Postcode Analysis Exeter, South West

EX1 2AH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EX1 2AH.

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Population

435

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Avg Age

28

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Avg Income

£ 38,400 /yr

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Employed

35%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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1/10
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1/10
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8/10
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1/10
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10/10
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2/10
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10/10
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1/10
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6/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British57.8%
Asian / British Asian31.9%
Black / African / Caribbean3.3%
Other / Mixed7.0%

Economic Activity

35%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 3%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences449
Anti-social behaviour236
Shoplifting144
Criminal damage and arson89
Public order87

school Local Schools

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St Sidwell's Church of England Primary School & Nursery

Good0.3 km
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Newtown Primary School

Requires Improvement128 pupils0.3 km
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Ladysmith Junior School

Good351 pupils0.9 km
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St David's CofE Primary School

Good101 pupils1.0 km
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Ladysmith Infant & Nursery School

Outstanding328 pupils1.0 km
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St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC)

Outstanding569 pupils1.2 km
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Stoke Hill Infant and Nursery School

Outstanding298 pupils1.2 km
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St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy

Outstanding418 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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

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

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
fastfood

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
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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
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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