Fore Street is in Heavitree, Exeter and in Exeter district. EX1 2QQ is located in the Heavitree electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Exeter. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fore Street, Heavitree, Exeter, EX1 2QQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX1 2PD, EX1 2PG, EX1 2PF, EX1 2NF, EX2 4TT, EX1 2QX, EX1 2NG, EX2 4TU, EX2 4TX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX1 2QQ is primarily male, with 53.3% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 46.7% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -4.3% |
| Male | 50.9% | 53.3% | 2.4% | 49.0% | 4.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around EX1 2QQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 50.4% | 48.9% | -1.5% | 37.9% | 11.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.5% | 38.1% | 4.6% | 44.2% | -6.1% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 7.2% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 4% | -3.1% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53.9% | 48.6% | -5.3% | 48.4% | 0.2% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 36.9% | 6.5% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 8.5% | 11% | 2.5% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.4% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around EX1 2QQ this area, 7.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 55.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.4% | 7.9% | -5.5% | 18.2% | -10.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.1% | 6.6% | 1.5% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.4% | 12.8% | 1.4% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.7% | 14.5% | -1.2% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 53.1% | 55.9% | 2.8% | 33.8% | 22.1% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.3% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93.9% | 93.3% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 11.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 82.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.2% | 82.7% | -9.5% | 83.2% | -0.5% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 6.7% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 2.4% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 5.5% | 3.5% | 5.6% | -0.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.5% | 82.7% | -8.8% | 83.2% | -0.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 6.3% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.1% | 4.3% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 5.5% | 2.1% | 1.9% | 3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.5% | 76.7% | 6.8% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| South-East Asia | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 5.1% | 13.5% | -8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.4% | 37.2% | 13.2% |
| Christian | 41.3% | 46.2% | -4.9% |
| Buddhist | 2% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fore Street was 66.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.8% higher than the Heavitree average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fore Street has the 35th lowest crime rate of 75 local areas in Heavitree and the 185th highest crime rate of 398 local areas in Exeter .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Clystlands House Fore Street, Exeter, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2020-10-01 | £209,311 |
| 4 Clystlands House Fore Street, Exeter, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2014-05-30 | £194,502 |
| 3 Clystlands House Fore Street, Exeter, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2013-08-06 | £190,533 |
| 4 Clystlands House Fore Street, Exeter, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2011-08-22 | £192,730 |
| 3 Clystlands House Fore Street, Exeter, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2010-02-02 | £205,241 |
EX1 2QQ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
EX1 2QQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of student residents living in EX1 2QQ area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 95 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 36 |
| Education | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Nursery Magnolia Avenue , EX2 6DJ | 3out of 4 | 1,524 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Exe Nursery School Cowick Street , EX4 1HL | 4out of 4 | 2,864 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ladysmith Infant & Nursery School Ladysmith Road , EX1 2PS | 4out of 4 | 493 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladysmith Junior School Pretoria Road , EX1 2PT | 3out of 4 | 548 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy South Lawn Terrace , Heavitree EX1 2SN | 4out of 4 | 553 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newtown Primary School Clifton Road , EX1 2BP | 2out of 4 | 628 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC) St Leonard's Road , EX2 4NQ | 4out of 4 | 1,138 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isca Earl Richards Road South , EX2 6AP | 3out of 4 | 1,928 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James School Summer Lane , EX4 8NN | 3out of 4 | 2,194 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Aided School Quarry Lane , Heavitree EX2 5AP | 3out of 4 | 2,241 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Church of England School Harts Lane , EX1 3RD | - not rated | 2,625 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Exe School Hatherleigh Road , EX2 9JU | 3out of 4 | 2,955 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter Mathematics School Rougemont House , EX4 3PU | - not rated | 1,433 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter College Hele Road , EX4 4JS | - not rated | 2,162 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avanti Hall School Cowley Bridge Road , EX4 5AD | - not rated | 3,495 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter School Victoria Park Road , EX2 4NS | - not rated | 492 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Maynard School Denmark Road , EX1 1SJ | - not rated | 750 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Magdalen Court School Victoria Park Road , EX2 4NU | - not rated | 775 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Devon Hospitals' Short Stay School Schoolrooms, Bramble Unit , RD&E Hospital EX2 5DW | 3out of 4 | 910 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Atkinson Secure Children's Home Care of: Devon County Council , County Hall EX2 4QD | - not rated | 1,193 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gurkha Kitchen | 164 Heavitree Road, Exeter | 211 yd | |
| Refresh Cafe | 29 Fore Street, Heavitree | 222 yd | |
| Savour Cafe | Royal Devon And Exeter Hospital (Heavitree), Gladstone Road | 339 yd | |
| Curry King | 49 Fore Street, Heavitree | 351 yd | |
| Chicks | 55-57 Fore Street, Heavitree | 431 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pig & Pickle | 38A Fore Street, Heavitree | 374 yd | |
| The Horse and Groom | The Horse And Groom, 50-52 Fore Street | 419 yd | |
| Conservative Club | 7 Church Street, Exeter | 429 yd | |
| Cross Keys Bar & Cafe | St Lukes Campus, Heavitree Road | 497 yd | |
| Ship & Pelican | 54 Fore Street, Heavitree | 505 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bengal | 48 Fore Street, Heavitree | 374 yd | |
| Eddys Fast Food | 46 Fore Street, Heavitree | 374 yd | |
| New Orient | 40 Fore Street, Heavitree | 374 yd | |
| New Jumbo | New Jumbo Take Away, 34 Wonford Street | 890 yd | |
| far east delight | Far East Delight, 124 Old Tiverton Road | 1,092 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 66 Polsloe Road, Exeter | 169 yd | |
| Co-op | 63 Fore Street, Heavitree | 456 yd | |
| Waitrose | 2 Gladstone Road, Exeter | 522 yd | |
| Tesco Express (2620) | 85 Fore Street, Heavitree | 597 yd | |
| Co-op | Unit 2, The Depot | 1,042 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bramdean School 47-51 47-51 HOMEFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 180 yd |
| Exeter And District Ski Club Ltd Clifton Hill | ski slopes | 445 yd |
| St Michael’S Church Of England Primary Academy SOUTH LAWN TERRACE | grass pitches | 447 yd |
| Exeter School VICTORIA PARK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 452 yd |
| St Luke'S Sports Centre HEAVITREE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 489 yd |
| Victoria Park Tennis Club LYNDHURST ROAD | tennis courts | 560 yd |
| Newtown Primary School (Closed) Clifton Road | grass pitches | 584 yd |
| Ladysmith Junior School PRETORIA ROAD | grass pitches | 593 yd |
| Clifton Hill Sports Centre (Closed) CLIFTON HILL | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 659 yd |
| Clifton Hill Driving Range GOLF DRIVING RANGE GOLF DRIVING RANGE CLIFTON HILL | golf | 668 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 68.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 68.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 68.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 58.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.