EX22 6BL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Underlane, 0.2km from West Croft in Holsworthy. Administratively it sits within Holsworthy ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.
For renters and young professionals, EX22 6BL offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An average age of 40 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 49% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £250k.
Census 2021 statistics for EX22 6BL are sourced from Output Area E00180266 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
UNDERLANE, EX22 6BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for UNDERLANE, EX22 6BL.
259
40
£ 38,700 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: EX22 6BL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates EX22 6BL — age 40, 42% ownership, 49% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX22 6BL. 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
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 395,000
2 sales · Mean £ 395,000
Flat
£ 80,000
1 sales · Mean £ 80,000
Semi-Detached
£ 133,000
1 sales · Mean £ 133,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
EX22 6BL has low crime rates — 28 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- Ford0.4 km
- Holsworthy Theatre0.2 km
- Natures Way0.3 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.6 km
- BP Holsworthy SF Connect0.8 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Golden Fleece0.2 km
- Magpie Royal British Legion0.8 km
- Old Market Inn0.2 km
- Rydon Inn1.0 km
- Holsworthy AFC Canteen0.8 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Cousins Corner Cafe0.3 km
- Moon Hare0.2 km
- Filter Through0.3 km
- Indian Ocean0.3 km
- Posh Totties Tea Room & Cafe0.3 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-operative (Food)0.3 km
- Waitrose Limited0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- China Kitchen0.2 km
- Crisp And Dry0.3 km
- Food On The Go0.4 km
- Country Dairy And Kitchen0.2 km
- K J's0.3 km
train Transport Links
Bus Stops
- Old Cattle Market Entrance0.0 km
- Old Cattle Market Entrance0.0 km
- Waitrose0.1 km
- HATS Theatre0.2 km
- Coles Mill Close0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: EX226BL · Data under Open Government Licence