Is EX5 1BS a safe place to live?

Yes, EX5 1BS is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 8 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in EX5 1BS?

The average property price in EX5 1BS is currently around £220k.

What is the population of EX5 1BS?

The population for the EX5 1BS area is approximately 496 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis East Devon, South West

TUGELA TERRACE, EX5 1BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TUGELA TERRACE, EX5 1BS.

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

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Population

496

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 54,800 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: EX5 1BS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10

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6/10

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4/10

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9/10

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3/10

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9/10

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4/10

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6/10

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5/10

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Area Character

EX5 1BS is an established family neighbourhood — 71% owner-occupation and an average age of 39 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

EX5 1BS is a sought-after residential area on Tugela Terrace, 0.2km from Bishop's Clyst in Clyst St Mary. Administratively it sits within Clyst Valley ward and the East Devon constituency.

For families considering a move, EX5 1BS represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £220k.

Census 2021 statistics for EX5 1BS are sourced from Output Area E00100706 (shared with 25 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 EX5 1BS. The average age is 39.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.4%

Asian / British Asian1.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed2.6%

Economic Activity

53%Active

FT: 39%

Unemployed: 2%

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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 220,000

1 sales · Mean £ 220,000

Semi-Detached

£ 220,000

1 sales · Mean £ 220,000

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

EX5 1BS has low crime rates — 8 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.

Violence and sexual offences8

Anti-social behaviour1

Criminal damage and arson1

Drugs1

Possession of weapons1

school Local Schools

Clyst St Mary Primary School

Good175 pupils0.2 km

Stansfield Academy

Requires Improvement37 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby

Petrol Station, Moto Hospitality Ltd0.9 km
Home Baked Cakes By Kay0.2 km
M & S Simply Food0.9 km
Mills Stores0.1 km
WH Smith0.9 km

hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby

Travelodge0.9 km
Eastcote Luxury Guest House0.8 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby

The Half Moon Inn0.1 km
David Lloyd Leisure0.9 km
The Blue Ball0.4 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby

Costa Coffee0.9 km
The 1925 Kitchen0.8 km
Bar and Grill0.9 km
Costa Coffee Drive Thru0.9 km
Costa Coffee Kiosk 20.9 km
+ 3 more

fastfood

Takeaway Shop