EX5 1DQ is a sought-after residential area on Bishops Court Road, 0.2km from Bishop's Court in East Devon. Administratively it sits within Clyst Valley ward and the East Devon constituency.
For families considering a move, EX5 1DQ represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for EX5 1DQ are sourced from Output Area E00100705 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BISHOPS COURT ROAD, EX5 1DQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BISHOPS COURT ROAD, EX5 1DQ.
98
49
£ 54,800 /yr
61%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: EX5 1DQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
EX5 1DQ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 49, 87% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX5 1DQ. The average age is 49.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
EX5 1DQ has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Clyst St Mary Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Eastcote Luxury Guest House0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- The 1925 Kitchen0.9 km
- Posh Nosh - Lime Tree Cafe0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Cafe Rosa0.6 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Veg In A Box0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Digby & Sowton2.2 km
- Newcourt2.4 km
- Pinhoe3.1 km
Bus Stops
- Westpoint Covid Vaccination Site0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: EX51DQ · Data under Open Government Licence