EX5 1DR is a sought-after residential area on Sidmouth Road in East Devon. Administratively it sits within Clyst Valley ward and the East Devon constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a rural with mining or quarrying zone — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Residents average 46 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 84% 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. Property: Average house prices are around £235k.
Census 2021 statistics for EX5 1DR are sourced from Output Area E00100703 (shared with 24 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SIDMOUTH ROAD, EX5 1DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SIDMOUTH ROAD, EX5 1DR.
340
46
£ 54,800 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: EX5 1DR 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
EX5 1DR is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 84% 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 1DR. The average age is 45.6. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 235,000
1 sales · Mean £ 235,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
EX5 1DR has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Webb Enterprises Cat And Fiddle0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- John Lewis PDR0.4 km
- The Hideaway Cafe0.2 km
- Crealy Great Adventure Park0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newcourt4.2 km
- Topsham4.4 km
- Digby & Sowton4.4 km
Bus Stops
- Crealy Country Park0.1 km
- Crealy Country Park0.2 km
- Farringdon Cross0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: EX51DR · Data under Open Government Licence