Postcode Analysis Torridge, South West

EX22 6BD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EX22 6BD.

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Population

372

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 38,700 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: EX22 6BD falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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5/10
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4/10
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2/10
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4/10
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6/10
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2/10
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7/10
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5/10
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1/10
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Area Character

EX22 6BD is an established family neighbourhood — 55% owner-occupation and an average age of 46 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

EX22 6BD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from Holsworthy in Holsworthy. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Holsworthy ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.

EX22 6BD is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a town fringe countryside zone — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. Residents average 46 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for EX22 6BD are sourced from Output Area E00102801 (shared with 13 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 EX22 6BD. The average age is 46.2. 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 Asian0.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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

EX22 6BD has low crime rates — 32 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences27
Shoplifting12
Other theft7
Anti-social behaviour6
Public order6

school Local Schools

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Holsworthy Community College

Good505 pupils0.5 km
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Holsworthy Church of England Primary School

Good304 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Ford0.4 km
  • Holsworthy Theatre0.1 km
  • Natures Way0.4 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.6 km
  • BP Holsworthy SF Connect0.7 km
  • + 5 more
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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Golden Fleece0.3 km
  • Magpie Royal British Legion0.8 km
  • Old Market Inn0.3 km
  • Rydon Inn0.8 km
  • Holsworthy AFC Canteen0.8 km
  • + 3 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Cousins Corner Cafe0.3 km
  • Moon Hare0.3 km
  • Rydon Clubhouse0.9 km
  • Filter Through0.4 km
  • Indian Ocean0.4 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-operative (Food)0.3 km
  • Waitrose Limited0.1 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • China Kitchen0.3 km
  • Crisp And Dry0.4 km
  • Food On The Go0.4 km
  • Country Dairy And Kitchen0.3 km
  • K J's0.3 km

train Transport Links

Bus Stops

  • Waitrose0.1 km
  • Waitrose0.1 km
  • Woodland View0.1 km
  • HATS Theatre opp0.1 km
  • HATS Theatre0.2 km