EX37 9AP is a safe, established residential area on Fountain Fields, 0.2km from High Bickington in High Bickington. Administratively it sits within Two Rivers & Three Moors ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £259k, down 3.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for EX37 9AP are sourced from Output Area E00102877 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FOUNTAIN FIELDS, EX37 9AP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FOUNTAIN FIELDS, EX37 9AP.
575
44
£ 42,300 /yr
52%
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
No single demographic signal dominates EX37 9AP — age 44, 79% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 3.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX37 9AP. The average age is 44.1. 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 highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 229,250
16 sales · Mean £ 226,398
Detached
£ 245,000
10 sales · Mean £ 261,350
Terraced
£ 192,500
2 sales · Mean £ 192,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
EX37 9AP has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
High Bickington Church of England Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- High Bickington Community Shop Ltd0.3 km
- High Bickington Post Office0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Mews Cottage Bed And Breakfast0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Old George Inn0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Umberleigh3.2 km
- Portsmouth Arms3.6 km
- Chapleton5.5 km
Bus Stops
- Shelter0.3 km
- Shelter0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: EX379AP · Data under Open Government Licence