EX5 1AX is a sought-after residential area on Gilbrook Close, 1.1km from Woodmanton in Woodbury. Administratively it sits within Woodbury & Lympstone ward and the East Devon constituency.
For serious buyers, EX5 1AX is 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. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 78% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £762k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for EX5 1AX are sourced from Output Area E00101062 (shared with 32 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GILBROOK CLOSE, EX5 1AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GILBROOK CLOSE, EX5 1AX.
404
43
£ 51,400 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: EX5 1AX is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, EX5 1AX combines high owner-occupation (78%), strong property values (£762k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £762k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX5 1AX. The average age is 42.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 720,000
3 sales · Mean £ 730,833
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
EX5 1AX has low crime rates — 10 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
Woodbury Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Devon Scone Company0.4 km
- Kilve Marchant0.2 km
- Webbers Farm Caravan Park0.9 km
- Woodbury Post Office Stores0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Maltsters Arms0.3 km
- White Hart Inn0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Christchurch Woodbury0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Little China0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lympstone Commando2.7 km
- Exton2.7 km
- Lympstone Village3.2 km
Bus Stops
- The Arch0.2 km
- The Arch0.3 km
- Broadway (Meadow View)0.3 km
- Broadway (Meadow View)0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: EX51AX · Data under Open Government Licence