EX1 3BL is a safe, established residential area on Holland Drive, 0.5km from West Clyst in West Clyst. Administratively it sits within Broadclyst ward and the East Devon constituency.
For families considering a move, EX1 3BL represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. An average age of 28 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (52% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £317k, down 8.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for EX1 3BL are sourced from Output Area E00180151 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOLLAND DRIVE, EX1 3BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLLAND DRIVE, EX1 3BL.
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28
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
EX1 3BL is a mixed residential postcode — average age 28, 75% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 8.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX1 3BL. The average age is 28.5. 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: Predominantly a younger crowd. The neighborhood has a significantly lower average age than the national baseline.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 292,450
24 sales · Mean £ 303,572
Detached
£ 414,950
25 sales · Mean £ 400,552
Terraced
£ 245,130
8 sales · Mean £ 215,270
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
EX1 3BL has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Westclyst Community Primary School
Pinhoe Church of England Primary School & Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- The Co-operative Food0.1 km
- Gibbins0.9 km
- Spar0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Oriental City1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Pizza Mario Limited0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Pinhoe1.2 km
- Cranbrook (Devon)2.8 km
- Polsloe Bridge3.4 km
Bus Stops
- Hillside Gardens0.1 km
- Hillside Gardens0.2 km
- Poltimore Gate0.3 km
- Poltimore Gate0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: EX13BL · Data under Open Government Licence