Is EX32 0AU a safe place to live?

Yes, EX32 0AU is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 7 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in EX32 0AU?

The average property price in EX32 0AU is currently around £340k.

What is the population of EX32 0AU?

The population for the EX32 0AU area is approximately 262 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis North Devon, South West

SOUTH VIEW, EX32 0AU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOUTH VIEW, EX32 0AU.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-11 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

262

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 44,300 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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8/10

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7/10

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3/10

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3/10

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2/10

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7/10

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5/10

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10/10

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6/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. EX32 0AU spans multiple life stages — average age 53, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

EX32 0AU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on South View, 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 0AU offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 53 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 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 £340k.

Census 2021 statistics for EX32 0AU are sourced from Output Area E00101887 (shared with 10 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 EX32 0AU. 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

White / British99.2%

Asian / British Asian0.4%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

45%Active

FT: 27%

Unemployed: 3%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 297,750

2 sales · Mean £ 297,750

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

EX32 0AU 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.

Violence and sexual offences5

Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

Bishops Tawton Primary School

Good170 pupils0.7 km

The Park Community School

Requires Improvement1454 pupils1.1 km

Holywell Church of England School

Good96 pupils1.3 km

Newport Community School Primary Academy

Outstanding474 pupils1.4 km

The Lampard Community School

Good145 pupils1.5 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