EX1 2SS is a sought-after residential area on Anthony Road, 0.5km from Heavitree Pleasure in Exeter. Administratively it sits within Heavitree ward and the Exeter constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in EX1, EX1 2SS offers a high-density urban area of young, single, transient residents. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The community skews young professional (average age 35) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 64% 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 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £294k, up 21.8% year-on-year. 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 2SS are sourced from Output Area E00101175 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ANTHONY ROAD, EX1 2SS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ANTHONY ROAD, EX1 2SS.
305
35
£ 48,200 /yr
59%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: EX1 2SS 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.
Area Character
EX1 2SS is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £294k, 64% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending up 21.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX1 2SS. The average age is 34.5. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 290,000
15 sales · Mean £ 282,416
Semi-Detached
£ 303,750
2 sales · Mean £ 303,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
EX1 2SS has low crime rates — 28 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
Devon Hospitals' Short Stay School
Newtown Primary School
Whipton Barton Infants and Nursery School
Whipton Barton Junior School
Chestnut Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- Wonford Inn0.8 km
- Pig & Pickle0.4 km
- Ship & Pelican0.4 km
- The Heavy Tree0.4 km
- Windsor Castle Inn0.3 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
18 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
- + 13 more
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- Lloyds Pharmacy Ltd0.4 km
- Cocorico0.7 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.9 km
- Londis0.8 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.1 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Co-op0.4 km
- Tesco Express (2620)0.4 km
- Waitrose0.8 km
- Morrisons Daily0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Turkish Chef0.9 km
- New Orient0.4 km
- Fish & Chips at Polsloe Bridge0.8 km
- Ming Wah0.7 km
- That's Nacho Burrito0.7 km
- + 4 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Polsloe Bridge0.8 km
- Exeter1.2 km
- St James’ Park1.4 km
Bus Stops
- Dental Centre0.1 km
- South Lawn Terrace0.1 km
- Normandy Road0.1 km
- Anthony Road0.1 km
- Stuart Road0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: EX12SS · Data under Open Government Licence