EX21 5AH is a mixed residential area located 0.1km from Eworthy in West Devon. Administratively it sits within Bridestowe ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in EX21, EX21 5AH offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 50 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Property: Prices average £670k, up 19.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for EX21 5AH are sourced from Output Area E00102913 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EX21 5AH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EX21 5AH.
176
50
£ 47,000 /yr
45%
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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. EX21 5AH's low deprivation rank, 88% ownership, and £670k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending up 19.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX21 5AH. The average age is 49.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 280,000
5 sales · Mean £ 455,100
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Okehampton15.1 km
- Sampford Courtenay19.3 km
Bus Stops
- Phone Box0.2 km
- Phone Box0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: EX215AH · Data under Open Government Licence