EX32 0AZ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Oatlands Avenue, 0.2km from Rumsam in Barnstaple. Administratively it sits within Landkey ward and the North Devon constituency.
For families considering a move, EX32 0AZ represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 51 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 95% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for EX32 0AZ are sourced from Output Area E00101886 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OATLANDS AVENUE, EX32 0AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OATLANDS AVENUE, EX32 0AZ.
251
51
£ 46,500 /yr
51%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. EX32 0AZ spans multiple life stages — average age 51, moderate ownership and renting. 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 EX32 0AZ. The average age is 50.9. 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, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
EX32 0AZ has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Park Community School
Newport Community School Primary Academy
The Lampard Community School
Bishops Tawton Primary School
Ashleigh CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Spar0.9 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Weirholme Annex B&B0.9 km
- The Poplars B&B0.5 km
- Owly 'Ouse0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Rising Sun0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- 28 Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- Hong Kong House0.9 km
- Barnstaple BBQ Kebabs & Pizzeria House0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- The Ganges Restaurant1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Barnstaple1.5 km
- Chapleton5.6 km
- Umberleigh8.8 km
Bus Stops
- Oatlands0.1 km
- Style Close0.2 km
- Style Close0.2 km
- Park School0.4 km
- Park and Ride Terminus0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: EX320AZ · Data under Open Government Licence