Property trends for EX15

    EX15 covers the south-east Devon area, sitting inland from the coast between Sidmouth and the Exe Valley. It is a predominantly rural district with a mix of small market towns, villages, and countryside properties, appealing to those seeking a quieter, established community setting.

    At a Glance

    Average Property Price - EX15

    £324,633

    51

    National percentile

    12 month avg at 31 Jul 2026

    Average Monthly Rent - EX

    £977

    45

    National percentile

    Estimate at 31 Jul 2026

    Average Net Household Income - EX15

    £39,804

    57

    National percentile

    2023 census data

    Flat / Maisonette Yield - EX

    4.6%

    6

    National percentile

    Estimate at 31 Jul 2026

    10-Year Annualised Price Growth - EX15

    3.8%

    72

    National percentile

    Estimate at 31 Jul 2026

    10-Year Annualised Rent Growth - EX

    3.5%

    23

    National percentile

    Estimate at 31 Jul 2026

    Street Rankings — EX15

    Top 5 streets in EX15 ranked by 3-year average sale price.

    #Street3Y Avg
    1Broad Road£1,350,000
    2Rull Lane£1,250,000
    2Ashill Moor£1,250,000
    4Whitehall£955,000
    5Wressing Field£900,000

    Latest Rent — EX15

    Property Price & Volume Trends

    The latest average price in EX15 is £328,000, broadly in line with the national average. Over the past decade, prices have grown at 3.9% annually—a slightly above-average rate nationally. Transaction activity has slowed: the district recorded 297 sales in the latest full year, down from a 10-year average of 404, suggesting a softer market than its historical trend.

    Rent & Yield Trends

    Average monthly rent in the broader EX postcode area stands at £964, slightly below the national midpoint. Rental growth over ten years has been 3.5% annually—notably slower than the national average, indicating muted demand for lettings in the region. Flat yield has improved to 4.4% from a 10-year average of 3.9%, showing better returns for investors in recent periods.

    Income & Affordability Trends

    Household income is above average at nearly £39,800, placing the district above the national midpoint. Purchase affordability has tightened: the price-to-income ratio has risen from 7.1x in 2016 to 8.6x today, reflecting stronger price growth than income gains. Rental affordability has slightly improved, with the rent-to-income ratio easing from 27.7% to 27%, leaving rents moderately stretched relative to local earnings.

    Resident Demographic Profile

    The population skews notably older and more settled than national averages. Those aged 50–64 represent 21.8% (nearly 2 points above the national norm) and the 65+ group comprise 22.7% (3 points above average), reflecting a mature, retired demographic. Outright home ownership is strong at 38.7%, well above the national 33.7%, whilst younger adults aged 16–24 are notably underrepresented at 8.4% versus the national 11%. The trades workforce is more prominent at 13.9%, matching a rural and semi-rural character.

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