Is EX34 0LJ a safe place to live?

Yes, EX34 0LJ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 20 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in EX34 0LJ?

The average property price in EX34 0LJ is currently around £306k.

What is the population of EX34 0LJ?

The population for the EX34 0LJ area is approximately 340 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis North Devon, South West

RECTORY ROAD, EX34 0LJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RECTORY ROAD, EX34 0LJ.

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

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Population

340

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 39,500 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: EX34 0LJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10

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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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3/10

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2/10

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7/10

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9/10

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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. EX34 0LJ's 70% ownership and 48-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

EX34 0LJ is a safe, established residential area on Rectory Road, 0.5km from Combe Martin in Combe Martin. Administratively it sits within Combe Martin ward and the North Devon constituency.

For serious buyers, EX34 0LJ is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 48) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 70% 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 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £306k.

Census 2021 statistics for EX34 0LJ are sourced from Output Area E00101788 (shared with 18 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 0LJ. The average age is 47.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.3%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean1.5%

Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

39%Active

FT: 20%

Unemployed: 1%

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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

Detached

£ 373,000

2 sales · Mean £ 373,000

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

EX34 0LJ has low crime rates — 20 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences13

Public order5

Burglary3

Anti-social behaviour2

Shoplifting2

school Local Schools

Combe Martin Primary School

Good164 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby

Central Convenience - Combe Martin Services0.6 km
Manleigh Holiday Park0.4 km
Meaden's Marvellous Makes0.8 km
West Country Fayre0.4 km

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby

Saffron House Hotel0.9 km
Lion House0.6 km

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby

Castle Inn0.2 km
Pack o' Cards0.5 km
Ye Olde George And Dragon0.1 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Village Hall0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Barnstaple14.1 km

Bus Stops

St Johns House0.1 km
St Johns House0.2 km
Health Centre0.2 km
Health Centre0.2 km
Fire Station0.3 km