Postcode Analysis Exeter, South West

HILL CLOSE, EX4 6HJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HILL CLOSE, EX4 6HJ.

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Population

329

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 50,300 /yr

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Employed

30%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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5/10
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8/10
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3/10
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5/10
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6/10
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9/10
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4/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 52% owner-occupation and average age 38, EX4 6HJ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £855k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

EX4 6HJ is a sought-after residential area on Hill Close, 0.4km from Pensylvania in Exeter. Administratively it sits within Pennsylvania ward and the Exeter constituency.

Day-to-day life in EX4 6HJ has the character of a high-density urban area of young, single, transient residents. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £855k. 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 EX4 6HJ are sourced from Output Area E00101227 (shared with 12 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 6HJ. The average age is 38.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.2%
Asian / British Asian4.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed4.3%

Economic Activity

30%Active
FT: 18%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 750,000

3 sales · Mean £ 751,666

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

EX4 6HJ has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences22
Other theft7
Anti-social behaviour6
Vehicle crime5
Burglary4

school Local Schools

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Stoke Hill Infant and Nursery School

Outstanding298 pupils0.6 km
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Stoke Hill Junior School

Good353 pupils0.7 km
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St Sidwell's Church of England Primary School & Nursery

Good0.8 km
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Newtown Primary School

Requires Improvement128 pupils1.1 km
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Ladysmith Junior School

Good351 pupils1.3 km
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Ladysmith Infant & Nursery School

Outstanding328 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

32 nearby
  • Camper Coffee Co0.7 km
  • Engine Room0.8 km
  • The Innovation Centre0.6 km
  • Boneyard Red Lion Works1.0 km
  • Cosy Corner0.9 km
  • + 27 more
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Retailers - Other

17 nearby
  • BHL Oriental Food Store1.0 km
  • RMC Stores1.0 km
  • Yonk Asian Foods Ltd1.0 km
  • The Market Place0.9 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.6 km
  • + 12 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Raffles0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Duke of York Inn0.8 km
  • Exonia Bowling Club0.2 km
  • The Victoria Inn0.3 km
  • University of Exeter Lemon Grove0.5 km
  • Ram Bar0.9 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • European Shop0.9 km
  • Tesco (6061)0.8 km
  • Co-op (4962)0.6 km
  • Co-op Food0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza1.0 km
  • Shimizu0.8 km
  • Chiipys1.0 km
  • HOT SPOT1.0 km
  • Mega Kebab0.9 km
  • + 5 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • St James’ Park0.6 km
  • Exeter Central1.3 km
  • Polsloe Bridge1.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Beech Avenue0.1 km
  • Maryfield Avenue0.2 km
  • Culverland Road0.2 km
  • Pennsylvania Park0.3 km
  • Devonshire Place0.3 km