Postcode Analysis Exeter, South West

EX4 3EG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EX4 3EG.

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Population

562

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Avg Age

24

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Avg Income

£ 38,400 /yr

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Employed

16%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: EX4 3EG 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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8/10
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1/10
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9/10
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3/10
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10/10
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2/10
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10/10
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Area Character

EX4 3EG is a student and graduate zone — average age 24, 68% private renting, and the high-energy, high-turnover character of a university-adjacent neighbourhood. 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

EX4 3EG is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.2km from Northernhay in Exeter. Administratively it sits within St David's ward and the Exeter constituency.

For renters and young professionals, EX4 3EG offers a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. The daytime character shifts — traditional high streets with some larger stores, mostly employees. With an average age of just 24, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 68% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are high (256 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. 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 EX4 3EG are sourced from Output Area E00180241 (shared with 382 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 EX4 3EG. The average age is 24.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British71.0%
Asian / British Asian16.2%
Black / African / Caribbean4.4%
Other / Mixed8.4%

Economic Activity

16%Active
FT: 12%
Unemployed: 1%
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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 rates near EX4 3EG are high at 256 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 offences826
Anti-social behaviour383
Shoplifting267
Public order138
Criminal damage and arson134

school Local Schools

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St David's CofE Primary School

Good101 pupils0.5 km
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St Sidwell's Church of England Primary School & Nursery

Good0.6 km
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Newtown Primary School

Requires Improvement128 pupils0.8 km
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St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC)

Outstanding569 pupils1.1 km
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Montgomery Primary School

Good396 pupils1.3 km
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St Thomas Primary School

Good190 pupils1.3 km
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Ladysmith Junior School

Good351 pupils1.4 km
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St Gabriel's CofE Primary School

Good170 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

81 nearby
  • Spar Quayside0.7 km
  • Magdalen Cheese & Provisions0.8 km
  • Ben's Farm Shop Ltd0.8 km
  • Bon Gout0.8 km
  • Magdalen Road Convenience Store0.8 km
  • + 76 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

47 nearby
  • Bishops Blaize0.7 km
  • On the Waterfront0.9 km
  • The Fat Pig0.6 km
  • Exeter Community Centre Kitchen0.5 km
  • Ship Inn0.2 km
  • + 42 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

180 nearby
  • Lutzys0.9 km
  • Quay Climbing Centre Cafe1.0 km
  • Sundays0.8 km
  • The Coffee Cellar0.9 km
  • The Hourglass Inn0.9 km
  • + 175 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

34 nearby
  • Veg Box Cafe0.9 km
  • Spice Magic0.6 km
  • Sacred Ground (Exeter) Ltd0.6 km
  • Waffle Master0.3 km
  • Subway0.2 km
  • + 29 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

18 nearby
  • Premier Inn0.5 km
  • Hotel Du Vin & Bistro0.6 km
  • Exeter Central, Premier Inn0.9 km
  • Telstar Guest House0.8 km
  • Park View0.6 km
  • + 13 more
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Supermarkets

11 nearby
  • European Shop0.6 km
  • Iceland Foods PLC0.3 km
  • Sainsbury's0.3 km
  • Tesco (6061)0.7 km
  • Co-op (7831)0.4 km
  • + 6 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Exeter Central0.2 km
  • St James’ Park0.8 km
  • Exeter St Davids1.1 km

Bus Stops

  • High Street0.1 km
  • High Street0.1 km
  • High Street0.1 km
  • High Street0.1 km
  • High Street0.1 km