EX39 1AF is a safe, established residential area on Bay View Road, 0.2km from Buckleigh in Westward Ho!. Administratively it sits within Westward Ho! ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.
For families considering a move, EX39 1AF represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £211k, up 29.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for EX39 1AF are sourced from Output Area E00102889 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BAY VIEW ROAD, EX39 1AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BAY VIEW ROAD, EX39 1AF.
525
43
£ 41,900 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: EX39 1AF represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
EX39 1AF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 73% 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 up 29.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX39 1AF. The average age is 43.4. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 181,500
8 sales · Mean £ 183,437
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
EX39 1AF has low crime rates — 42 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
St Margaret's Church of England (Aided) Junior School
St George's Church of England (VA) Infant and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Arnolds Pharmacy0.4 km
- Beach Shop0.5 km
- Country Cottage Bakery0.3 km
- F Heard Quality Meats0.3 km
- Ho Gifts0.5 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Tors Top Bed And Breakfast0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Fairway Buoy0.5 km
- Royal North Devon Golf Club0.9 km
- The Village Inn0.3 km
- Waterfront Inn0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- A Slice Of Life Cafe0.5 km
- Beach Coffee0.4 km
- Country Cousins0.5 km
- M Rock And Bowl0.6 km
- Moran's Restaurant And Bar0.5 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Atlantic Bay Fish And Chips0.5 km
- Cabana0.5 km
- Hong Kong Diner0.3 km
- Julies Ice Cream Parlour0.5 km
- Nice Ice Cream Parlour0.5 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Barnstaple12.6 km
- Chapleton15.0 km
- Umberleigh18.3 km
Bus Stops
- Buckleigh Cross0.1 km
- Buckleigh Cross0.1 km
- Kingsley Road0.2 km
- Francis Drive0.3 km
- Atlantic Way0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: EX391AF · Data under Open Government Licence