Postcode Analysis Exeter, South West

WIDGERY ROAD, EX4 8BB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WIDGERY ROAD, EX4 8BB.

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Population

390

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 48,700 /yr

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Employed

46%

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

With 44% social renting, EX4 8BB is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

EX4 8BB is a safe, established residential area on Widgery Road, 0.7km from Polsloe Priory in Exeter. Administratively it sits within Mincinglake and Whipton ward and the Exeter constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, EX4 8BB is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 44% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for EX4 8BB are sourced from Output Area E00101194 (shared with 10 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 8BB. The average age is 40.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.1%
Asian / British Asian1.8%
Black / African / Caribbean1.3%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 3%
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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.

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

EX4 8BB has low crime rates — 35 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.

Violence and sexual offences89
Anti-social behaviour40
Other theft12
Public order12
Criminal damage and arson12

school Local Schools

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Whipton Barton Infants and Nursery School

Good252 pupils0.6 km
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Whipton Barton Junior School

Requires Improvement208 pupils0.6 km
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St James School

Good959 pupils0.6 km
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Willowbrook School

Requires Improvement427 pupils0.6 km
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Ladysmith Infant & Nursery School

Outstanding328 pupils0.9 km
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Ladysmith Junior School

Good351 pupils1.0 km
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Stoke Hill Infant and Nursery School

Outstanding298 pupils1.1 km
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St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy

Outstanding418 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • The Devon Yeoman0.6 km
  • Queens Head Hotel0.2 km
  • Star Inn0.4 km
  • The Village Inn0.4 km
  • Whipton And Pinhoe Labour Club0.7 km
  • + 3 more
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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • Day Lewis Pharmacy0.5 km
  • RMC Stores0.9 km
  • Stoke Hill Convenience Store0.6 km
  • Londis0.2 km
  • Northbrook Pool0.7 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Priory Community Cafe0.2 km
  • Refuel Coffee & Sandwich Bar0.2 km
  • Stoke Hill AFC Cafe0.8 km
  • Monsieur Tacos Kebab Pizza0.2 km
  • Exeter City Group LTD0.8 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • A Farm Pizza0.6 km
  • BBQ Kebab House0.6 km
  • Chadni Express0.6 km
  • Fish & Chips at Polsloe Bridge0.2 km
  • Friar Tuck0.5 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Morrisons0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Polsloe Bridge0.3 km
  • St James’ Park1.7 km
  • Pinhoe2.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Widgery Road0.2 km
  • Widgery Road0.2 km
  • Honeylands Children's Centre0.3 km
  • Polsloe Bridge Rail Station0.3 km
  • Polsloe Bridge Rail Station0.3 km