Is EX16 9RY a safe place to live?

Yes, EX16 9RY is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 1 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in EX16 9RY?

The average property price in EX16 9RY is currently around £361k.

What is the population of EX16 9RY?

The population for the EX16 9RY area is approximately 275 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Mid Devon, South West

SAWYERS MILL, EX16 9RY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SAWYERS MILL, EX16 9RY.

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Population

275

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 46,000 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10

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7/10

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1/10

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5/10

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4/10

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6/10

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1/10

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7/10

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8/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. EX16 9RY spans multiple life stages — average age 51, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 25.6% year-on-year.

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

EX16 9RY is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Sawyers Mill, 0.0km from Shillingford in Mid Devon. Administratively it sits within Clare and Shuttern ward and the Tiverton and Honiton constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in EX16, EX16 9RY offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 51 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 74% 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 1 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £361k, up 25.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for EX16 9RY are sourced from Output Area E00101498 (shared with 25 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 9RY. The average age is 50.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

46%Active

FT: 29%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 320,000

5 sales · Mean £ 336,900

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

EX16 9RY has low crime rates — 1 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Tiverton Parkway11.9 km

Bus Stops

New Bus Shelter0.1 km
New Bus Shelter0.1 km