Postcode Analysis East Devon, South West

CRIDLAKE, EX13 5BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CRIDLAKE, EX13 5BS.

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Population

391

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 40,700 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: EX13 5BS 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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5/10
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2/10
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5/10
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4/10
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4/10
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3/10
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7/10
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5/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates EX13 5BS — age 47, 74% ownership, 8% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £162k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

EX13 5BS is a sought-after residential area on Cridlake, 0.5km from Millbrook in Axminster. Administratively it sits within Axminster ward and the Tiverton and Honiton constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £162k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for EX13 5BS are sourced from Output Area E00100645 (shared with 20 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 EX13 5BS. The average age is 46.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 162,000

1 sales · Mean £ 162,000

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

EX13 5BS has low crime rates — 37 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 offences76
Anti-social behaviour14
Criminal damage and arson8
Other theft8
Public order4

school Local Schools

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St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Axminster

Good136 pupils0.0 km
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Axminster Community Primary Academy

Good279 pupils0.2 km
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Axe Valley Academy

Requires Improvement581 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Boots0.6 km
  • Cabrito Goat Meat Limited0.6 km
  • Complete Meats Ltd0.4 km
  • Ganesha Wholefoods0.4 km
  • The Art Of Cakery0.6 km
  • + 6 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Kerrington House0.8 km
  • The George Hotel0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The Ale Way0.9 km
  • The Axminster Inn0.5 km
  • The Castle Inn0.5 km
  • The Lamb Inn0.0 km
  • The Red Lion0.4 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Arts Cafe Bar0.5 km
  • Cinnamons0.4 km
  • Golden House0.4 km
  • Pippins Community Centre0.2 km
  • Railway Kitchen0.9 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • The Co-operative Food0.7 km
  • The Co-operative Food0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Le Pisani0.6 km
  • Lemon Plaice0.4 km
  • Axe Valley Grill0.4 km
  • The Lucky House0.4 km
  • Zeus The Greek0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Axminster1.0 km
  • Honiton13.8 km
  • Crewkerne18.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Lamb Inn0.1 km
  • Lamb Inn0.1 km
  • Axe Valley College0.2 km
  • Hospital0.4 km
  • Hospital0.5 km