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Location in DevonHollis Head sits where the marker shows within the county.

25,845
Population
7,884
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£63,282
Avg. household income
1,506
Businesses
111
People per km²
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About Hollis Head

Hollis Head is located in Devon, England, within the EX5 postcode area. This area is primarily residential, offering a mix of housing styles that reflect the local architecture. The surrounding landscape features typical Devonshire countryside, with fields and hedgerows that provide a pleasant backdrop for walks and outdoor activities.

Nearby amenities include local shops and services that cater to the daily needs of residents. The community is well-connected by road, making it easy to access nearby towns and attractions. Hollis Head is also in proximity to the River Exe, which offers opportunities for leisure activities such as walking along the riverbank. Overall, Hollis Head serves as a quiet place to live, with convenient access to the natural beauty and amenities of Devon.

School Ratings in Hollis Head

There are 25 schools in and around Hollis Head. Broadclyst Community Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Hollis Head

The average property price is £348K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £246K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Hollis Head

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is prevalent across Hollis Head, with 8 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Hollis Head

Hollis Head sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Hollis Head

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Hollis Head, the nearest being Wyndham House Surgery (2.9 miles away).

Local Data for Hollis Head

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Property Prices 4,469 sales

Average Price £348K
£750 , £17.65M
Detached £459K 1,418
Semi £290K 1,057
Terraced £246K 1,433
Flat £173K 200

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

17 Primary
4 Secondary
4 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 9

Ofsted ratings for schools in the EX5 postcode area.

The Duchy School Bradninch Primary 1.9 miles Broadclyst Community Primary School Primary Outstanding 2.1 miles Clyst Vale Community College Secondary Good 2.6 miles Clyst Hydon Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles Silverton Church of England Primary School Primary 2.8 miles Cranbrook Education Campus All-through Good 3.1 miles St Martin's CofE Primary & Nursery School Primary 3.5 miles Whimple Primary School Primary Good 3.6 miles Rockbeare Church of England Primary School and Pre-School Primary 3.8 miles Westclyst Community Primary School Primary Outstanding 3.8 miles Stoke Canon Church of England Primary School and Pre-School Primary Good 3.8 miles Plymtree Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.9 miles

Household Income in Hollis Head ONS 2023

The average total household income in Hollis Head is approximately £63,282 a year before tax, 14% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £46,964. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Hollis Head £63,282
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £46,964.

Businesses in Hollis Head ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,506 active businesses based in Hollis Head, around 58 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 28 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,506 Total businesses
58 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Hollis Head IMD 2025

Hollis Head sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
7/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 20%
Working age 60%
Older 65+ 20%
5,142 Children (0-15) 20%
15,383 Working Age 60%
5,299 Older (65+) 21%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 21.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.4% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Hollis Head 69 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Hollis Head records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.

Violence & Sexual Offences 44
Criminal Damage & Arson 8
Other Crime 5
Public Order 4
Anti-Social Behaviour 3
Other Theft 2
Vehicle Crime 2
Theft from Person 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Cranbrook (Devon) Train Station 3.6 miles
Whimple Train Station 3.7 miles
Pinhoe Train Station 4.3 miles
Polsloe Bridge Train Station 5.5 miles
St James Park (Exeter) Train Station 6.1 miles
Newcourt Train Station 6.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Budlake 0.6 miles Beare 0.6 miles Hele 1.2 miles Westwood 1.8 miles Ellerhayes 1.8 miles Stockwell 1.8 miles Clyst St Lawrence 1.9 miles Burrow 1.9 miles Bradninch 1.9 miles Broadclyst 2 miles Higher Burrowtown 2 miles Langford 2.2 miles

Local Government

District East Devon
County Devon
Ward Clyst Valley
Constituency East Devon
Parish Sowton
Region South West

Home Ownership in Hollis Head

Of the 10,644 households in and around Hollis Head, 74% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 15% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 74% Social rented 12% Private rented 15%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Hollis Head.

Frequently Asked Questions about Hollis Head

What is the population of Hollis Head?
Hollis Head has a population of approximately 25,845 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Hollis Head?
The average property in and around Hollis Head sold for about £348,013, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is close to the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Hollis Head a deprived area?
Hollis Head sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Hollis Head?
Hollis Head is covered by the EX5 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Hollis Head?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Hollis Head, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Hollis Head?
The nearest railway station to Hollis Head is Cranbrook (Devon) Train Station, about 3.6 miles away.

Streets in EX5 30 shown View all streets

A3052 7 A3072 2 A376 3 A377 7 A396 9 Acland Road 1 Alford Pasture 1 Allercombe Hill 1 Alma Villa Rise 1 Apple Blossom Walk 1 Apple Way 1 Applemede 1 Armourwood Lane 1 Ashclyst View 2 B3174 1 B3176 8 B3179 4 B3180 8 B3181 13 B3184 6 Babbage Way 1 Babylon Lane 1 Back Lane 1 Back Street 1 Badger Way 2 Bagmore Hill 2 Barley Road 1 Barleycorn 1 Barling Walk 1 Barn Orchard 2

Postcodes in EX5 50 shown View all postcodes

EX5 1AA EX5 1AB EX5 1AE EX5 1AF EX5 1AG EX5 1AH EX5 1AJ EX5 1AL EX5 1AN EX5 1AP EX5 1AQ EX5 1AR EX5 1AS EX5 1AT EX5 1AU EX5 1AW EX5 1AX EX5 1AY EX5 1BA EX5 1BB EX5 1BD EX5 1BE EX5 1BG EX5 1BH EX5 1BJ EX5 1BL EX5 1BN EX5 1BP EX5 1BQ EX5 1BR EX5 1BS EX5 1BT EX5 1BW EX5 1BX EX5 1BY EX5 1BZ EX5 1DA EX5 1DB EX5 1DD EX5 1DE EX5 1DF EX5 1DG EX5 1DH EX5 1DJ EX5 1DL EX5 1DN EX5 1DP EX5 1DQ EX5 1DR EX5 1DX