EX17 1AB is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.7km from Long Barn in Mid Devon. Administratively it sits within Sandford and Creedy ward and the Central Devon constituency.
For families considering a move, EX17 1AB represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 48) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for EX17 1AB are sourced from Output Area E00101623 (shared with 33 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EX17 1AB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EX17 1AB.
339
48
£ 47,800 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: EX17 1AB 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.
Area Character
EX17 1AB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 48, 80% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX17 1AB. The average age is 48.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
EX17 1AB has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Hayward's Primary School
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Crediton1.9 km
- Newton St Cyres4.1 km
- Yeoford6.8 km
Bus Stops
- Creedy Bridge0.0 km
- Creedy Bridge0.0 km
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Postcode Profile: EX171AB · Data under Open Government Licence