Postcode Analysis Torridge, South West

EX21 5SJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EX21 5SJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

396

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 41,800 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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10/10
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8/10
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1/10
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3/10
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4/10
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4/10
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1/10
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6/10
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2/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. EX21 5SJ's low deprivation rank, 68% ownership, and £675k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £675k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

EX21 5SJ is a safe, established residential area located 0.4km from Bottledown Cross in Shebbear. Administratively it sits within Shebbear & Langtree ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.

For families considering a move, EX21 5SJ represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 47 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £675k.

Census 2021 statistics for EX21 5SJ are sourced from Output Area E00102847 (shared with 22 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 EX21 5SJ. The average age is 47.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.2%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.5%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Terraced

£ 590,000

2 sales · Mean £ 590,000

Detached

£ 845,000

1 sales · Mean £ 845,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

EX21 5SJ has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1

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Shebbear Community School

Good69 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • South View Stores0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Devil Stone Inn0.8 km

train Transport Links

Bus Stops

  • Shebbear College0.2 km
  • Shebbear College0.3 km