EX7 0LY is a safe, established residential area located 0.8km from Dawlish Warren in Dawlish. Administratively it sits within Dawlish North East ward and the Newton Abbot constituency.
For families considering a move, EX7 0LY represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for EX7 0LY are sourced from Output Area E00102453 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EX7 0LY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EX7 0LY.
348
46
£ 43,200 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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.
Area Character
EX7 0LY is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 77% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX7 0LY. The average age is 45.5. 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, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
EX7 0LY has low crime rates — 30 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
8 nearby- Ashcombe AGC1.0 km
- Jammy Brambles0.4 km
- Kazbern Supermarket0.9 km
- Everyday's Supermarket0.9 km
- Exeter Road Post Office0.6 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Langstone Cliff Hotel0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Lee's Bar0.7 km
- Golden Sands Holiday Park0.3 km
- Marina Bowling Club0.7 km
- Mount Pleasant Inn0.7 km
- Shooters0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Cafe Oasis0.9 km
- Cafe Oasis 20.9 km
- The Kitchen0.5 km
- The Restaurant (Ladys Mile Holiday Park)0.4 km
- The Shed Sandwich Bar0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Mei Lai0.6 km
- Oceans Fish Bar and Takeaway0.4 km
- Oceans Pizzeria and Takeaway0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dawlish Warren1.3 km
- Dawlish1.4 km
- Starcross3.9 km
Bus Stops
- Cousens Close0.1 km
- Cousens Close0.1 km
- Firbank Road0.1 km
- Firbank Road0.1 km
- Carhaix Way0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: EX70LY · Data under Open Government Licence