How much do houses cost in EX21 5AR?

The average property price in EX21 5AR is currently around £425k.

What is the population of EX21 5AR?

The population for the EX21 5AR area is approximately 305 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis West Devon, South West

EX21 5AR House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

305

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 43,400 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: EX21 5AR falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. 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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3/10

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9/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. EX21 5AR spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. £425k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

EX21 5AR is a mixed residential area located 0.3km from Patchacott in West Devon. Administratively it sits within Hatherleigh ward and the Central Devon constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in EX21, EX21 5AR offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Property: Prices average £425k.

Census 2021 statistics for EX21 5AR are sourced from Output Area E00102957 (shared with 16 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 5AR. The average age is 42.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.3%

Asian / British Asian0.7%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

46%Active

FT: 29%

Unemployed: 0%

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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 425,000

5 sales · Mean £ 457,990

Semi-Detached

£ 310,000

1 sales · Mean £ 310,000

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Okehampton13.1 km
Sampford Courtenay16.3 km

Bus Stops

Patchacott Village0.1 km
Patchacott Village0.1 km