How much do houses cost in EX21 5DR?

The average property price in EX21 5DR is currently around £387k.

What is the population of EX21 5DR?

The population for the EX21 5DR area is approximately 356 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Torridge, South West

HOLLY CLOSE, EX21 5DR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLLY CLOSE, EX21 5DR.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · updated monthly (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

356

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 41,800 /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: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10

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8/10

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1/10

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8/10

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4/10

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5/10

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1/10

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8/10

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6/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates EX21 5DR — age 48, 83% ownership, 17% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 17.8% year-on-year.

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

EX21 5DR is a mixed residential area on Holly Close, 0.8km from Muckworthy in Torridge. Administratively it sits within Broadheath ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in EX21, EX21 5DR offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 83% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Property: Average house prices are around £387k, up 17.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for EX21 5DR are sourced from Output Area E00102781 (shared with 26 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 5DR. The average age is 47.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.1%

Asian / British Asian0.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

47%Active

FT: 32%

Unemployed: 1%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 387,500

12 sales · Mean £ 396,833

train Transport Links

Bus Stops

Morecombe Cross0.2 km
Morecombe Cross0.2 km