EX1 2AH is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.4km from Belmont House in Exeter. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Newtown and St Leonard's ward and the Exeter constituency.
The people who live in EX1 2AH are typical of a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. Outside of residential hours, traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. At 28 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. The area has a notably diverse population — 42% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Exeter.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 129 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for EX1 2AH are sourced from Output Area E00180147 (shared with 46 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EX1 2AH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EX1 2AH.
435
28
£ 38,400 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: EX1 2AH falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Average age 28, 49% renting. EX1 2AH has the demographic fingerprint of a student and early-career professional neighbourhood — lively and high-turnover. Higher crime warrants awareness — HMO density and nightlife are likely contributors.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX1 2AH. The average age is 28.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around EX1 2AH is above average at 129 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.
school Local Schools
St Sidwell's Church of England Primary School & Nursery
Newtown Primary School
Ladysmith Junior School
St David's CofE Primary School
Ladysmith Infant & Nursery School
St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC)
Stoke Hill Infant and Nursery School
St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
78 nearby- Magdalen Cheese & Provisions0.7 km
- Ben's Farm Shop Ltd0.7 km
- Bon Gout0.7 km
- Magdalen Road Convenience Store0.7 km
- The Grocer On The Green0.7 km
- + 73 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
13 nearby- Premier Inn0.7 km
- Hotel Du Vin & Bistro0.8 km
- Park View1.0 km
- The Bendene Townhouse1.0 km
- Southernhay House0.6 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
147 nearby- Buffet City0.9 km
- Calvo Loco0.7 km
- Cosy Club0.7 km
- Costa Coffee0.6 km
- Grow Coffee House0.9 km
- + 142 more
Takeaway Shop
28 nearby- Waffle Master0.8 km
- Subway0.7 km
- Dos Bros Burritos0.9 km
- Hook Fish and Chips0.9 km
- Firezza Exeter0.1 km
- + 23 more
Pub, NightClub
42 nearby- Ship Inn0.7 km
- The Clifton Bakery Pub & Restaurant0.3 km
- Black Horse Inn0.3 km
- Boom Battle Bar Exeter0.8 km
- Cross Keys Bar & Cafe0.6 km
- + 37 more
Supermarkets
12 nearby- European Shop0.1 km
- Iceland Foods PLC0.2 km
- Morrisons Daily0.9 km
- Sainsbury's0.2 km
- Tesco (6061)0.2 km
- + 7 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- St James’ Park0.4 km
- Exeter Central0.7 km
- Exeter1.3 km
Bus Stops
- Bampfylde Street0.0 km
- Sidwell Street0.0 km
- Sidwell Street0.1 km
- Sidwell Street0.1 km
- Sidwell Street0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: EX12AH · Data under Open Government Licence