EX5 5EW is a safe, established residential area located 0.2km from Cowley in East Devon. Administratively it sits within Exe Valley ward and the Central Devon constituency.
For families considering a move, EX5 5EW represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for EX5 5EW are sourced from Output Area E00100736 (shared with 21 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EX5 5EW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EX5 5EW.
236
46
£ 0 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 68% owner-occupation and average age 46, EX5 5EW 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 5EW. The average age is 46.3. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
EX5 5EW has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and bicycle theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Avanti Hall School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Rontec University0.9 km
- RS&SJ Risdon0.9 km
- Barton Place Farm0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Stables0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Bernaville Nurseries0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Exeter St Davids2.3 km
- St James’ Park2.9 km
- Exeter Central2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Chapel0.2 km
- Chapel0.2 km
- The New Inn0.4 km
- Cowley Bridge0.4 km
- Cowley Bridge0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: EX55EW · Data under Open Government Licence