Is EX16 8DJ a safe place to live?

Yes, EX16 8DJ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 3 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of EX16 8DJ?

The population for the EX16 8DJ area is approximately 310 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Mid Devon, South West

EX16 8DJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EX16 8DJ.

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Population

310

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 46,000 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: EX16 8DJ 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10

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8/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. EX16 8DJ spans multiple life stages — average age 48, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

EX16 8DJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood within the EX16 district of Mid Devon. Administratively it sits within Clare and Shuttern ward and the Tiverton and Honiton constituency.

For families considering a move, EX16 8DJ represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 48 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for EX16 8DJ are sourced from Output Area E00101507 (shared with 24 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 EX16 8DJ. The average age is 48.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.5%

Asian / British Asian1.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed2.3%

Economic Activity

53%Active

FT: 35%

Unemployed: 0%

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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.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)

EX16 8DJ has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Tiverton Parkway16.3 km
Morchard Road18.0 km
Crediton18.1 km