Postcode Analysis North Devon, South West

WEST CHALLACOMBE LANE, EX34 0BR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST CHALLACOMBE LANE, EX34 0BR.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

296

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 39,500 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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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6/10
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1/10
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3/10
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4/10
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4/10
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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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Area Character

EX34 0BR is a mixed residential postcode — average age 45, 78% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £399k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

EX34 0BR is a safe, established residential area on West Challacombe Lane, 0.5km from Seaside in Combe Martin. Administratively it sits within Combe Martin ward and the North Devon constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in EX34, EX34 0BR 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. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 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 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £399k.

Census 2021 statistics for EX34 0BR are sourced from Output Area E00101789 (shared with 17 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 EX34 0BR. The average age is 44.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.0%
Asian / British Asian1.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.7%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 317,475

2 sales · Mean £ 317,475

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

EX34 0BR has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences10
Criminal damage and arson5
Public order4
Other theft3
Anti-social behaviour2

school Local Schools

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Combe Martin Primary School

Good164 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Combe Martin Farm Shop0.4 km
  • Meaden's Marvellous Makes0.2 km
  • Seaside Stores0.5 km
  • Sugarush0.5 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

7 nearby
  • Acorns Guest House0.6 km
  • Channel Vista Guest House0.6 km
  • Mellstock House0.6 km
  • Saffron House Hotel0.1 km
  • Seaweed Holidays0.3 km
  • + 2 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Castle Inn0.9 km
  • Pack o' Cards0.5 km
  • Snooker Club0.2 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Village Hall0.8 km
  • TD Catering0.5 km
  • The Dolphin Bar And Bistro0.5 km
  • Tides In and Out Cafe & Takeaway0.4 km
  • Village Bakery0.2 km
  • + 5 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Barnstaple14.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Richards TV0.1 km
  • Richards TV0.1 km
  • Umber Close0.2 km
  • Libra Gardens0.2 km
  • King Street Stores0.3 km