EX13 5AZ is a mixed residential area on Lyme Road, 0.3km from Axminster in Axminster. Administratively it sits within Axminster ward and the Tiverton and Honiton constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in EX13, EX13 5AZ offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 56) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 74% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 61 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £395k.
Census 2021 statistics for EX13 5AZ are sourced from Output Area E00100639 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LYME ROAD, EX13 5AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LYME ROAD, EX13 5AZ.
393
56
£ 40,700 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: EX13 5AZ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 74% owner-occupation and an average age of 56, EX13 5AZ is established retirement territory. Moderate crime is broadly acceptable given the residential nature here (avg age: 56).
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX13 5AZ. The average age is 56.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Detached
£ 355,000
4 sales · Mean £ 477,500
Semi-Detached
£ 277,000
1 sales · Mean £ 277,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around EX13 5AZ is moderate at 61 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.
school Local Schools
Axminster Community Primary Academy
Axe Valley Academy
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Axminster
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Boots0.3 km
- Cabrito Goat Meat Limited0.4 km
- Complete Meats Ltd0.2 km
- Ganesha Wholefoods0.2 km
- The Art Of Cakery0.3 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Kerrington House0.7 km
- The George Hotel0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Ale Way0.7 km
- The Axminster Inn0.2 km
- The Castle Inn0.3 km
- The Lamb Inn0.2 km
- The Red Lion0.1 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Arts Cafe Bar0.3 km
- Cinnamons0.2 km
- Golden House0.1 km
- Pippins Community Centre0.1 km
- Railway Kitchen0.7 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco0.6 km
- The Co-operative Food0.5 km
- The Co-operative Food0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Le Pisani0.4 km
- Lemon Plaice0.1 km
- Axe Valley Grill0.2 km
- The Lucky House0.1 km
- Zeus The Greek0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Axminster0.8 km
- Honiton13.6 km
- Crewkerne18.3 km
Bus Stops
- Axe Valley College0.1 km
- Hospital0.2 km
- George Hotel0.2 km
- Hospital0.2 km
- George Hotel0.2 km
Generated by PostcodeInfo.uk
Postcode Profile: EX135AZ · Data under Open Government Licence