Is EX16 7HW a safe place to live?

Yes, EX16 7HW is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 4 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of EX16 7HW?

The population for the EX16 7HW area is approximately 272 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Mid Devon, South West

EX16 7HW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EX16 7HW.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

272

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 46,000 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10

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6/10

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1/10

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8/10

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5/10

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5/10

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1/10

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8/10

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4/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates EX16 7HW — age 42, 84% ownership, 5% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

EX16 7HW is a safe, established residential area located 0.4km from West Leigh in Mid Devon. Administratively it sits within Canonsleigh ward and the Tiverton and Honiton constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for EX16 7HW are sourced from Output Area E00101475 (shared with 11 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 EX16 7HW. The average age is 42.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.3%

Asian / British Asian0.4%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

56%Active

FT: 39%

Unemployed: 2%

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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

EX16 7HW has low crime rates — 4 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 offences2

Anti-social behaviour1

Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

Burlescombe Church of England Primary School

Good1.0 km

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Mill House Retreats0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Tiverton Parkway3.0 km
Feniton17.6 km
Taunton19.0 km

Bus Stops

Bus Shelter0.4 km