EX10 8XF is a sought-after residential area on Knapp Hill, 0.2km from Land Part in Sidmouth. Administratively it sits within Sidmouth Town ward and the East Devon constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in EX10, EX10 8XF offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. Average age 74 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 94% 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 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for EX10 8XF are sourced from Output Area E00101025 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
KNAPP HILL, EX10 8XF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KNAPP HILL, EX10 8XF.
181
74
£ 49,400 /yr
13%
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
EX10 8XF is a settled retirement community — average age 74, 94% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX10 8XF. The average age is 73.9. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
EX10 8XF has low crime rates — 9 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
Sidmouth Church of England (VA) Primary School
Sidmouth College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Sidmouth Town AFC0.9 km
- Anchor Inn1.0 km
- Black Horse1.0 km
- The Sidmouth Club1.0 km
- The Volunteer Inn0.4 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Lidl UK Ltd0.7 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- The Co-operative Food0.8 km
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- Edinburgh Woollen Mill1.0 km
- McColls1.0 km
- Roly's Fudge Pantry1.0 km
- Wendys House1.0 km
- 1 To 1 Diet Consultant0.4 km
- + 14 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
13 nearby- Royal Glen Hotel0.9 km
- Cheriton Guest House0.5 km
- Coombe Bank Guest House0.5 km
- Groveside Guest House0.5 km
- Hunters Moon Hotel0.7 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
19 nearby- Blues Wine Bar Ltd1.0 km
- Coffee 11.0 km
- Costa Coffee1.0 km
- JAR Sidmouth Ltd1.0 km
- Sadie's Kitchen0.9 km
- + 14 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Sidmouth Takeaway0.5 km
- Pizza Pronto0.7 km
- Silver King0.7 km
- The Cornish Bakery0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Feniton11.4 km
- Whimple11.9 km
- Honiton12.8 km
Bus Stops
- The Knowle0.1 km
- The Knowle0.2 km
- Old Railway Station0.2 km
- Old Railway Station0.3 km
- Alexandria Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: EX108XF · Data under Open Government Licence