Postcode Analysis East Devon, South West

EX5 5HY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EX5 5HY.

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

306

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: EX5 5HY falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged 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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7/10
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1/10
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3/10
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1/10
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3/10
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2/10
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6/10
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Area Character

EX5 5HY is an established family neighbourhood — 67% owner-occupation and an average age of 46 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £360k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

EX5 5HY is a safe, established residential area located 0.4km from Jack Moor in East Devon. Administratively it sits within Exe Valley ward and the Central Devon constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Residents average 46 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £360k.

Census 2021 statistics for EX5 5HY are sourced from Output Area E00100735 (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 5HY. The average age is 45.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.4%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.3%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 360,000

1 sales · Mean £ 360,000

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

EX5 5HY has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Upton Pyne Club0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newton St Cyres2.6 km
  • Exeter St Davids5.2 km
  • St James’ Park5.3 km