How much do houses cost in EX21 5AE?

The average property price in EX21 5AE is currently around £265k.

What is the population of EX21 5AE?

The population for the EX21 5AE area is approximately 327 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Torridge, South West

EX21 5AE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EX21 5AE.

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Population

327

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 41,800 /yr

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Employed

33%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: EX21 5AE represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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10/10

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6/10

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1/10

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4/10

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5/10

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4/10

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1/10

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9/10

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2/10

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Area Character

Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 84% owner-occupation and an average age of 60, EX21 5AE is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.

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

EX21 5AE is a mixed residential area located 1.1km from Henderbarrow Corner in Torridge. Administratively it sits within Broadheath ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Average age 60 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Property: Average house prices are around £265k.

Census 2021 statistics for EX21 5AE are sourced from Output Area E00102784 (shared with 18 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 EX21 5AE. The average age is 60.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.7%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

33%Active

FT: 22%

Unemployed: 1%

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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

Detached

£ 265,000

1 sales · Mean £ 265,000

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Okehampton15.9 km
Sampford Courtenay19.4 km