EX7 0AS is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Higher Drive, 1.1km from Dawlish in Dawlish. Administratively it sits within Dawlish North East ward and the Newton Abbot constituency.
For serious buyers, EX7 0AS is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 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 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £320k.
Census 2021 statistics for EX7 0AS are sourced from Output Area E00102460 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGHER DRIVE, EX7 0AS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGHER DRIVE, EX7 0AS.
293
50
£ 43,200 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: EX7 0AS 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.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates EX7 0AS — age 50, 78% ownership, 19% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £320k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX7 0AS. The average age is 50.4. 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
£ 242,500
8 sales · Mean £ 253,743
Detached
£ 365,000
5 sales · Mean £ 357,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
EX7 0AS has low crime rates — 26 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
Dawlish College
Gatehouse Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Ashcombe AGC0.6 km
- Jammy Brambles0.8 km
- Kazbern Supermarket0.8 km
- Exeter Road Post Office0.3 km
- Marine Stores Premier Express0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- South Devon Inn1.0 km
- Golden Sands Holiday Park0.8 km
- Marina Bowling Club0.3 km
- Shooters0.3 km
- The Gresham House Inn1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- The Kitchen1.0 km
- The Restaurant (Ladys Mile Holiday Park)0.9 km
- The Shed Sandwich Bar0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Mei Lai0.3 km
- Oceans Fish Bar and Takeaway0.9 km
- Oceans Pizzeria and Takeaway0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dawlish1.0 km
- Dawlish Warren1.6 km
- Starcross4.4 km
Bus Stops
- Lower Drive0.1 km
- Higher Drive0.1 km
- Marine Garage0.2 km
- Henty Avenue0.2 km
- Henty Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: EX70AS · Data under Open Government Licence