EX23 0AP is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Atlantic Close, 0.2km from Widemouth in Widemouth Bay. Administratively it sits within Poundstock ward and the North Cornwall constituency.
For serious buyers, EX23 0AP is a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £382k, down 21.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for EX23 0AP are sourced from Output Area E00095707 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ATLANTIC CLOSE, EX23 0AP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ATLANTIC CLOSE, EX23 0AP.
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 0AP — age 51, 84% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £382k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 21.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX23 0AP. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 310,000
2 sales · Mean £ 310,000
Detached
£ 412,000
5 sales · Mean £ 407,800
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
EX23 0AP 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 Cafe0.5 km
- Gerrys Beach Hut0.6 km
- The Bay View Inn0.5 km
- The Break Bar0.6 km
- Widemouth Bay Cafe0.6 km
train Transport Links
Bus Stops
- Toilets0.1 km
- Toilets0.1 km
- Beach House Hotel0.3 km
- Beach House Hotel0.3 km
- Junction Leverlake Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: EX230AP · Data under Open Government Licence