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.
EX17 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the EX17 postcode area.
20,594
47
£ 41,000 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
school Local Schools
Bow Community Primary School
Cheriton Fitzpaine Primary School
Copplestone Primary School
Hayward's Primary School
Sandford School
Landscore Primary School
Spreyton School
Queen Elizabeth's
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
Pub, NightClub
24 nearby- Sandford Cricket Club
- The Old Malt Scoop Inn
- Thelbridge Cross Inn
- Tom Cobley Tavern
- The New Inn
- + 19 more
Restaurant, Cafe
28 nearby- Hayne Barn
- Lapford Village Market
- Age Concern Crediton
- @100
- Ashtons Coffee Lounge
- + 23 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited
- Tesco
- Tesco
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Gastronomical to Go
- Golden Bridge House
- Happy Garden
- Hotstuff
- Pinar Takeaway
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
30 nearby- Bestway Retail
- Central Stores
- Cheriton Fitzpaine Community Shop Ltd.
- Church Street Stores
- Grape & Grain
- + 25 more
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