Postcode Analysis East Devon, South West

ST MARTINS CLOSE, EX10 9JH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST MARTINS CLOSE, EX10 9JH.

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Population

317

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Avg Age

56

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Avg Income

£ 42,000 /yr

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Employed

34%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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7/10
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4/10
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3/10
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1/10
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4/10
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4/10
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6/10
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7/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 69% owner-occupation and an average age of 56, EX10 9JH is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.

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

EX10 9JH is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on St Martins Close, 0.5km from Lower Woolbrook in Sidmouth. Administratively it sits within Sidmouth Sidford ward and the East Devon constituency.

For families considering a move, EX10 9JH represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 56) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £235k, down 1.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for EX10 9JH are sourced from Output Area E00101001 (shared with 13 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 9JH. The average age is 55.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.6%
Asian / British Asian1.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.1%

Economic Activity

34%Active
FT: 19%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 235,000

6 sales · Mean £ 224,333

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

EX10 9JH has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences48
Criminal damage and arson11
Public order7
Other theft7
Anti-social behaviour6

school Local Schools

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Sidmouth College

Good0.4 km
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Sidmouth Church of England (VA) Primary School

Good535 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Sidmouth Town AFC0.1 km
  • The Balfour Arms0.4 km
  • The Volunteer Inn0.7 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Lidl UK Ltd0.2 km
  • Waitrose Ltd0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Boots0.2 km
  • Petrocell0.2 km
  • 1 To 1 Diet Consultant0.5 km
  • Gillets Spar0.6 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

5 nearby
  • Cheriton Guest House1.0 km
  • Coombe Bank Guest House0.4 km
  • Groveside Guest House1.0 km
  • Lynstead House1.0 km
  • Southcombe Guest House1.0 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Sidmouth Takeaway0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Feniton10.9 km
  • Whimple11.7 km
  • Honiton12.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Primley Road0.1 km
  • Primley Road0.2 km
  • Exeter Cross0.2 km
  • Exeter Cross0.2 km
  • Manstone Lane0.2 km