EX34 0AF is a safe, established residential area on Umber Close, 0.3km from Seaside in Combe Martin. Administratively it sits within Marwood ward and the North Devon constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 44% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for EX34 0AF are sourced from Output Area E00101794 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
UMBER CLOSE, EX34 0AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for UMBER CLOSE, EX34 0AF.
286
47
£ 39,500 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 55% owner-occupation and average age 47, EX34 0AF has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX34 0AF. The average age is 47.1. 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. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
EX34 0AF has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Combe Martin Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Combe Martin Farm Shop0.2 km
- Meaden's Marvellous Makes0.3 km
- Seaside Stores0.3 km
- Sandaway Holiday Park Shop0.8 km
- Sugarush0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
7 nearby- Acorns Guest House0.4 km
- Channel Vista Guest House0.4 km
- Mellstock House0.4 km
- Saffron House Hotel0.2 km
- Seaweed Holidays0.2 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Castle Inn1.0 km
- Pack o' Cards0.6 km
- Snooker Club0.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Village Hall0.9 km
- TD Catering0.3 km
- The Dolphin Bar And Bistro0.3 km
- Tides In and Out Cafe & Takeaway0.2 km
- Village Bakery0.0 km
- + 6 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Barnstaple14.8 km
Bus Stops
- Umber Close0.0 km
- Libra Gardens0.0 km
- Richards TV0.2 km
- Richards TV0.2 km
- Seaside0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: EX340AF · Data under Open Government Licence