Postcode Analysis East Devon, South West

DOUGLAS AVENUE, EX8 2HQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DOUGLAS AVENUE, EX8 2HQ.

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Population

290

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Avg Age

71

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Avg Income

£ 42,300 /yr

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Employed

20%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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7/10
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1/10
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6/10
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1/10
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6/10
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6/10
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7/10
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10/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 86% owner-occupation and an average age of 71, EX8 2HQ is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £401k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending up 16.5% year-on-year.

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

EX8 2HQ is a sought-after residential area on Douglas Avenue, 0.6km from Exmouth in Exmouth. Administratively it sits within Exmouth Littleham ward and the East Devon constituency.

For serious buyers, EX8 2HQ is a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. Average age 71 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 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 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £401k, up 16.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for EX8 2HQ are sourced from Output Area E00100786 (shared with 9 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 EX8 2HQ. The average age is 70.8. 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 Asian1.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

20%Active
FT: 14%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Flat

£ 400,000

15 sales · Mean £ 366,400

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

EX8 2HQ has low crime rates — 16 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.

Violence and sexual offences17
Anti-social behaviour5
Criminal damage and arson4
Other crime2
Burglary2

school Local Schools

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Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education

Requires Improvement39 pupils0.6 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Exmouth

Good176 pupils0.8 km
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The Beacon Church of England (VA) Primary School

Good183 pupils1.1 km
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Exeter Road Community Primary School

Requires Improvement221 pupils1.3 km
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Marpool Primary School

Good423 pupils1.5 km
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Exmouth Community College

Requires Improvement2225 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Cranford Sports Club0.7 km
  • Bicton Inn0.9 km
  • Exmouth Cricket Club0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Ocean Beach Shack0.5 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • RNLI (Shop)0.8 km
  • Callands Budgens0.8 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Swallows B And B0.7 km
  • Ashton Court Hotel0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Churchill Contract Catering T/a Radish0.5 km
  • Fortes At Foxholes Ltd0.8 km
  • Ocean0.8 km
  • The Tea Hut0.8 km
  • Harbour View Cafe0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Exmouth1.4 km
  • Dawlish Warren3.7 km
  • Starcross3.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Devoncourt Hotel0.1 km
  • Devoncourt Hotel0.1 km
  • Cranford Avenue0.2 km
  • Cranford Avenue0.2 km
  • Maer Road0.2 km