Is EX21 5LT a safe place to live?

Yes, EX21 5LT is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 5 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in EX21 5LT?

The average property price in EX21 5LT is currently around £562k.

What is the population of EX21 5LT?

The population for the EX21 5LT area is approximately 383 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis West Devon, South West

EX21 5LT House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

383

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 43,400 /yr

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Employed

39%

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.

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10/10

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9/10

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1/10

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5/10

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6/10

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4/10

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1/10

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9/10

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9/10

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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, EX21 5LT combines high owner-occupation (83%), strong property values (£562k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

EX21 5LT is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.1km from Highampton in West Devon. Administratively it sits within Hatherleigh ward and the Central Devon constituency.

For serious buyers, EX21 5LT is a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 83% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £562k.

Census 2021 statistics for EX21 5LT are sourced from Output Area E00102955 (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 5LT. The average age is 48.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.2%

Asian / British Asian0.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

39%Active

FT: 26%

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

£ 562,500

2 sales · Mean £ 562,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

EX21 5LT has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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school Local Schools

Highampton Community Primary School

Outstanding27 pupils0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Okehampton15.1 km
Sampford Courtenay15.9 km

Bus Stops

Post Office0.1 km
Post Office0.1 km