EX7 0FB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Carnac Drive, 1.2km from Dawlish in Dawlish. Administratively it sits within Dawlish North East ward and the Newton Abbot constituency.
For families considering a move, EX7 0FB represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With residents averaging 35 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 57% 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. Property: Average house prices are around £248k, up 43.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for EX7 0FB are sourced from Output Area E00181191 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CARNAC DRIVE, EX7 0FB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CARNAC DRIVE, EX7 0FB.
599
35
£ 43,200 /yr
52%
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
No single demographic signal dominates EX7 0FB — age 35, 57% ownership, 27% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 43.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX7 0FB. The average age is 34.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 227,750
8 sales · Mean £ 243,062
Flat
£ 189,000
5 sales · Mean £ 185,298
Terraced
£ 232,750
12 sales · Mean £ 233,520
Detached
£ 317,500
4 sales · Mean £ 332,487
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
EX7 0FB has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Gatehouse Primary Academy
Dawlish College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Ashcombe AGC0.8 km
- Jammy Brambles0.6 km
- Kazbern Supermarket0.5 km
- Exeter Road Post Office0.8 km
- Marine Stores Premier Express0.8 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Cafe Oasis0.9 km
- Cafe Oasis 20.9 km
- The Kitchen0.6 km
- The Restaurant (Ladys Mile Holiday Park)0.6 km
- The Shed Sandwich Bar0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Mei Lai0.8 km
- Oceans Fish Bar and Takeaway0.6 km
- Oceans Pizzeria and Takeaway0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Golden Sands Holiday Park0.5 km
- Marina Bowling Club0.7 km
- Shooters0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dawlish1.3 km
- Dawlish Warren1.7 km
- Starcross4.1 km
Bus Stops
- Firbank Road0.3 km
- Cousens Close0.3 km
- Firbank Road0.3 km
- Cousens Close0.3 km
- Secmanton Lane0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: EX70FB · Data under Open Government Licence