Postcode Analysis East Devon, South West

LYME ROAD, EX13 5BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LYME ROAD, EX13 5BL.

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Population

176

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Avg Age

54

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Avg Income

£ 40,700 /yr

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Employed

49%

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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9/10
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4/10
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3/10
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3/10
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4/10
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4/10
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5/10
homeHome Ownership
7/10
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2/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates EX13 5BL — age 54, 77% ownership, 13% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 6.4% year-on-year.

home £218,333 median price shield Safety 9/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

EX13 5BL is a sought-after residential area on Lyme Road, 0.6km from Sector in Axminster. Administratively it sits within Axminster ward and the Tiverton and Honiton constituency.

For families considering a move, EX13 5BL represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 54 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £218k, down 6.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for EX13 5BL are sourced from Output Area E00100646 (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 EX13 5BL. The average age is 54.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.8%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 4%
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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

Terraced

£ 190,000

6 sales · Mean £ 201,666

Semi-Detached

£ 195,000

2 sales · Mean £ 195,000

Detached

£ 282,500

1 sales · Mean £ 282,500

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

EX13 5BL has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour3
Vehicle crime2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Public order1

school Local Schools

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St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Axminster

Good136 pupils0.6 km
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Axminster Community Primary Academy

Good279 pupils0.7 km
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Axe Valley Academy

Requires Improvement581 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Complete Meats Ltd1.0 km
  • Ganesha Wholefoods1.0 km
  • Axminster Country Market1.0 km
  • Not Just Veg1.0 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Lamb Inn0.6 km
  • The Red Lion1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Cinnamons1.0 km
  • Golden House1.0 km
  • Pippins Community Centre0.7 km
  • The Cow And The Bean1.0 km
  • The West Country Higgler1.0 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Lemon Plaice1.0 km
  • Axe Valley Grill1.0 km
  • The Lucky House1.0 km
  • Zeus The Greek0.9 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-operative Food1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Axminster1.4 km
  • Honiton14.3 km
  • Crewkerne18.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Loup Court0.1 km
  • Loup House0.1 km
  • Lamb Inn0.5 km
  • Lamb Inn0.5 km