EX7 0LD is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Fordens Lane, 0.4km from Holcombe in Holcombe (Teignbridge). Administratively it sits within Dawlish South West ward and the Newton Abbot constituency.
For serious buyers, EX7 0LD is a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a rural with mining or quarrying zone — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Residents here average 58 years — a mature, stable demographic with deep roots in the area and very low property turnover. 90% 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 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £588k, up 8.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for EX7 0LD are sourced from Output Area E00102496 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FORDENS LANE, EX7 0LD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FORDENS LANE, EX7 0LD.
326
58
£ 39,400 /yr
32%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: EX7 0LD 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.
Area Character
EX7 0LD is a settled retirement community — average age 58, 90% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With £588k prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode. Property prices are trending up 8.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX7 0LD. The average age is 57.9. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 552,500
2 sales · Mean £ 552,500
Detached
£ 520,000
17 sales · Mean £ 501,970
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
EX7 0LD has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Orchard Manor School
Westcliff Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Holcombe Village Stores0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Salty Dog Kiosk0.4 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Minadab Cottage0.6 km
- The Beeches Bed And Breakfast0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Castle Inn0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- The Smugglers Inn0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dawlish1.9 km
- Teignmouth2.3 km
- Dawlish Warren4.4 km
Bus Stops
- Holcombe Lane0.2 km
- Holcombe Lane0.3 km
- Smugglers Inn0.3 km
- Smugglers Inn0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: EX70LD · Data under Open Government Licence