What's the Westward Ho! population and density?

Westward Ho! population is 3,743 with density 1401.3 per km².

How many households are in Westward Ho!?

There are 1,935 households in Westward Ho!

What are house prices in Westward Ho!?

Based on 93 recent sales, the median price is £292,000.

What home types are most common in Westward Ho!?

Housing mix: detached 46.0%, semi-detached 16.7%.

How much social housing is near Westward Ho!?

About 3.9% across the Westward Ho! area.

How deprived is Westward Ho!?

Deprivation score 6/10 (rank 12272 of 32844 in country).

How safe is Westward Ho!?

Crime level in Westward Ho! is moderate with about 50 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What's the average income in Westward Ho!?

Average resident income is about £40,676 per year.

What are prices by property type in Westward Ho!?

Latest medians: Detached £392,500, Semi-detached £249,950, Terraced £315,000, Flats £199,000.

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Westward Ho!

England / South West / Torridge / Westward Ho!

About

Westward Ho! is a coastal ward in the Torridge district of Devon, England. It is named after the nearby village of Westward Ho!, which is known for its long pebble beach and links to Charles Kingsley’s novel. The area includes residential areas, holiday accommodations, and local amenities catering to both residents and visitors.

The ward features a mix of natural and built environments, with the North Devon coastline providing scenic views and outdoor recreation opportunities. Westward Ho! is also home to a golf course and the South West Coast Path, which attracts walkers. The local economy relies on tourism, with shops, cafes, and services supporting the seasonal influx of visitors.

Area overview

On average Westward Ho! has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 50 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Westward Ho! is £40,676 per year.

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

2/10

Social housing

3.9%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Westward Ho! Population

3,743

Population density

1,401.3 per km²

Demographics

British

3,562

95.06%

Other White

2.19%

Irish

0.64%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.51%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.45%

Total population: 3,747

Housing

Owns outright

954

49.35%

Private landlord or letting agency

441

22.81%

Owns with a mortgage

404

20.9%

Other social rented

3.26%

Other forms of private rent

2.12%

Total households: 1,933

Property prices in Westward Ho!

Based on 93 recent sales, the median property price is £292,000 in Westward Ho! area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £700,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	40	£392,500	£249,675	£307,500	£486,250	£635,750
Flats	22	£199,000	£115,500	£136,250	£288,125	£399,498
Semi-Detached	20	£249,950	£199,750	£229,950	£263,988	£324,500
Terraced	11	£315,000	£185,000	£227,000	£341,250	£353,200

10 years price trend in Westward Ho!

All postcodes in Westward Ho!

EX391XE

Francis Drive

EX391XG

Chichester Way

EX391UL

Fosketh Hill

EX391XH

Old Stone Close

EX391JS

Ennisfarne Road

EX391TX

Kala Fair

EX391LL

Westbourne Terrace

EX391TS

Golf Links Road

EX391XP

Queen Elizabeth Court

EX391LN

Avon Lane

EX391AE

College Close

EX391FH

Avon Lane

EX391FT

Bay View Road

EX393PU

Buckleigh Road

EX391LE

Bath Hotel Road

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

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