EX22 6AY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Chapel Street, 0.2km from West Croft in Holsworthy. Administratively it sits within Holsworthy ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 49% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £106k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 64.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for EX22 6AY are sourced from Output Area E00180266 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHAPEL STREET, EX22 6AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHAPEL STREET, EX22 6AY.
259
40
£ 38,700 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: EX22 6AY falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. EX22 6AY spans multiple life stages — average age 40, moderate ownership and renting. £106k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 64.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX22 6AY. The average age is 40.1. 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
Flat
£ 95,000
5 sales · Mean £ 112,200
Terraced
£ 193,000
7 sales · Mean £ 174,430
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
EX22 6AY has low crime rates — 30 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Holsworthy Community College
Holsworthy Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Ford0.2 km
- Holsworthy Theatre0.2 km
- Natures Way0.2 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.4 km
- BP Holsworthy SF Connect0.7 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Golden Fleece0.1 km
- Magpie Royal British Legion0.6 km
- Old Market Inn0.0 km
- Rydon Inn1.0 km
- Holsworthy AFC Canteen0.6 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Cousins Corner Cafe0.1 km
- Moon Hare0.1 km
- Filter Through0.2 km
- Indian Ocean0.1 km
- Posh Totties Tea Room & Cafe0.2 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-operative (Food)0.1 km
- Waitrose Limited0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- China Kitchen0.1 km
- Crisp And Dry0.2 km
- Food On The Go0.2 km
- Country Dairy And Kitchen0.1 km
- K J's0.2 km
train Transport Links
Bus Stops
- Bodmin Street Church opp0.1 km
- Bodmin Street Church0.1 km
- Old Cattle Market Entrance0.1 km
- Old Cattle Market Entrance0.1 km
- Waitrose0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: EX226AY · Data under Open Government Licence