Is EX5 2JL a safe place to live?

Yes, EX5 2JL is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 2 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in EX5 2JL?

The average property price in EX5 2JL is currently around £290k.

What is the population of EX5 2JL?

The population for the EX5 2JL area is approximately 345 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis East Devon, South West

HARP LANE, EX5 2JL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HARP LANE, EX5 2JL.

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Population

345

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 49,200 /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 2JL 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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9/10

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1/10

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3/10

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1/10

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9/10

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2/10

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9/10

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4/10

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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, EX5 2JL combines high owner-occupation (86%), strong property values (£290k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £290k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

EX5 2JL is a sought-after residential area on Harp Lane, 1.0km from Aylesbeare in East Devon. Administratively it sits within West Hill & Aylesbeare ward and the East Devon constituency.

For serious buyers, EX5 2JL is a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 86% 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 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £290k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for EX5 2JL are sourced from Output Area E00100920 (shared with 22 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 2JL. The average age is 47.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.3%

Asian / British Asian0.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.3%

Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

50%Active

FT: 30%

Unemployed: 3%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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Detached

£ 290,000

1 sales · Mean £ 290,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)

EX5 2JL has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Other theft1

Violence and sexual offences1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Oaklands Service Station0.4 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Hidden Oak Equine & Country Store & Cafe0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Cranbrook (Devon)6.2 km
Whimple6.7 km
Exton7.3 km

Bus Stops

Harp Lane0.1 km
Harp Lane0.1 km