Postcode Analysis Exeter, South West

VYVYAN COURT, EX1 2RU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VYVYAN COURT, EX1 2RU.

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Population

276

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 43,800 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: EX1 2RU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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5/10
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9/10
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9/10
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6/10
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8/10
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10/10
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8/10
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Area Character

EX1 2RU is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £225k, 80% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £225k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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

EX1 2RU is a sought-after residential area on Vyvyan Court, 0.3km from Heavitree Pleasure in Exeter. Administratively it sits within Heavitree ward and the Exeter constituency.

For serious buyers, EX1 2RU is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 43) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 80% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £225k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for EX1 2RU are sourced from Output Area E00101178 (shared with 7 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 2RU. The average age is 43.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.9%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.7%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 169,975

2 sales · Mean £ 169,975

Terraced

£ 225,500

4 sales · Mean £ 216,500

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

EX1 2RU has low crime rates — 31 incidents 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 offences74
Anti-social behaviour39
Shoplifting24
Criminal damage and arson17
Public order17

school Local Schools

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St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy

Outstanding418 pupils0.3 km
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Devon Hospitals' Short Stay School

Good0 pupils0.6 km
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Ladysmith Infant & Nursery School

Outstanding328 pupils0.7 km
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Ladysmith Junior School

Good351 pupils0.9 km
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Chestnut Nursery

Good48 pupils1.0 km
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Woodwater Academy

Good310 pupils1.1 km
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Wynstream School

Requires Improvement349 pupils1.2 km
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St Nicholas Catholic Primary School

Good320 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Wonford Inn0.4 km
  • Wonford Social Club0.7 km
  • Heavitree And Wonford United Services Club0.7 km
  • Royal Oak0.1 km
  • Conservative Club0.2 km
  • + 7 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

16 nearby
  • Fine Fillings (Main Hospital)0.6 km
  • P. E. O. C. Buffet Bar0.6 km
  • Savour Coffee Shop0.6 km
  • TLC Restaurant0.6 km
  • Waterside Buffet0.6 km
  • + 11 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Lidl UK GmbH (1514)0.9 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.7 km
  • Co-op0.2 km
  • Tesco Express (2620)0.0 km
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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Sushi Daily1.0 km
  • LONDIS Birchy Barton0.9 km
  • The Spanish Shop0.3 km
  • One Stop Convenience Stores0.9 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.6 km
  • + 4 more
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Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Eddys Fast Food0.3 km
  • Choy's Takeaway0.7 km
  • New Orient0.3 km
  • New Jumbo0.4 km
  • The Bengal0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Polsloe Bridge1.1 km
  • Exeter1.2 km
  • St James’ Park1.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Butts Road0.1 km
  • Butts Road0.2 km
  • Co-operative0.2 km
  • Windsor Castle0.2 km
  • Windsor Castle0.3 km