EX20 1DG is a safe, established residential area on Portugal Way, 0.9km from Okehampton in Okehampton. Administratively it sits within Okehampton North ward and the Central Devon constituency.
For families considering a move, EX20 1DG represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 35 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £307k.
Census 2021 statistics for EX20 1DG are sourced from Output Area E00165945 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PORTUGAL WAY, EX20 1DG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PORTUGAL WAY, EX20 1DG.
352
35
£ 40,800 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. EX20 1DG's 59% ownership and 35-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX20 1DG. The average age is 35.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 270,000
7 sales · Mean £ 266,571
Terraced
£ 265,000
1 sales · Mean £ 265,000
Semi-Detached
£ 198,500
1 sales · Mean £ 198,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
EX20 1DG has low crime rates — 34 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Promise School
Okehampton College
St James Church of England Primary and Nursery School
Okehampton Primary School and Foundation Unit
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Costcutter0.2 km
- Health Foods and Nutrition Okehampton0.9 km
- Oxfam0.8 km
- Morrisons Daily0.9 km
- Okehampton Post Office0.9 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Meadowlea Guest House0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- White Hart Hotel0.9 km
- Pretoria Vaults0.8 km
- The Fountain Inn0.8 km
- The Plume of Feathers0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- Day Services0.8 km
- Graylings Fish & chips, Okehampton0.9 km
- Okehampton Community Kitchen CIC0.7 km
- Rajpoot0.8 km
- The Allotment Club0.8 km
- + 8 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Dillan's Kebab House0.9 km
- Kempleys Catch0.8 km
- Pizza Plus0.7 km
- Wongs Fish Bar0.6 km
- Devon Delights Cafe0.8 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Okehampton0.8 km
- Sampford Courtenay5.8 km
- Lapford18.2 km
Bus Stops
- Limehayes Road0.2 km
- Limehayes Road0.2 km
- Costcutter0.3 km
- Costcutter0.3 km
- Leaholes Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: EX201DG · Data under Open Government Licence