Postcode Analysis North Devon, South West

CRICKET CLOSE, EX18 7BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CRICKET CLOSE, EX18 7BJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

255

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 40,900 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: EX18 7BJ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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6/10
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4/10
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3/10
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5/10
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4/10
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6/10
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2/10
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6/10
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2/10
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Area Character

EX18 7BJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 68% 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.

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

EX18 7BJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Cricket Close, 0.4km from Chulmleigh in Chulmleigh. Administratively it sits within Chulmleigh ward and the North Devon constituency.

For families considering a move, EX18 7BJ represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 52) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £300k.

Census 2021 statistics for EX18 7BJ are sourced from Output Area E00101782 (shared with 10 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 EX18 7BJ. The average age is 52.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 300,000

3 sales · Mean £ 298,333

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

EX18 7BJ has low crime rates — 18 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 offences11
Anti-social behaviour4
Public order4
Vehicle crime2
Criminal damage and arson1

school Local Schools

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Chulmleigh Primary School

Requires Improvement190 pupils0.6 km
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Chulmleigh Community College

Good726 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Old Court House0.4 km
  • The Red Lion Hotel0.2 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • The Old Bakehouse0.4 km
  • Golf House0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Chulmleigh Post Office & Newsagents0.3 km
  • The Chulmleigh Bakery0.2 km
  • The Old Dairy0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Eggesford2.9 km
  • Kings Nympton3.9 km
  • Lapford7.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Red Lion0.4 km
  • Red Lion0.4 km