Is EX24 6BW a safe place to live?

Yes, EX24 6BW is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 13 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of EX24 6BW?

The population for the EX24 6BW area is approximately 149 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis East Devon, South West

EX24 6BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EX24 6BW.

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Population

149

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 48,000 /yr

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Employed

35%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: EX24 6BW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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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9/10

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2/10

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4/10

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8/10

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1/10

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9/10

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Area Character

EX24 6BW is a settled retirement community — average age 56, 86% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

EX24 6BW is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 1.1km from Farway in East Devon. Administratively it sits within Coly Valley ward and the Tiverton and Honiton constituency.

For families considering a move, EX24 6BW represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. 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 56 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 86% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for EX24 6BW are sourced from Output Area E00100719 (shared with 28 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 6BW. The average age is 55.9. 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 Asian0.7%

Black / African / Caribbean0.7%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

35%Active

FT: 21%

Unemployed: 2%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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

EX24 6BW has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Honiton5.2 km
Feniton10.3 km
Axminster10.3 km

Bus Stops

Northleigh Church0.5 km
Northleigh Church0.5 km