EX7 0BT is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Coastguard Cottages, 0.6km from Dawlish in Dawlish. Administratively it sits within Dawlish South West ward and the Newton Abbot constituency.
For families considering a move, EX7 0BT represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 59 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £315k.
Census 2021 statistics for EX7 0BT are sourced from Output Area E00102451 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
COASTGUARD COTTAGES, EX7 0BT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COASTGUARD COTTAGES, EX7 0BT.
237
59
£ 39,400 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. EX7 0BT spans multiple life stages — average age 59, moderate ownership and renting. 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 EX7 0BT. The average age is 59.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 265,000
5 sales · Mean £ 263,800
Detached
£ 450,000
1 sales · Mean £ 450,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around EX7 0BT is moderate at 52 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
Westcliff Primary Academy
Orchard Manor School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Ashcombe AGC0.3 km
- Kazbern Supermarket0.9 km
- Presents Of Dawlish0.6 km
- Ryders Home Made Bakery0.5 km
- The Wee Shoppe Bakery0.6 km
- + 12 more
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Marine Hotel And Tavern0.5 km
- South Devon Inn0.4 km
- Teignmouth Inn0.5 km
- The Lansdowne0.8 km
- The Royal British Legion0.9 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- Gurkha Restaurant0.9 km
- Safari Adventure Golf0.3 km
- Sea Breeze Lounge0.4 km
- Annie's0.6 km
- Reflections South West Ltd0.6 km
- + 11 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-operative Group0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Dawlish Pizza And Grill0.5 km
- Frank's Frying in Dawlish0.4 km
- Mei Lai0.7 km
- Pizza Palos0.9 km
- Siew May0.8 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Lyme Bay House0.6 km
- Oceans Guest House0.5 km
- The Knitting Hotel0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dawlish0.3 km
- Dawlish Warren2.2 km
- Teignmouth4.5 km
Bus Stops
- Catholic Church0.0 km
- Catholic Church0.1 km
- Community College0.2 km
- Lanherne0.3 km
- Lanherne0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: EX70BT · Data under Open Government Licence