EX18 7BE is a mixed residential area on Gosses Cottages, 0.2km from Four Ways in Mid Devon. Administratively it sits within Taw ward and the Central Devon constituency.
For families considering a move, EX18 7BE represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Property: Average house prices are around £290k, down 8.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for EX18 7BE are sourced from Output Area E00101636 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GOSSES COTTAGES, EX18 7BE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GOSSES COTTAGES, EX18 7BE.
254
47
£ 43,900 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
EX18 7BE is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 82% 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 8.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX18 7BE. The average age is 46.6. 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: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 260,000
2 sales · Mean £ 260,000
Detached
£ 320,500
2 sales · Mean £ 320,500
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Eggesford2.5 km
- Kings Nympton3.8 km
- Portsmouth Arms7.0 km
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Postcode Profile: EX187BE · Data under Open Government Licence