EX23 0DF is a safe, established residential area located 1.4km from Widemouth in Cornwall. Administratively it sits within Poundstock ward and the North Cornwall constituency.
For families considering a move, EX23 0DF 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 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for EX23 0DF are sourced from Output Area E00095706 (shared with 24 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EX23 0DF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EX23 0DF.
285
48
£ 41,400 /yr
46%
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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates EX23 0DF — age 48, 76% ownership, 20% 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 0DF. The average age is 47.7. 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 mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
EX23 0DF has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Widemouth Bay Caravan Park Shop0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- OA Surf Club0.0 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Widemouth Manor Hotel0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Black Rock Cafe1.0 km
train Transport Links
Bus Stops
- Marine Drive0.3 km
- Widemouth Manor0.4 km
- Widemouth Manor0.4 km
- Marine Drive0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: EX230DF · Data under Open Government Licence