | Monkleigh & Putford | 96.45% | 3.55% |
| 13 | Bideford East | 96.55% | 3.45% |
| 14 | Broadheath | 96.67% | 3.33% |
| 15 | Appledore | 96.74% | 3.26% |
| 16 | Milton & Tamarside | 96.83% | 3.17% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Appledore Education Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census to found of the level of education Appledore residents have in terms of formal qualifications as a percentage. The UK government breaks qualifications down into 7 levels. A detailed explanation of these levels can be found here. However, the Census groups these into just 4 \'levels\'. Here are some examples of the qualifications each census level represents when not stated;
- Level 1 - GCSE grades D, E, F, or G & below
- Level 2 - GCSE A*, A, B, C or O Level grades A, B or C
- Level 3 - A or AS qualification at any grade
- Level 4 - HNC, Bachelors Degree, Masters Degree or Phd
| Level | Appledore | England |
|---|---|---|
| No Qualifications | 17.72% | 18.08% |
| Level 1 | 11.15% | 9.69% |
| Level 2 | 14.66% | 13.32% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.56% | 5.32% |
| Level 3 | 16.93% | 16.92% |
| Level 4 | 28.71% | 33.92% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
How many residents own or rent their home in Appledore and Torridge
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census and calculated what proportion of people in Appledore either own or rent their home. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. 69.56 of residents own their home either outright or mortgaged. 30.44 of Appledore residents rent their home either privately or through a social landlord.| Area | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|
| Appledore | 69.56% | 30.44% |
| Torridge | 69.56% | 30.44% |
| South West | 65.88% | 34.12% |
| England | 61.31% | 38.69% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Appledore has a higher level of home ownership than than the national average.
Appledore compared to other wards in Torridge
| # | Ward | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Two Rivers & Three Moors | 81.53% | 18.47% |
| 2 | Monkleigh & Putford | 80.05% | 19.95% |
| 3 | Milton & Tamarside | 79.93% | 20.07% |
| 4 | Shebbear & Langtree | 77.97% | 22.03% |
| 5 | Northam | 77.85% | 22.15% |
| 6 | Broadheath (Torridge) | 76.81% | 23.19% |
| 7 | Winkleigh | 70.62% | 29.38% |
| 8 | Westward Ho! | 70.25% | 29.75% |
| 9 | Appledore | 69.56% | 30.44% |
| 10 | Hartland | 68.84% | 31.16% |
| 11 | Bideford South | 65.94% | 34.06% |
| 12 | Great Torrington | 64.78% | 35.22% |
| 13 | Bideford West | 62.8% | 37.2% |
| 14 | Bideford North | 59.91% | 40.09% |
| 15 | Bideford East | 59.18% | 40.82% |
| 16 | Holsworthy | 54.33% | 45.67% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Appledore Age Distribution Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 Census and the calculated the proportion of age groups in Appledore.| Age Band | Proportion |
|---|---|
| 4 & under |  |
| 5 - 9 years | |
| 10 - 15 years | |
| 16 - 19 years | |
| 20 - 24 years | |
| 25 - 34 years | |
| 35 - 49 years | |
| 50 - 64 years | |
| 65 - 74 years | |
| 75 - 84 years | |
| 85 years & over | |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What is the population of Appledore and Torridge?
The table below contains the populations figures for each ward in Torridge including Appledore. These population ONS figures are estimated are dated Mid 2020.
| Ward | Population |
|---|---|
| Appledore | 3795 |
| Bideford East | 5865 |
| Bideford North | 5978 |
| Bideford South | 3885 |
| Bideford West | 2726 |
| Broadheath | 4013 |
| Great Torrington | 6053 |
| Hartland | 6125 |
| Holsworthy | 3312 |
| Milton & Tamarside | 4193 |
| Monkleigh & Putford | 3927 |
| Northam | 5049 |
| Shebbear & Langtree | 3917 |
| Two Rivers & Three Moors | 3956 |
| Westward Ho! | 3716 |
| Winkleigh | 2209 |
| Torridge Total | 68719 |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Last updated: 20/02/2024, Additional Sources: Office for National Statistics & Department for Work & Pensions.
