Postcode Analysis East Devon, South West

LITTLE DOWN ORCHARD, EX10 0BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LITTLE DOWN ORCHARD, EX10 0BQ.

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Population

320

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 51,400 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: EX10 0BQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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8/10
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1/10
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7/10
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2/10
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8/10
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2/10
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8/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, EX10 0BQ combines high owner-occupation (82%), strong property values (£290k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £290k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

EX10 0BQ is a sought-after residential area on Little Down Orchard, 0.4km from Burrow in Newton Poppleford. Administratively it sits within Newton Poppleford & Harpford ward and the East Devon constituency.

For serious buyers, EX10 0BQ is a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 82% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £290k, down 1.4% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for EX10 0BQ are sourced from Output Area E00100911 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX10 0BQ. The average age is 50.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.4%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.6%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 284,975

8 sales · Mean £ 285,306

Detached

£ 300,000

3 sales · Mean £ 352,166

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

EX10 0BQ has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences6
Other crime3
Criminal damage and arson3
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order2

school Local Schools

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Newton Poppleford Primary School

Good185 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Cannon Inn0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Rickshaw Express0.8 km
  • Southern Cross Tea Rooms0.4 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Brandon Care Ltd0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Post Office Stores0.9 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Hillcrest Bed And Breakfast0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Whimple8.6 km
  • Cranbrook (Devon)10.0 km
  • Lympstone Commando10.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Robin Orchard0.1 km
  • Exmouth Turn0.1 km
  • Exmouth Turn0.1 km
  • Exmouth Turn0.1 km
  • Burrow Lane0.2 km