Postcode Analysis East Devon, South West

RIVER MEWS, EX24 6AB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RIVER MEWS, EX24 6AB.

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Population

241

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Avg Age

59

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Avg Income

£ 47,100 /yr

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Employed

34%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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4/10
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1/10
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3/10
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4/10
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5/10
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2/10
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9/10
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2/10
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Area Character

EX24 6AB is a settled retirement community — average age 59, 84% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £386k reflects the demand.

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

EX24 6AB is a sought-after residential area on River Mews, 0.2km from Kingsdon in Colyton. Administratively it sits within Coly Valley ward and the Tiverton and Honiton constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in EX24, EX24 6AB offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An established, mature community with an average age of 59 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 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 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £386k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for EX24 6AB are sourced from Output Area E00100707 (shared with 25 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 EX24 6AB. The average age is 59.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.7%
Asian / British Asian1.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.1%

Economic Activity

34%Active
FT: 17%
Unemployed: 0%
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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

Terraced

£ 386,000

1 sales · Mean £ 386,000

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

EX24 6AB has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences8
Criminal damage and arson2
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1

school Local Schools

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Colyton Primary Academy

Inadequate138 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Antons Butchers Of Colyton0.4 km
  • Bear Bread Bakery And B And B0.3 km
  • Central0.4 km
  • Premier0.4 km
  • Lyme Bay Seafood Co0.2 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Minton House Bed And Breakfast0.4 km
  • The Old Bakehouse0.2 km
  • The White Cottage Bed And Breakfast0.2 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Colcombe Castle Hotel0.3 km
  • The Kingfisher0.2 km
  • The Pavilion0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Colyton Takeaway Ltd0.3 km
  • No 1 Silver Street0.3 km
  • The Cafe At The Garden Shop0.5 km
  • Tramstop Cafe0.2 km
  • Finn Studio0.0 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Pizza Roma 770.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Axminster5.9 km
  • Honiton10.4 km
  • Feniton16.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Umborne Bridge0.0 km
  • Station Road0.1 km
  • Colyton Station (Seaton Tramway)0.3 km
  • Colyton Station (Seaton Tramway)0.3 km
  • The Square0.4 km