EX23 0AL is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Ashton Walk, 0.2km from Widemouth in Widemouth Bay. Administratively it sits within Poundstock ward and the North Cornwall constituency.
For families considering a move, EX23 0AL represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 51 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for EX23 0AL are sourced from Output Area E00095707 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ASHTON WALK, EX23 0AL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHTON WALK, EX23 0AL.
329
51
£ 41,400 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates EX23 0AL — age 51, 84% ownership, 14% 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 EX23 0AL. The average age is 50.5. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
EX23 0AL has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Beach House Wet Fish Shop0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Black Rock Cafe0.7 km
- Gerrys Beach Hut0.6 km
- The Bay View Inn0.4 km
- The Break Bar0.6 km
- Widemouth Bay Cafe0.6 km
train Transport Links
Bus Stops
- Toilets0.3 km
- Toilets0.3 km
- Beach House Hotel0.3 km
- Beach House Hotel0.3 km
- Junction Leverlake Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: EX230AL · Data under Open Government Licence