EX33 1AJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on North Street, 0.3km from Braunton in Braunton. Administratively it sits within Braunton West & Georgeham ward and the North Devon constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in EX33, EX33 1AJ offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 78% 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £369k, down 28.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for EX33 1AJ are sourced from Output Area E00101746 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NORTH STREET, EX33 1AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORTH STREET, EX33 1AJ.
268
52
£ 45,000 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
EX33 1AJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 78% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 28.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX33 1AJ. The average age is 51.8. 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
£ 278,000
7 sales · Mean £ 280,142
Semi-Detached
£ 416,500
3 sales · Mean £ 343,166
Detached
£ 510,000
2 sales · Mean £ 510,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
EX33 1AJ has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Caen Community Primary School
Kingsacre Primary School
Braunton Academy
Southmead School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Birchwood Price Tools0.8 km
- Braunton Service Station0.7 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.3 km
- South Street Food Bank0.7 km
- Luxury leisure0.1 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- Brauntons Bed and Breakfast0.6 km
- Stockwell Lodge0.7 km
- The Brookfield0.5 km
- Brock Lodge0.8 km
- Silver Cottage Bed And Breakfast0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Agricultural Inn0.3 km
- Braunton Bowling Club0.3 km
- Mariners Arms0.4 km
- The Braunton Venue0.8 km
- The London Inn0.2 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
19 nearby- Bambu0.3 km
- Braunton Cricket Club0.4 km
- Braunton Food Bank0.7 km
- Hang Loose Bar and Kitchen0.1 km
- Heartbreak Hotel Coffee0.2 km
- + 14 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco0.8 km
- The Co-Operative Food0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Cj's Sandwich Shop0.2 km
- Good Fortune0.2 km
- Hong Kong Chef0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Barnstaple8.1 km
- Chapleton14.4 km
- Umberleigh17.9 km
Bus Stops
- The Bridge0.1 km
- The Bridge0.1 km
- Field Lane0.2 km
- Field Lane0.2 km
- Heanton Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: EX331AJ · Data under Open Government Licence