Postcode Analysis Mid Devon, South West

EX5 5LX House Prices & Local Information

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

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-11 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

299

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 51,200 /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 5LX 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10
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10/10
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1/10
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8/10
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3/10
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8/10
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1/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. EX5 5LX spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. £387k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

EX5 5LX is a safe, established residential area located 0.3km from Latchmoor Green in Mid Devon. Administratively it sits within Cadbury ward and the Central Devon constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in EX5, EX5 5LX offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 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 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £387k.

Census 2021 statistics for EX5 5LX are sourced from Output Area E00101471 (shared with 24 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 5LX. The average age is 43.7. 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 Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 387,500

3 sales · Mean £ 394,666

Detached

£ 650,000

1 sales · Mean £ 650,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

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

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Thorverton Church of England Primary School

Good86 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Exe Valley Farm Shop0.8 km
  • Berry Dairy0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Thorverton Arms0.9 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Ruby Red Cafe0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newton St Cyres5.9 km
  • Pinhoe8.0 km
  • St James’ Park8.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Silver Street0.4 km
  • Silver Street0.4 km