Postcode Analysis North Devon, South West

COSTAIN VILLAS, EX35 6DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COSTAIN VILLAS, EX35 6DB.

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Population

260

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Avg Age

55

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Avg Income

£ 39,500 /yr

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Employed

49%

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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9/10
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4/10
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3/10
workEmployment
3/10
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2/10
paymentsAffluence
5/10
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2/10
homeHome Ownership
8/10
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2/10
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Area Character

EX35 6DB is a settled retirement community — average age 55, 82% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.

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

EX35 6DB is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Costain Villas, 0.2km from Lynton in North Devon. Administratively it sits within Lynton & Lynmouth ward and the North Devon constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Residents here average 55 years — a mature, stable demographic with deep roots in the area and very low property turnover. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £300k.

Census 2021 statistics for EX35 6DB are sourced from Output Area E00101920 (shared with 21 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 EX35 6DB. The average age is 55.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.9%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 3%
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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

Flat

£ 300,000

1 sales · Mean £ 300,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

EX35 6DB has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are public order and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Public order3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1

school Local Schools

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Lynton Church of England Primary School

Good79 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • Lynton Post Office0.0 km
  • Lorna Doone Sweet Shop0.6 km
  • Lynton Chemist0.2 km
  • Mavis Thruptons0.6 km
  • Sunny Lyn Holiday Park0.9 km
  • + 7 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

33 nearby
  • Bonnicott House Hotel0.8 km
  • Choughs Nest Hotel0.3 km
  • Crown Hotel0.3 km
  • Gable Lodge Guest House0.0 km
  • Glenville House0.9 km
  • + 28 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Cottage Inn0.8 km
  • The Queens0.3 km
  • The Village Inn0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

20 nearby
  • A Little Of What You Fancy0.3 km
  • Charlie Fridays0.2 km
  • Cliff Top Cafe0.2 km
  • Lyndale Tea Rooms0.8 km
  • Mother Meldrums1.0 km
  • + 15 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Exmoor Bake House0.6 km
  • 1-2 Cliff Railway Road0.2 km
  • Lynton Fish Bar0.3 km
  • The Spicy Mare0.3 km

train Transport Links

Bus Stops

  • Granville Garage0.0 km
  • Granville Garage0.0 km
  • Town Hall0.2 km
  • The Studio0.2 km
  • Castle Hill Car Park0.4 km