EX1 2QZ is a safe, established residential area on Goldsmith Street, 0.5km from Polsloe Park in Exeter. Administratively it sits within Heavitree ward and the Exeter constituency.
The people who live in EX1 2QZ are typical of a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £127k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for EX1 2QZ are sourced from Output Area E00101173 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GOLDSMITH STREET, EX1 2QZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GOLDSMITH STREET, EX1 2QZ.
258
38
£ 48,200 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. EX1 2QZ spans multiple life stages — average age 38, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX1 2QZ. The average age is 38.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Flat
£ 127,250
2 sales · Mean £ 127,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
EX1 2QZ has low crime rates — 30 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy
Ladysmith Infant & Nursery School
Ladysmith Junior School
Newtown Primary School
Devon Hospitals' Short Stay School
Whipton Barton Junior School
Whipton Barton Infants and Nursery School
Stoke Hill Infant and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
17 nearby- Wonford Inn0.9 km
- Pig & Pickle0.4 km
- Ship & Pelican0.5 km
- The Heavy Tree0.4 km
- Windsor Castle Inn0.3 km
- + 12 more
Restaurant, Cafe
20 nearby- Fine Fillings (Main Hospital)0.9 km
- P. E. O. C. Buffet Bar0.9 km
- Savour Coffee Shop0.9 km
- TLC Restaurant0.9 km
- Waterside Buffet0.9 km
- + 15 more
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- Lloyds Pharmacy Ltd0.4 km
- Cocorico0.6 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.9 km
- Londis0.8 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.2 km
- + 14 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Co-op0.4 km
- Tesco Express (2620)0.5 km
- Waitrose0.7 km
- Morrisons Daily0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Turkish Chef0.8 km
- New Orient0.4 km
- Fish & Chips at Polsloe Bridge0.9 km
- Ming Wah0.7 km
- That's Nacho Burrito0.8 km
- + 4 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Polsloe Bridge0.8 km
- Exeter1.1 km
- St James’ Park1.3 km
Bus Stops
- Hanover Close0.1 km
- Anthony Road0.1 km
- Normandy Road0.2 km
- Dental Centre0.2 km
- South Lawn Terrace0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: EX12QZ · Data under Open Government Licence