EX16 4AU is a safe, established residential area on Blackmore Road, 0.5km from Redlands in Tiverton. Administratively it sits within Cranmore ward and the Tiverton and Honiton constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, EX16 4AU is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 47% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 22% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £230k.
Census 2021 statistics for EX16 4AU are sourced from Output Area E00101522 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BLACKMORE ROAD, EX16 4AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLACKMORE ROAD, EX16 4AU.
281
43
£ 40,500 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: EX16 4AU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
With 47% social renting, EX16 4AU is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX16 4AU. The average age is 43.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 166,000
5 sales · Mean £ 174,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
EX16 4AU has low crime rates — 27 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
Wilcombe Primary School
Tidcombe Primary School
Two Moors Primary School
Castle Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Horsdon Garage0.5 km
- Wilcombe Store0.3 km
- B & M Retail Ltd0.9 km
- Piccolo Pizza Co.0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Blundells School - Kitchen0.5 km
- Canal Tea Rooms and Garden0.4 km
- Ducks Ditty Cafe Bar0.6 km
- McDonalds Restaurants Ltd1.0 km
- Blue Velvet Catering LTD.0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- China China1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Tiverton Hotel0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Elmore AFC0.7 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Tiverton Parkway7.7 km
- Newton St Cyres16.2 km
- Whimple16.9 km
Bus Stops
- Blackmore Road0.1 km
- Ford Road0.2 km
- Ford Road0.2 km
- Bonville Crescent0.2 km
- Lazenby Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: EX164AU · Data under Open Government Licence