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.
EX4 3EG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EX4 3EG.
562
24
£ 38,400 /yr
16%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
St David's CofE Primary School
St Sidwell's Church of England Primary School & Nursery
Newtown Primary School
St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC)
Montgomery Primary School
St Thomas Primary School
Ladysmith Junior School
St Gabriel's CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
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, 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
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
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
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
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Postcode Profile: EX43EG · Data under Open Government Licence