Is EX34 0BB a safe place to live?

Yes, EX34 0BB is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 7 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in EX34 0BB?

The average property price in EX34 0BB is currently around £351k.

What is the population of EX34 0BB?

The population for the EX34 0BB area is approximately 286 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis North Devon, South West

WHITEGATES, EX34 0BB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WHITEGATES, EX34 0BB.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

286

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 39,500 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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7/10

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4/10

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1/10

workEmployment

3/10

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3/10

paymentsAffluence

4/10

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4/10

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4/10

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7/10

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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. EX34 0BB's 55% ownership and 47-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

EX34 0BB is a safe, established residential area on Whitegates, 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. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 47) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 44% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £351k.

Census 2021 statistics for EX34 0BB are sourced from Output Area E00101794 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX34 0BB. 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

White / British97.9%

Asian / British Asian0.7%

Black / African / Caribbean0.3%

Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

47%Active

FT: 28%

Unemployed: 3%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 293,000

2 sales · Mean £ 293,000

Semi-Detached

£ 241,000

6 sales · Mean £ 277,416

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

EX34 0BB has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Other theft4

Public order3

Violence and sexual offences3

Anti-social behaviour1

Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

Combe Martin Primary School

Good164 pupils0.5 km

Berrynarbor Church of England Primary School

Outstanding84 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby

Combe Martin Farm Shop0.3 km
Meaden's Marvellous Makes0.6 km
Seaside Stores0.3 km
Sandaway Holiday Park Shop0.5 km
Sugarush0.3 km

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

8 nearby

Acorns Guest House0.1 km
Channel Vista Guest House0.1 km
Mellstock House0.2 km
Saffron House Hotel0.6 km
Sandy Cove Hotel1.0 km
+ 3 more

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

Pack o' Cards0.9 km
Snooker Club0.4 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby

TD Catering0.2 km
The Dolphin Bar And Bistro0.3 km
Tides In and Out Cafe & Takeaway0.3 km
Village Bakery0.4 km
Black and White Cafe0.3 km
+ 6 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Barnstaple14.6 km

Bus Stops

White Gates Hotel Entrance0.1 km
Post Box0.1 km
Beach Holiday Park0.2 km
Beach Holiday Park0.2 km
Premier Store0.3 km