Is EX17 1AD a safe place to live?

Yes, EX17 1AD is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 2 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of EX17 1AD?

The population for the EX17 1AD area is approximately 442 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Mid Devon, South West

EX17 1AD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EX17 1AD.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-08 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

442

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 47,800 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10

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8/10

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1/10

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5/10

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5/10

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6/10

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3/10

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6/10

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9/10

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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 71% owner-occupation and average age 42, EX17 1AD has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

EX17 1AD is a safe, established residential area located 1.2km from Long Barn in Mid Devon. Administratively it sits within Yeo ward and the Central Devon constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 71% 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 1AD are sourced from Output Area E00101687 (shared with 27 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 EX17 1AD. The average age is 42.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.5%

Asian / British Asian0.2%

Black / African / Caribbean0.9%

Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

47%Active

FT: 31%

Unemployed: 2%

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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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

EX17 1AD 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.

Criminal damage and arson1

Violence and sexual offences1

school Local Schools

Hayward's Primary School

Good395 pupils1.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Crediton1.7 km
Newton St Cyres3.6 km
Yeoford6.9 km