EX22 6BW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Croft Road, 0.1km from Holsworthy in Holsworthy. Administratively it sits within Holsworthy ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.
For families considering a move, EX22 6BW represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 55% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £191k, down 20.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for EX22 6BW are sourced from Output Area E00102801 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CROFT ROAD, EX22 6BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CROFT ROAD, EX22 6BW.
372
46
£ 38,700 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: EX22 6BW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
EX22 6BW is an established family neighbourhood — 55% owner-occupation and an average age of 46 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 20.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX22 6BW. The average age is 46.2. 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: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 155,000
5 sales · Mean £ 163,190
Semi-Detached
£ 225,000
3 sales · Mean £ 225,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
EX22 6BW has low crime rates — 26 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- Ford0.1 km
- Holsworthy Theatre0.1 km
- Natures Way0.2 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.3 km
- BP Holsworthy SF Connect0.5 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Golden Fleece0.1 km
- Magpie Royal British Legion0.5 km
- Old Market Inn0.2 km
- Rydon Inn0.8 km
- Holsworthy AFC Canteen0.5 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Cousins Corner Cafe0.1 km
- Moon Hare0.1 km
- Rydon Clubhouse1.0 km
- Filter Through0.2 km
- Indian Ocean0.2 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-operative (Food)0.1 km
- Waitrose Limited0.3 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's0.1 km
train Transport Links
Bus Stops
- Croft Road0.1 km
- Bodmin Street Church0.1 km
- Bodmin Street Church opp0.1 km
- HATS Theatre opp0.1 km
- HATS Theatre0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: EX226BW · Data under Open Government Licence