Crab Apple is in Cranbrook, Exeter and in East Devon district. EX5 7EH is located in the Cranbrook electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of East Devon. This postcode has been in use since 2016-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Crab Apple, Cranbrook, Exeter, EX5 7EH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX5 7FG, EX5 7EN, EX5 7EB, EX5 7EX, EX5 7EZ, EX5 7EW, EX5 7ED, EX5 7EL, EX5 7FE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding EX5 7EH has a slightly higher male population, with 51% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48% | 49% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 52% | 51% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.3% | 38.8% | 15.5% | 37.9% | 0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.1% | 48.8% | -13.3% | 44.2% | 4.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 3.5% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 7.5% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 0.9% | -3.5% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (92.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 58% | 64.3% | 6.3% | 48.4% | 15.9% |
| Good health | 29.7% | 27.8% | -1.9% | 33.6% | -5.8% |
| Fair health | 8.9% | 5% | -3.9% | 12.7% | -7.7% |
| Bad health | 3% | 2.9% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around EX5 7EH this area, 4.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 44.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16% | 4.7% | -11.3% | 18.2% | -13.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 4.7% | -10.3% | 9.6% | -4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 14.7% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 2.8% | -1.6% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 28.4% | 16.7% | 16.9% | 11.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 34% | 44.4% | 10.4% | 33.8% | 10.6% |
| Other | 2.9% | 0.5% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 93.3% | 94.7% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 92.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.9% | 92.3% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 3.2% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 92% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 1% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.1% | 76.7% | 5.4% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 15% | 13.5% | 1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.1% | 37.2% | 21.9% |
| Christian | 35.1% | 46.2% | -11.1% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Crab Apple was 90.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.9% higher than the Cranbrook average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Crab Apple has the 9th highest crime rate of 41 local areas in Cranbrook and the 73rd highest crime rate of 480 local areas in East Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 70.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Crab Apple, Exeter, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2025-10-06 | £245,000 |
| 2 Crab Apple, Exeter, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-09-27 | £248,521 |
| 3 Crab Apple, Exeter, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2024-09-17 | £337,904 |
| 2 Crab Apple, Exeter, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £223,000 | 2021-06-11 | £263,980 |
| 3 Crab Apple, Exeter, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2019-11-08 | £355,484 |
EX5 7EH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 256 |
| Part-Time Employee | 65 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Education | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Martin's CofE Primary & Nursery School Younghayes Road , Cranbrook EX5 7DT | 3out of 4 | 739 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rockbeare Church of England Primary School and Pre-School Rockbeare , EX5 2EQ | 3out of 4 | 1,198 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadclyst Community Primary School School Lane , Broadclyst EX5 3JG | 4out of 4 | 3,554 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whimple Primary School Whimple , EX5 2TS | 3out of 4 | 4,407 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westclyst Community Primary School Maddick Road , Westclyst EX1 3YG | 4out of 4 | 4,601 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clyst Vale Community College Station Road , Broadclyst EX5 3AJ | 3out of 4 | 2,842 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cranbrook Education Campus Tillhouse Road , Cranbrook EX5 7EE | 3out of 4 | 773 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe At 143 | 143 Younghayes Road, Cranbrook | 1,029 yd | |
| Site Bites (Butter Me Up) | STREET RECORD, Yonder Acre Way | 1,043 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cranberry Farm | Badger Way, Cranbrook | 397 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seamasters Fish And Chips Ltd | 153 Younghayes Road, Cranbrook | 950 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-operative Ltd | 147 Younghayes Road, Cranbrook | 1,029 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Martin'S C Of E Primary School (Cranbrook) YOUNGHAYES ROAD | grass pitches | 808 yd |
| Cranbrook Education Campus TILLHOUSE ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 898 yd |
| Rockbeare C Of E Primary School & Preschool | grass pitches | 1,088 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 177.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.