Postcode Analysis North Devon, South West

BACK LANE, EX18 7DL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BACK LANE, EX18 7DL.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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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 7DL 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

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. EX18 7DL's 69% ownership and 43-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

EX18 7DL is a safe, established residential area on Back Lane, 0.5km from Chulmleigh in Chulmleigh. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Chulmleigh ward and the North Devon constituency.

The people who live in EX18 7DL are typical of a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for EX18 7DL 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 7DL. 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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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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

EX18 7DL has low crime rates — 34 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 offences12
Anti-social behaviour6
Public order5
Criminal damage and arson4
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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Chulmleigh Primary School

Requires Improvement190 pupils0.4 km
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Chulmleigh Community College

Good726 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Old Court House0.4 km
  • The Red Lion Hotel0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

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

3 nearby
  • Chulmleigh Post Office & Newsagents0.5 km
  • The Chulmleigh Bakery0.6 km
  • The Old Dairy0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Eggesford3.0 km
  • Kings Nympton3.2 km
  • Portsmouth Arms7.1 km

Bus Stops

  • New Health Centre0.0 km
  • New Health Centre0.0 km
  • Community College0.4 km
  • Library0.4 km
  • Community College0.4 km