How much do houses cost in EX17 1AJ?

The average property price in EX17 1AJ is currently around £338k.

What is the population of EX17 1AJ?

The population for the EX17 1AJ area is approximately 300 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Mid Devon, South West

WYKE CROSS COTTAGES, EX17 1AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WYKE CROSS COTTAGES, EX17 1AJ.

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

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Population

300

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 47,800 /yr

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Employed

56%

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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10

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8/10

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1/10

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9/10

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2/10

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7/10

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2/10

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7/10

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1/10

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Area Character

EX17 1AJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 74% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £338k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 5.3% year-on-year.

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

EX17 1AJ is a mixed residential area on Wyke Cross Cottages, 1.0km from Sweetham in Mid Devon. Administratively it sits within Newbrooke ward and the Central Devon constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in EX17, EX17 1AJ offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 74% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Property: Average house prices are around £338k, up 5.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for EX17 1AJ are sourced from Output Area E00101613 (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 1AJ. The average age is 46.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.3%

Asian / British Asian0.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.3%

Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

56%Active

FT: 34%

Unemployed: 0%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 338,750

2 sales · Mean £ 338,750

school Local Schools

Newton St Cyres Primary School

Good117 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Beer Engine0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Newton St Cyres1.0 km
Crediton3.3 km
Exeter St Davids7.3 km