EX5 2BD is a mixed residential area within the EX5 district of East Devon. Administratively it sits within Whimple & Rockbeare ward and the East Devon constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Census 2021 statistics for EX5 2BD are sourced from Output Area E00100670 (shared with 53 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EX5 2BD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EX5 2BD.
312
45
£ 0 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: EX5 2BD falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 57% owner-occupation and average age 45, EX5 2BD has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX5 2BD. The average age is 45.2. 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 demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- ABM Catering Limited0.9 km
- Coastline Cafe0.0 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- W H Smith Travel Ltd0.0 km
- World Duty Free (A Dufry Company)0.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Hampton By Hilton0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cranbrook (Devon)2.1 km
- Pinhoe3.8 km
- Digby & Sowton4.4 km
Bus Stops
- Exeter International Airport0.0 km
- Exeter International Airport0.0 km
- Exeter International Airport0.1 km
- Westcott Road0.2 km
- Fair Oak Court0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: EX52BD · Data under Open Government Licence