Postcode Analysis East Devon, South West

WEST HILL, EX9 6BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST HILL, EX9 6BS.

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Population

232

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Avg Age

63

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Avg Income

£ 48,500 /yr

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Employed

34%

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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3/10
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3/10
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3/10
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4/10
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6/10
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2/10
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7/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Average age 63, 71% owned. EX9 6BS is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £521k reflects the demand.

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

EX9 6BS is a sought-after residential area on West Hill, 0.1km from West Hill in Budleigh Salterton. Administratively it sits within Budleigh & Raleigh ward and the East Devon constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in EX9, EX9 6BS offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 63 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 71% 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 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £521k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for EX9 6BS are sourced from Output Area E00100677 (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 EX9 6BS. The average age is 62.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.8%
Asian / British Asian1.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

34%Active
FT: 21%
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

Semi-Detached

£ 521,250

2 sales · Mean £ 521,250

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

EX9 6BS has low crime rates — 10 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 offences7
Anti-social behaviour6
Criminal damage and arson5
Other theft4
Shoplifting4

school Local Schools

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St Peter's Church of England Primary School

Good314 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • Oxfam0.2 km
  • Budleigh Unwrapped0.4 km
  • High Street Fruit and Veg0.3 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.3 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.3 km
  • + 7 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Christine Gibbs0.3 km
  • Long Range Hotel1.0 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Budleigh Salterton Club0.6 km
  • Budleigh Salterton Croquet Club Ltd0.4 km
  • Budleigh Salterton Football Club0.7 km
  • East Devon Golf Club0.6 km
  • Salterton Arms0.4 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • Brook Kitchen0.2 km
  • Budleigh Fish And Chips0.4 km
  • Budleigh Village0.3 km
  • Granny Gothard's0.2 km
  • L'Image0.2 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco Stores Ltd0.4 km
  • The Co-operative Food0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Budleigh Pizza And Grill0.3 km
  • China Banquet0.3 km
  • Cloudforest Plants Ltd0.3 km
  • West End Beach Kiosk0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Exmouth6.1 km
  • Lympstone7.2 km
  • Lympstone Village7.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Meadow Road0.0 km
  • Westbourne Terrace0.0 km
  • Public Hall0.2 km
  • Library0.2 km
  • Moor Lane0.3 km