Area Analysis Mid Devon, South West

EX17 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the EX17 postcode area.

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Population

20,594

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 41,000 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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8/10
family_restroomFamily
7/10
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1/10
workEmployment
7/10
diversity_3Diversity
5/10
paymentsAffluence
5/10
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5/10
homeHome Ownership
7/10
trending_upInvestment
2/10
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Area Character

EX17 is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 47 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending down 14.1% year-on-year.

home £291,234 median price
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

EX17 is a postcode district in Mid Devon, South West, covering 985 active and 162 retired postcodes.

The largest share of EX17 (25%) is characterised by a working countryside area — farms, fields and close-knit local communities, alongside a peaceful rural village — low traffic, high green space, tight community (15%). This mix of 6 distinct neighbourhood types makes EX17 one of the more varied districts in the region.

Property: Average house prices in EX17 are around £291k, down 14.1% year-on-year. Safety: Crime across EX17 is moderate at 99 per 1,000 residents, broadly in line with similar urban districts. Figures vary considerably by individual street. The district has a mature, established population with an average age of 47 — predominantly owner-occupied, quiet, and low-turnover.

Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full EX17 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.

mapGeographic Location

Demographic Deep-Dive

Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.8%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.2%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 1%

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.

Violence and sexual offences931
Anti-social behaviour261
Criminal damage and arson197
Other theft162
Public order123

school Local Schools

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Bow Community Primary School

Good122 pupils
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Cheriton Fitzpaine Primary School

Good107 pupils
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Copplestone Primary School

Good138 pupils
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Hayward's Primary School

Good395 pupils
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Sandford School

Good136 pupils
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Landscore Primary School

Good269 pupils
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Spreyton School

Good29 pupils
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Queen Elizabeth's

Good1263 pupils

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

8 nearby
  • Ashridge Farm
  • Warrens Farm
  • Combe Lancey Farmhouse B&B
  • Lowerfield House B&B
  • North Hollacombe Farm
  • + 3 more
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Pub, NightClub

24 nearby
  • Sandford Cricket Club
  • The Old Malt Scoop Inn
  • Thelbridge Cross Inn
  • Tom Cobley Tavern
  • The New Inn
  • + 19 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

28 nearby
  • Hayne Barn
  • Lapford Village Market
  • Age Concern Crediton
  • @100
  • Ashtons Coffee Lounge
  • + 23 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited
  • Tesco
  • Tesco
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Gastronomical to Go
  • Golden Bridge House
  • Happy Garden
  • Hotstuff
  • Pinar Takeaway
  • + 2 more
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Retailers - Other

30 nearby
  • Bestway Retail
  • Central Stores
  • Cheriton Fitzpaine Community Shop Ltd.
  • Church Street Stores
  • Grape & Grain
  • + 25 more