Is EX5 2SG a safe place to live?

Yes, EX5 2SG is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 5 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of EX5 2SG?

The population for the EX5 2SG area is approximately 322 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis East Devon, South West

LEES MEADOW, EX5 2SG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LEES MEADOW, EX5 2SG.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

322

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 50,200 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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5/10

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8/10

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1/10

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5/10

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1/10

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7/10

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3/10

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5/10

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3/10

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Area Character

EX5 2SG is an established family neighbourhood — 60% owner-occupation and an average age of 44 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

EX5 2SG is a sought-after residential area on Lees Meadow, 0.3km from Talaton in East Devon. Administratively it sits within Whimple & Rockbeare ward and the East Devon constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in EX5, EX5 2SG offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for EX5 2SG are sourced from Output Area E00101046 (shared with 16 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 EX5 2SG. The average age is 44.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.5%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.3%

Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

48%Active

FT: 32%

Unemployed: 2%

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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

EX5 2SG has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences3

Criminal damage and arson1

Drugs1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Talaton Inn0.3 km

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Talaton Community Shop0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Feniton3.0 km
Whimple3.0 km
Cranbrook (Devon)7.9 km

Bus Stops

Talaton Inn0.3 km
Talaton Inn0.4 km