West Terrace is in Exeter and in Exeter district. EX1 2TF 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 West Terrace, Exeter, EX1 2TF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX1 2TQ, EX1 2TE, EX1 2SJ, EX1 2SL, EX1 2TG, EX1 2SN, EX1 2TH, EX1 2SH, EX1 2SQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX1 2TF has a female population much higher than UK average, with 59.6% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 59.2% | 59.6% | 0.4% | 51.0% | 8.6% |
| Male | 40.8% | 40.4% | -0.4% | 49.0% | -8.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32.9% | 36.6% | 3.7% | 37.9% | -1.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.9% | 35.8% | -1.1% | 44.2% | -8.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 13.4% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 4.3% |
| Widowed | 16.7% | 13% | -3.7% | 6.1% | 6.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.7% | 50% | 0.3% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 26.4% | 31.9% | 5.5% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 19.7% | 14.2% | -5.5% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 3.5% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 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.
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 47%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.9% | 14.1% | -3.8% | 18.2% | -4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.3% | 5.6% | -4.7% | 9.6% | -4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 10.8% | -1.9% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 5.2% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 13.3% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.5% | 47% | 6.5% | 33.8% | 13.2% |
| Other | 6.3% | 4% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 3.5% | 1.1% | -2.4% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 95.2% | 94.7% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 89% 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 | 92.4% | 89% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 5.3% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 2.5% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.7% | 89% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 9.6% | 9.0% | 9.8% | -0.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.7% | 76.7% | 3.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 16% | 13.5% | 2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48% | 37.2% | 10.8% |
| Christian | 44.4% | 46.2% | -1.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Terrace was 36.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.1% lower than the Heavitree average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
West Terrace has the 20th lowest crime rate of 76 local areas in Heavitree and the 116th lowest crime rate of 396 local areas in Exeter .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 West Terrace, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £327,000 | 2025-05-30 | £326,657 |
| 12 West Terrace, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £281,000 | 2021-07-07 | £323,082 |
| 3 West Terrace, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £227,915 | 2020-10-16 | £262,047 |
| 6 West Terrace, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2020-09-01 | £296,410 |
| 4 West Terrace, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2020-01-24 | £214,200 |
EX1 2TF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 retired residents living in EX1 2TF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 90 |
| Retired | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 38 |
| Education | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Nursery School - Exeter Nursery Schools Federation Magnolia Avenue , EX2 6DJ | 3out of 4 | 1,331 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Exe Nursery School - Exeter Nursery Schools Federation Cowick Street , EX4 1HL | 4out of 4 | 3,449 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy South Lawn Terrace , Heavitree EX1 2SN | - not rated | 61 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England VA Primary School South Lawn Terrace , Heavitree EX1 2SN | - not rated | 61 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladysmith Infant & Nursery School Ladysmith Road , EX1 2PS | - not rated | 609 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladysmith Infant & Nursery School Ladysmith Road , EX1 2PS | 2out of 4 | 609 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladysmith Junior School Pretoria Road , EX1 2PT | - not rated | 688 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bradley Rowe Middle School Burnthouse Lane , EX2 6AY | - not rated | 1,546 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter Central CofE Middle School St Leonard's Road , EX2 4NQ | - not rated | 1,637 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerway Middle School Summerway , EX4 8DF | - not rated | 1,737 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Stocker Middle School Buddle Lane , EX4 1JT | - not rated | 3,660 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exwick Middle School Exwick Hill , Exwick EX4 2BG | - not rated | 3,999 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Church of England Aided School Quarry Lane , Heavitree EX2 5AP | - not rated | 1,669 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James School Summer Lane , EX4 8NN | 3out of 4 | 1,887 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James School Summer Lane , EX4 8NN | - not rated | 1,887 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Isca Academy Earl Richards Road South , EX2 6AP | 3out of 4 | 2,023 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Isca College of Media Arts Earl Richards Road South , EX2 6AP | - not rated | 2,023 yd | Community school | 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 | 2,036 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group Hele Road , EX4 4JS | - not rated | 2,751 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Hall School Cowley Bridge Road , EX4 5AD | 2out of 4 | 3,954 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Steiner Academy Exeter Cowley Bridge Road , Thomas Hall EX4 5AD | - not rated | 3,954 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Matford Brook Academy March Close , Matford EX2 0BZ | - not rated | 4,676 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bramdean School Richmond Lodge , Homefield Road EX1 2QR | - not rated | 354 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's School 147 Magdalen Road , EX2 4TS | - not rated | 748 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter School Victoria Park Road , EX2 4NS | - not rated | 842 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Devon Hospitals' Short Stay School Schoolrooms, Bramble Unit , RD&E Hospital EX2 5DW | 3out of 4 | 903 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dryden School Wonford House Hospital , Dryden Road EX2 5AF | - not rated | 1,051 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicks | 55-57 Fore Street, Heavitree | 307 yd | |
| Tamarind Bay | 88 Fore Street, Heavitree | 330 yd | |
| Curry King | 49 Fore Street, Heavitree | 337 yd | |
| The Daisy Cafe | 98 Fore Street, Heavitree | 342 yd | |
| Refresh Cafe | 29 Fore Street, Heavitree | 409 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Oak | The Royal Oak, 79 - 81 Fore Street | 300 yd | |
| The Heavy Tree | 77 Fore Street, Heavitree | 300 yd | |
| Ship & Pelican | 54 Fore Street, Heavitree | 330 yd | |
| The Horse and Groom | The Horse And Groom, 50-52 Fore Street | 348 yd | |
| Pig & Pickle | 38A Fore Street, Heavitree | 370 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bengal | 48 Fore Street, Heavitree | 370 yd | |
| Eddys Fast Food | 46 Fore Street, Heavitree | 370 yd | |
| New Orient | 40 Fore Street, Heavitree | 370 yd | |
| New Jumbo | New Jumbo Take Away, 34 Wonford Street | 724 yd | |
| Ming Wah | 177 Pinhoe Road, Exeter | 880 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express (2620) | 85 Fore Street, Heavitree | 282 yd | |
| Co-op | 63 Fore Street, Heavitree | 295 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 66 Polsloe Road, Exeter | 633 yd | |
| Waitrose | 2 Gladstone Road, Exeter | 1,011 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Michael’S Church Of England Primary Academy SOUTH LAWN TERRACE | grass pitches | 100 yd |
| Bramdean School 47-51 47-51 HOMEFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 353 yd |
| Heavitree Pleasure Ground Whipton Lane | tennis courts | 419 yd |
| Heavitree Social Club EAST WONFORD HILL | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 569 yd |
| Ladysmith Junior School PRETORIA ROAD | grass pitches | 686 yd |
| Hamlin Lane Playing Fields Hamlin Lane | grass pitches | 725 yd |
| Exeter School VICTORIA PARK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 847 yd |
| Exeter And District Ski Club Ltd Clifton Hill | ski slopes | 857 yd |
| St Luke'S Sports Centre HEAVITREE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,010 yd |
| Victoria Park Tennis Club LYNDHURST ROAD | tennis courts | 1,020 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 228.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.