Postcode Analysis North Devon, South West

NEW STREET, EX18 7DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEW STREET, EX18 7DB.

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Population

467

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 40,900 /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: EX18 7DB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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

Families dominate this postcode. With 69% owner-occupation and average age 43, EX18 7DB has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £157k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending down 48.0% year-on-year.

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

EX18 7DB is a safe, established residential area on New Street, 0.0km from Chulmleigh in Chulmleigh. Administratively it sits within Chulmleigh ward and the North Devon constituency.

For families considering a move, EX18 7DB represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An average age of 43 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £157k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 48.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for EX18 7DB are sourced from Output Area E00101780 (shared with 14 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 EX18 7DB. The average age is 42.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 185,000

6 sales · Mean £ 186,666

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

EX18 7DB has low crime rates — 30 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 offences16
Public order6
Anti-social behaviour5
Other theft4
Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

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Chulmleigh Primary School

Requires Improvement190 pupils0.4 km
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Chulmleigh Community College

Good726 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Old Court House0.2 km
  • The Red Lion Hotel0.2 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • The Old Bakehouse0.2 km
  • Golf House0.2 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Chulmleigh Post Office & Newsagents0.1 km
  • The Chulmleigh Bakery0.2 km
  • The Old Dairy0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Eggesford2.8 km
  • Kings Nympton3.6 km
  • Lapford7.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Red Lion0.0 km
  • Red Lion0.0 km
  • Library0.3 km
  • Library0.3 km
  • New Health Centre0.5 km