Postcode Analysis North Devon, South West

LEIGH ROAD, EX18 7BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LEIGH ROAD, EX18 7BL.

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Population

467

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 40,900 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: EX18 7BL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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9/10
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5/10
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2/10
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4/10
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4/10
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3/10
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2/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 69% owner-occupation and average age 43, EX18 7BL has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 14.9% year-on-year.

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

EX18 7BL is a safe, established residential area on Leigh Road, 0.2km from Chulmleigh in Chulmleigh. Administratively it sits within Chulmleigh ward and the North Devon constituency.

For families considering a move, EX18 7BL represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An average age of 43 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £239k, up 14.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for EX18 7BL are sourced from Output Area E00101780 (shared with 14 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 7BL. The average age is 42.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 110,000

3 sales · Mean £ 96,831

Terraced

£ 155,497

8 sales · Mean £ 188,999

Detached

£ 572,000

3 sales · Mean £ 492,333

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

EX18 7BL has low crime rates — 32 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 offences16
Anti-social behaviour7
Public order6
Criminal damage and arson4
Other theft4

school Local Schools

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Chulmleigh Primary School

Requires Improvement190 pupils0.3 km
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Chulmleigh Community College

Good726 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

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

2 nearby
  • The Old Bakehouse0.2 km
  • Golf House0.0 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Chulmleigh Post Office & Newsagents0.3 km
  • The Chulmleigh Bakery0.4 km
  • The Old Dairy0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Eggesford2.9 km
  • Kings Nympton3.4 km
  • Portsmouth Arms7.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Red Lion0.2 km
  • Red Lion0.2 km
  • Library0.3 km
  • New Health Centre0.3 km
  • New Health Centre0.3 km