Postcode Analysis Exeter, South West

SUMMERWAY, EX4 8DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SUMMERWAY, EX4 8DP.

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Population

344

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 48,700 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: EX4 8DP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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8/10
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5/10
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3/10
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5/10
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3/10
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7/10
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4/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 39% of tenure in EX4 8DP — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending up 8.3% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

EX4 8DP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Summerway, 0.4km from Whipton in Exeter. Administratively it sits within Pinhoe ward and the Exeter constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, EX4 8DP is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 39% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £297k, up 8.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for EX4 8DP are sourced from Output Area E00101256 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX4 8DP. The average age is 39.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.2%
Asian / British Asian6.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.7%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 312,500

2 sales · Mean £ 312,500

Semi-Detached

£ 268,000

1 sales · Mean £ 268,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around EX4 8DP is moderate at 54 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences102
Anti-social behaviour37
Criminal damage and arson21
Public order15
Shoplifting12

school Local Schools

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St Luke's Church of England School

Inadequate810 pupils0.6 km
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St James School

Good959 pupils0.8 km
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Willowbrook School

Requires Improvement427 pupils0.8 km
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Pinhoe Church of England Primary School & Nursery

Good423 pupils0.8 km
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Whipton Barton Junior School

Requires Improvement208 pupils0.8 km
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Whipton Barton Infants and Nursery School

Good252 pupils0.8 km
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Monkerton Community Primary School

176 pupils0.9 km
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Ellen Tinkham School

Outstanding240 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Pinhoe Garage1.0 km
  • Jake n Joe Trading0.7 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy (inside Sainsburys)0.4 km
  • McColls0.7 km
  • Tigerstyle Sports Karate Ltd0.2 km
  • + 4 more
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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Exeter Saracens Rugby Football Club0.4 km
  • The Pinhoe Hoard0.4 km
  • The Village Inn0.8 km
  • Whipton Institute0.8 km
  • Isca Christian Fellowship, The Beaco0.9 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Exeter City Group LTD0.4 km
  • Whipton Community Hall0.9 km
  • Heart Of Oak0.9 km
  • Trailways0.5 km
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Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Asia Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
  • A Farm Pizza0.7 km
  • BBQ Kebab House0.7 km
  • Chadni Express0.7 km
  • Friar Tuck0.8 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.4 km
  • Aldi0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Pinhoe1.0 km
  • Polsloe Bridge1.4 km
  • Digby & Sowton2.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Bernadette Close0.2 km
  • Sainsburys0.3 km
  • Sainsburys0.3 km
  • Warwick Way0.3 km
  • Orwell Garth0.4 km