Is EX5 1BW a safe place to live?

Yes, EX5 1BW is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 13 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in EX5 1BW?

The average property price in EX5 1BW is currently around £255k.

What is the population of EX5 1BW?

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

Postcode Analysis East Devon, South West

MANOR PARK, EX5 1BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MANOR PARK, EX5 1BW.

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 1BW 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

Families dominate this postcode. With 71% owner-occupation and average age 39, EX5 1BW has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 7.1% year-on-year.

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

EX5 1BW is a sought-after residential area on Manor Park, 0.1km from Bishop's Clyst in Clyst St Mary. Administratively it sits within Clyst Valley ward and the East Devon constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £255k, down 7.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for EX5 1BW 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 1BW. 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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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 220,500

4 sales · Mean £ 225,250

Semi-Detached

£ 260,000

7 sales · Mean £ 265,000

Flat

£ 125,000

1 sales · Mean £ 125,000

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

EX5 1BW has low crime rates — 13 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 offences9

Criminal damage and arson2

Anti-social behaviour1

Drugs1

Possession of weapons1

school Local Schools

Clyst St Mary Primary School

Good175 pupils0.1 km

Stansfield Academy

Requires Improvement37 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby

Winslade Manor & The Forge0.9 km
Costa Coffee1.0 km
The 1925 Kitchen0.7 km
Bar and Grill1.0 km
Costa Coffee Drive Thru1.0 km
+ 4 more

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby

Petrol Station, Moto Hospitality Ltd1.0 km
Home Baked Cakes By Kay0.1 km
M & S Simply Food1.0 km
Mills Stores0.1 km
WH Smith1.0 km

hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby

Travelodge1.0 km
Eastcote Luxury Guest House0.7 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub