Is EX5 5BZ a safe place to live?

Yes, EX5 5BZ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 6 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in EX5 5BZ?

The average property price in EX5 5BZ is currently around £547k.

What is the population of EX5 5BZ?

The population for the EX5 5BZ area is approximately 301 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Mid Devon, South West

GODOLPHIN CLOSE, EX5 5BZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GODOLPHIN CLOSE, EX5 5BZ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

301

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 47,800 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: EX5 5BZ 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.

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9/10

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7/10

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1/10

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5/10

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1/10

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8/10

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5/10

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9/10

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5/10

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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, EX5 5BZ combines high owner-occupation (86%), strong property values (£547k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 23.6% year-on-year.

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

EX5 5BZ is a safe, established residential area on Godolphin Close, 0.5km from West Town in Newton St Cyres. Administratively it sits within Newbrooke ward and the Central Devon constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in EX5, EX5 5BZ offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 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 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £547k, down 23.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for EX5 5BZ are sourced from Output Area E00101612 (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 5BZ. The average age is 46.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.7%

Asian / British Asian0.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

47%Active

FT: 30%

Unemployed: 2%

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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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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 482,500

6 sales · Mean £ 462,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

EX5 5BZ has low crime rates — 6 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 theft2

Violence and sexual offences2

Criminal damage and arson1

Public order1

school Local Schools

Newton St Cyres Primary School

Good117 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Beer Engine1.0 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Newton St Cyres V/Hall Adonai Comm Kitchen0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Newton St Cyres0.8 km
Crediton4.4 km
Exeter St Davids5.6 km

Bus Stops

Belluno0.1 km
Belluno0.1 km
Primary School0.3 km
Primary School0.4 km