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EX31 (Barnstaple) in a nutshell

EX31 covers Barnstaple, in North Devon and Torridge. Give your full postcode when you ask for quotes, so the pro can confirm they cover your street.

Local tips for EX31

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Two councils in one district

EX31 is split between North Devon and Torridge. Some councils run their own landlord licensing, so check which one your home is in.

Where's this from?postcodes.io (ONSPD) local authority
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Give your full postcode

EX31 stretches across Barnstaple Central, Barnstaple with Pilton, Bickington and more, so give your full postcode, not just 'EX31', when you ask for quotes.

Where's this from?postcodes.io (ONSPD) wards
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Mostly mains gas round here

Most homes in Barnstaple run on mains gas, so a standard boiler-and-hob check is what most people need.

Where's this from?ONS Census 2021, Barnstaple: 76.1% mains gas only
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England landlord rules: quick version

  • Every year: a check by a Gas Safe registered engineer.
  • Within 28 days: give your tenants a copy (new tenants get it before they move in).
  • Keep it: hang on to records for at least 2 years.

Always double-check on GOV.UK.

Next door to EX31

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Frequently asked questions

Which areas does EX31 cover?

EX31 (Barnstaple) includes the wards of Barnstaple Central, Barnstaple with Pilton, Bickington, Bratton Fleming, Braunton East, Fremington, Heanton Punchardon, Instow, Lynton & Lynmouth, Marwood, North Molton, Roundswell, Two Rivers & Three Moors (ONS Postcode Directory via postcodes.io).

Which postcode districts are next to EX31?

Neighbouring districts include EX32 (Barnstaple), EX33 (Braunton), EX34 (Ilfracombe), EX37 (Umberleigh), EX38 (Torrington) (ONS Postcode Directory via Doogal). A pro covering EX31 may well cover these too, so it's worth asking.

How many homes are in EX31?

About 10,388 households and 25,086 residents at the 2011 Census, across 987 active postcodes (Doogal / ONS Postcode Directory).

Which council area is EX31 in?

EX31 sits in North Devon, Torridge (postcodes.io). Parliamentary constituency: North Devon, Torridge and Tavistock.

📊 The numbers behind this page
Postcode district
EX31 1
Areas covered
Barnstaple 2
Active postcodes
987 3
Households (2011 Census, via Doogal)
10,388 2
Population (2011 Census, via Doogal)
25,086 2
Electoral wards
Barnstaple Central, Barnstaple with Pilton, Bickington, Bratton Fleming, Braunton East, Fremington, Heanton Punchardon, Instow … 4
Parliamentary constituencies
North Devon, Torridge and Tavistock 4
Local authority
North Devon, Torridge 4
Households heated by mains gas only (Barnstaple built-up area)
76.1% 5
  1. ONS Postcode Directory
  2. Doogal
  3. Doogal / ONSPD
  4. postcodes.io
  5. ONS Census 2021

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