EX4 1NG is a safe, established residential area on Berkshire Drive, 0.5km from Cowick in Exeter. Administratively it sits within St Thomas ward and the Exeter constituency.
For families considering a move, EX4 1NG represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £308k.
Census 2021 statistics for EX4 1NG are sourced from Output Area E00101110 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BERKSHIRE DRIVE, EX4 1NG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BERKSHIRE DRIVE, EX4 1NG.
324
38
£ 45,700 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: EX4 1NG falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
EX4 1NG is an established family neighbourhood — 69% owner-occupation and an average age of 38 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX4 1NG. The average age is 38.4. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 335,000
2 sales · Mean £ 335,000
Semi-Detached
£ 237,000
5 sales · Mean £ 268,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
EX4 1NG has low crime rates — 25 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.
school Local Schools
Barley Lane School
Torlands Academy
Bowhill Primary School
West Exe Nursery School
St Gabriel's CofE Primary School
Montgomery Primary School
St Thomas Primary School
Ide Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco (5865)0.9 km
- Southern Co-op0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- St Thomas Bowling Club0.9 km
- Sawyers Arms0.8 km
- Green Gables Inn0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Jimmy's Cafe0.8 km
- Lilac0.8 km
- St Thomas Social Club0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Argee Bhajee0.6 km
- Beijing Oriental Express0.4 km
- Phoenix Chinese Food0.6 km
- The Tasty Plaice0.6 km
- Wan's Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
- + 4 more
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Best One0.4 km
- Fishes0.7 km
- The Cakery Exeter Ltd0.7 km
- Broadway Stores0.9 km
- Okehampton Road Post Office0.8 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Exeter St Thomas1.2 km
- Exeter St Davids1.6 km
- Exeter Central2.0 km
Bus Stops
- Berkshire Drive0.0 km
- Dorset Avenue0.1 km
- Dorset Avenue0.1 km
- Green Lane0.1 km
- Green Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: EX41NG · Data under Open Government Licence