COWICK STREET, EX4 1AL House Prices & Local Information

EX4 1AL is a mixed residential area on Cowick Street, 0.3km from Exe Island in Exeter. Administratively it sits within St Thomas ward and the Exeter constituency.

For families considering a move, EX4 1AL represents a dynamic young family area with frequent movers and a mix of backgrounds. The daytime character shifts — traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 103 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £170k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for EX4 1AL are sourced from Output Area E00101390 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.