Postcode Analysis Mid Devon, South West

EXHIBITION ROAD, EX17 1BX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EXHIBITION ROAD, EX17 1BX.

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Population

306

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 43,200 /yr

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Employed

41%

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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7/10
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9/10
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2/10
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4/10
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3/10
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5/10
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6/10
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8/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, EX17 1BX combines high owner-occupation (82%), strong property values (£218k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £218k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 24.9% year-on-year.

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

EX17 1BX is a sought-after residential area on Exhibition Road, 0.7km from East Town in Crediton. Administratively it sits within Boniface ward and the Central Devon constituency.

For serious buyers, EX17 1BX is a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 82% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £218k, up 24.9% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for EX17 1BX are sourced from Output Area E00101459 (shared with 107 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 1BX. The average age is 46.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 175,000

3 sales · Mean £ 189,166

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

EX17 1BX has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences14
Public order8
Anti-social behaviour7
Criminal damage and arson2
Burglary2

school Local Schools

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Hayward's Primary School

Good395 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Planet Play0.6 km
  • Age Concern Crediton0.9 km
  • The Crown Of Crediton0.8 km
  • Union Road Moto-Velo1.0 km
  • Crediton Dairy Ltd - Staff Canteen0.8 km
  • + 1 more
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Crediton Rugby Football Club0.5 km
  • Crediton Bowling Club0.9 km
  • Plymouth Inn0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Crediton1.2 km
  • Newton St Cyres4.2 km
  • Yeoford6.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Bramble Lane0.0 km
  • Bramble Lane0.0 km
  • Willow Walk0.1 km
  • Old Tiverton Road0.2 km
  • Leisure Centre0.3 km