Postcode Analysis East Devon, South West

COLYFORD ROAD, EX12 2DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COLYFORD ROAD, EX12 2DP.

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Population

273

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Avg Age

51

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Avg Income

£ 39,300 /yr

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Employed

37%

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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8/10
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4/10
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4/10
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3/10
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4/10
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4/10
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1/10
homeHome Ownership
3/10
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9/10
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Area Character

With 43% social renting, EX12 2DP is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending up 6.6% year-on-year.

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

EX12 2DP is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Colyford Road, 0.4km from Eyewell Green in Seaton (East Devon). Administratively it sits within Seaton ward and the Tiverton and Honiton constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, EX12 2DP is a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 51 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 43% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 24% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £340k, up 6.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for EX12 2DP are sourced from Output Area E00100964 (shared with 7 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 EX12 2DP. The average age is 51.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.1%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed2.6%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 340,000

9 sales · Mean £ 326,555

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

EX12 2DP has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences34
Anti-social behaviour6
Other theft6
Criminal damage and arson5
Public order4

school Local Schools

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Seaton Primary School

Outstanding382 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

23 nearby
  • Premier Inn Seaton - (Thyme At)0.8 km
  • The Shed Steakhouse & Grill0.8 km
  • Chris's Cafe0.9 km
  • Daisys0.8 km
  • Finishing Touches0.8 km
  • + 18 more
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Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Spot On Kiosk0.8 km
  • Feast Lyme Bay0.8 km
  • Kebabshish LTD0.8 km
  • Kebabshish LTD0.8 km
  • Natural Worx CIC0.7 km
  • + 3 more
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Retailers - Other

20 nearby
  • Bees Knees Bazaar0.6 km
  • Camp Shop0.0 km
  • Central Convenience Stores0.5 km
  • Just Fish0.8 km
  • Love Chocolate0.9 km
  • + 15 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

8 nearby
  • Beaumont0.9 km
  • Fring House Bed And Breakfast0.8 km
  • Holmleigh Bed And Breakfast House0.7 km
  • Pebbles Bed And Breakfast0.8 km
  • The Malt House0.7 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Spar0.4 km
  • Tesco0.6 km
  • The Co-operative Food0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Axe Yacht Club0.9 km
  • Kings Arms0.3 km
  • The Old Picture House0.8 km
  • The Vault Bar0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Axminster8.8 km
  • Honiton12.7 km
  • Feniton17.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Axe Vale Caravan Park0.1 km
  • Axe Vale Caravan Park0.1 km
  • Hospital0.2 km
  • Hospital0.3 km
  • Elizabeth Road0.3 km