EX23 0AE is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Crescent Close, 0.1km from Widemouth in Widemouth Bay. Administratively it sits within Poundstock ward and the North Cornwall constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in EX23, EX23 0AE offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 51 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £485k, down 11.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for EX23 0AE are sourced from Output Area E00095707 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CRESCENT CLOSE, EX23 0AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CRESCENT CLOSE, EX23 0AE.
329
51
£ 41,400 /yr
44%
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.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, EX23 0AE combines high owner-occupation (84%), strong property values (£485k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £485k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending down 11.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX23 0AE. The average age is 50.5. 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
£ 485,000
5 sales · Mean £ 456,990
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
EX23 0AE has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Beach House Wet Fish Shop0.8 km
- Widemouth Bay Caravan Park Shop1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Widemouth Manor Hotel1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Black Rock Cafe0.4 km
- Gerrys Beach Hut0.8 km
- The Bay View Inn0.7 km
- The Break Bar0.8 km
- Widemouth Bay Cafe0.8 km
train Transport Links
Bus Stops
- Junction Leverlake Road0.1 km
- Junction Leverlake Road0.1 km
- Toilets0.3 km
- Toilets0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: EX230AE · Data under Open Government Licence