EX22 6BP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Chapel Street, 0.1km from West Croft in Holsworthy. Administratively it sits within Holsworthy ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.
For renters and young professionals, EX22 6BP 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 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £148k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for EX22 6BP are sourced from Output Area E00180266 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHAPEL STREET, EX22 6BP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHAPEL STREET, EX22 6BP.
259
40
£ 38,700 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: EX22 6BP 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 6BP — 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 6BP. 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
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 149,000
3 sales · Mean £ 136,166
Semi-Detached
£ 148,000
1 sales · Mean £ 148,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
EX22 6BP has low crime rates — 24 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 Theatre0.3 km
- Natures Way0.3 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.5 km
- BP Holsworthy SF Connect0.8 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Golden Fleece0.2 km
- Magpie Royal British Legion0.7 km
- Old Market Inn0.1 km
- Holsworthy AFC Canteen0.7 km
- Kings Arms0.3 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Cousins Corner Cafe0.2 km
- Moon Hare0.2 km
- Filter Through0.3 km
- Indian Ocean0.2 km
- Posh Totties Tea Room & Cafe0.3 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-operative (Food)0.2 km
- Waitrose Limited0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- China Kitchen0.2 km
- Crisp And Dry0.3 km
- Food On The Go0.3 km
- Country Dairy And Kitchen0.2 km
- K J's0.3 km
train Transport Links
Bus Stops
- Coles Mill Close0.1 km
- Old Cattle Market Entrance0.1 km
- Coles Mill Close0.1 km
- Old Cattle Market Entrance0.1 km
- Coles Mill Bridge0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: EX226BP · Data under Open Government Licence