EX31 2PL is a sought-after residential area on Byeways Close, 0.5km from Fremington in Fremington. Administratively it sits within Fremington ward and the North Devon constituency.
For serious buyers, EX31 2PL is a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. An established, mature community with an average age of 59 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 89% 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 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £375k.
Census 2021 statistics for EX31 2PL are sourced from Output Area E00101824 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BYEWAYS CLOSE, EX31 2PL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BYEWAYS CLOSE, EX31 2PL.
340
59
£ 43,500 /yr
32%
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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Average age 59, 89% owned. EX31 2PL is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £375k reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX31 2PL. The average age is 58.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 257,000
4 sales · Mean £ 270,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
EX31 2PL has low crime rates — 4 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Fremington Primary School
Roundswell Community Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Fremington Stores0.5 km
- Moss Pharmacy0.5 km
- Richard Sables0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- New Inn0.2 km
- The Fox0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Han Court Chinese Restaurant0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Graylings0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Barnstaple3.9 km
- Chapleton9.0 km
- Umberleigh12.7 km
Bus Stops
- Taw View0.2 km
- Taw View0.2 km
- New Inn0.2 km
- New Inn0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: EX312PL · Data under Open Government Licence