EX39 1AY is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Bay View Road, 0.6km from Morwenna in Northam. Administratively it sits within Northam ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in EX39, EX39 1AY offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. Average age 60 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 88% 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £407k, up 18.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for EX39 1AY are sourced from Output Area E00102836 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BAY VIEW ROAD, EX39 1AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BAY VIEW ROAD, EX39 1AY.
262
60
£ 41,900 /yr
30%
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
EX39 1AY is a settled retirement community — average age 60, 88% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £407k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending up 18.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX39 1AY. The average age is 60.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 460,000
6 sales · Mean £ 432,666
Terraced
£ 405,000
6 sales · Mean £ 367,500
Semi-Detached
£ 330,000
5 sales · Mean £ 344,000
Flat
£ 280,000
17 sales · Mean £ 292,441
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
EX39 1AY has low crime rates — 13 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
3 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.2 km
- Costcutter0.5 km
- Northam News0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Durrant House Hotel0.7 km
- Lowborough B\&B1.0 km
- Bideford Beehives Bed And Breakfast0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Golden Lion0.5 km
- Kingsley Inn0.4 km
- Royal North Devon Golf Club0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Memories Restaurant0.4 km
- Par Dining0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Kingsburg0.5 km
- Seahorse Fish And Chips0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Barnstaple11.5 km
- Chapleton13.9 km
- Umberleigh17.2 km
Bus Stops
- Fairlea Crescent0.1 km
- Fairlea Crescent0.1 km
- Memorial0.3 km
- Lenards Road0.4 km
- Library0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: EX391AY · Data under Open Government Licence