EX4 8NS is a safe, established residential area on Harrington Lane, 0.7km from Pilton, Little in Exeter. Administratively it sits within Pinhoe ward and the Exeter constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in EX4, EX4 8NS offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 81% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £343k.
Census 2021 statistics for EX4 8NS are sourced from Output Area E00180210 (shared with 25 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HARRINGTON LANE, EX4 8NS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HARRINGTON LANE, EX4 8NS.
508
43
£ 48,700 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. EX4 8NS spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. £343k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX4 8NS. The average age is 43.3. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 260,000
4 sales · Mean £ 256,875
Detached
£ 422,500
4 sales · Mean £ 407,000
Terraced
£ 225,000
1 sales · Mean £ 225,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
EX4 8NS has low crime rates — 28 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
Pinhoe Church of England Primary School & Nursery
St Luke's Church of England School
Willowbrook School
St James School
Monkerton Community Primary School
Ellen Tinkham School
Whipton Barton Junior School
Whipton Barton Infants and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Gibbins0.9 km
- Spar0.9 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy (inside Sainsburys)0.9 km
- Tigerstyle Sports Karate Ltd0.5 km
- Pinhoe Garage0.8 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Pinhoe Jubilee Club0.8 km
- Exeter Saracens Rugby Football Club0.7 km
- The Pinhoe Hoard0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Oriental City0.9 km
- Heart Of Oak0.8 km
- Trailways0.5 km
- Exeter City Group LTD0.7 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi0.5 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Sushi Gourmet0.9 km
- Pizza Mario Limited0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Pinhoe0.9 km
- Polsloe Bridge1.8 km
- Digby & Sowton2.8 km
Bus Stops
- Harrington Lane0.0 km
- Cheyne Rise0.1 km
- Chancel Lane0.1 km
- Cheynegate Lane0.3 km
- Pulling Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: EX48NS · Data under Open Government Licence