Is EX5 4AP a safe place to live?

Yes, EX5 4AP is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 16 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in EX5 4AP?

The average property price in EX5 4AP is currently around £268k.

What is the population of EX5 4AP?

The population for the EX5 4AP area is approximately 302 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis East Devon, South West

MYRTLE COTTAGES, EX5 4AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MYRTLE COTTAGES, EX5 4AP.

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

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Population

302

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: EX5 4AP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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9/10

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5/10

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1/10

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5/10

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3/10

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2/10

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1/10

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6/10

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2/10

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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 72% owner-occupation and average age 49, EX5 4AP has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

EX5 4AP is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Myrtle Cottages, 0.1km from Stoke Canon in Stoke Canon. Administratively it sits within Exe Valley ward and the Central Devon constituency.

For families considering a move, EX5 4AP represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a low density wholesale and retail character: low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. At 49 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £268k.

Census 2021 statistics for EX5 4AP are sourced from Output Area E00100733 (shared with 13 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 4AP. The average age is 48.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.3%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.7%

Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

52%Active

FT: 35%

Unemployed: 3%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 245,000

3 sales · Mean £ 238,500

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

EX5 4AP has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences3

Burglary3

Anti-social behaviour2

Vehicle crime2

Criminal damage and arson1

school Local Schools

Stoke Canon Church of England Primary School and Pre-School

Good78 pupils0.1 km

Brampford Speke Church of England Primary School

Good67 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Culm Vale Country House0.7 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Kitchen Stoke Canon Inn0.1 km

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Post Office Stores0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Polsloe Bridge4.4 km
Pinhoe4.5 km
St James’ Park4.6 km

Bus Stops

Post Office opp0.1 km
Post Office0.1 km
Lower Bridge Cottages0.2 km
Lower Bridge Cottages0.2 km
Hawthorn Cottages0.3 km