Postcode Analysis Mid Devon, South West

PRISPEN DRIVE, EX5 4DR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRISPEN DRIVE, EX5 4DR.

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Population

332

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 51,200 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: EX5 4DR represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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8/10
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3/10
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2/10
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4/10
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4/10
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4/10
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1/10
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4/10
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9/10
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Area Character

EX5 4DR has a significant social housing presence — 38% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending up 1.9% year-on-year.

home £291,300 median price shield Safety 8/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

EX5 4DR is a safe, established residential area on Prispen Drive, 0.4km from Livingshayes in Silverton. Administratively it sits within Silverton ward and the Central Devon constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, EX5 4DR is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 38% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £291k, up 1.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for EX5 4DR are sourced from Output Area E00101630 (shared with 9 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 4DR. The average age is 40.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.5%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 265,000

12 sales · Mean £ 259,541

Flat

£ 225,000

5 sales · Mean £ 238,500

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

EX5 4DR has low crime rates — 11 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.

Violence and sexual offences12
Anti-social behaviour4
Criminal damage and arson3
Public order2
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Silverton Church of England Primary School

Good115 pupils0.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Silverton Inn0.5 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Silver Linings0.5 km
  • Spar0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Lamb Inn0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cranbrook (Devon)8.8 km
  • Newton St Cyres9.0 km
  • Pinhoe9.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Hillcrest0.2 km
  • Meadow Lea0.3 km
  • Coach Road0.4 km