EX32 0AT is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Chestwood Villas, 0.1km from Chestwood in Bishop's Tawton. Administratively it sits within Instow ward and the North Devon constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in EX32, EX32 0AT 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 53 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 91% 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 £384k, down 53.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for EX32 0AT are sourced from Output Area E00101887 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHESTWOOD VILLAS, EX32 0AT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHESTWOOD VILLAS, EX32 0AT.
262
53
£ 44,300 /yr
45%
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
No single demographic signal dominates EX32 0AT — age 53, 91% ownership, 8% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 53.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX32 0AT. The average age is 52.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
£ 267,500
3 sales · Mean £ 269,166
Detached
£ 577,500
1 sales · Mean £ 577,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)
EX32 0AT has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Bishops Tawton Primary School
The Park Community School
Newport Community School Primary Academy
Holywell Church of England School
The Lampard Community School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Chichester Arms1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Poplars B&B1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Barnstaple1.8 km
- Chapleton5.2 km
- Umberleigh8.5 km
Bus Stops
- South View0.1 km
- South View0.1 km
- Top of Mount Pleasant0.4 km
- Mount Pleasant0.5 km
- Bottom of Mount Pleasant0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: EX320AT · Data under Open Government Licence