EX5 in South Devon has recorded a 5-year price compound annual growth rate of 1.6%, placing it in the 41st percentile nationally with a trajectory score of 48.8/100. Rental growth over the same period has outpaced capital appreciation at 4.6% annually, suggesting stronger yield returns than price gains. Population increased modestly by 0.9% over five years, indicating limited demographic momentum. The district remains in a latent gentrification stage, meaning physical regeneration and demographic change have not yet substantially altered the area's character. These metrics suggest EX5 exhibits restrained market dynamics with rental activity providing greater returns than property value growth.
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- 1Property prices up 1.2% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 4.6% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.9% per year
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What's changing in Exeter · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 1.0 points this month to 50/100, driven mainly by price opportunity.
56 planning applications submitted in EX5 over the last six months, including 1 new build residential scheme, 1 demolition.
- Proposed single storey extensions and alterations to the existing garage, incorporating enlargement towards the dwelling and adding a pitched roof. Alteration to fenestration and addition of cladding.Jun 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Erection of 2 storey side extension and creation of windows in North West Elevation following demolition of existing conservatoryMar 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Ground floor extension and internal alterationsJul 2026 · Awaiting decision
Exeter (EX5) common questions
Is Exeter up and coming?
Exeter (EX5) has a trajectory score of 50/100 (Average), placing it in the top 51% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is up 6.2 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Exeter safe?
Exeter has a safety score of 85/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Exeter?
The average property price in Exeter (EX5) is £279k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 1.2% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Exeter?
The median monthly rent in Exeter (EX5) is £864 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Exeter?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Exeter (EX1), Exeter (EX4), Exeter (EX2), Ottery St Mary (EX11), Exeter (EX6). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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