Is EX5 1BY a safe place to live?

Yes, EX5 1BY is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 10 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of EX5 1BY?

The population for the EX5 1BY area is approximately 398 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis East Devon, South West

EX5 1BY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EX5 1BY.

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

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Population

398

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 54,800 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: EX5 1BY is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. 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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7/10

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1/10

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3/10

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2/10

paymentsAffluence

8/10

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2/10

homeHome Ownership

7/10

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3/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. EX5 1BY spans multiple life stages — average age 46, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

EX5 1BY is a sought-after residential area located 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 1BY represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. The 46 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for EX5 1BY are sourced from Output Area E00100702 (shared with 15 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 1BY. The average age is 45.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%

Asian / British Asian1.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

50%Active

FT: 27%

Unemployed: 3%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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

EX5 1BY has low crime rates — 10 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 pupils0.1 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
KFC1.0 km
The 1925 Kitchen0.7 km
Bar and Grill1.0 km
+ 4 more

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby

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

hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby

Travelodge1.0 km
Eastcote Luxury Guest House0.7 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub