Old Mill Close is in Exeter and in Exeter district. EX2 4DD is located in the St David's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Exeter. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Old Mill Close, Exeter, EX2 4DD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX2 4BW, EX2 4DP, EX2 4EG, EX2 4DW, EX2 4DN, EX2 4JS, EX2 4DL, EX2 4DJ, EX2 4RU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding EX2 4DD has a slightly higher male population, with 52.7% of residents 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 | 50.7% | 47.3% | -3.4% | 51.0% | -3.7% |
| Male | 49.3% | 52.7% | 3.4% | 49.0% | 3.7% |
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 EX2 4DD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.5% 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 | 37.1% | 45.5% | 8.4% | 37.9% | 7.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.7% | 35.4% | -8.3% | 44.2% | -8.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3% | 0.5% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 9.5% | 2.4% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 7.9% | -1.2% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 51.2% | 51.7% | 0.5% | 48.4% | 3.3% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 31% | -5.6% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 8.5% | 11.3% | 2.8% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 4.9% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 EX2 4DD 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 64.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.6% | 7.9% | -0.7% | 18.2% | -10.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.6% | 5.2% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.2% | 3.7% | -8.5% | 13.4% | -9.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 6.3% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.1% | 11% | 5.9% | 16.9% | -5.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 58.4% | 64.4% | 6.0% | 33.8% | 30.6% |
| Other | 3% | 1.6% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% 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 | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 91.1% | 94% | 2.9% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Other | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 84.1% 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 | 87.8% | 84.1% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 0.9% |
| European Union | 5.6% | 9.5% | 3.9% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 4% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.8% | 84.1% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 0.9% |
| 10+ Years | 3.3% | 8% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -1.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.3% | 4.5% | 1.2% | 2.9% | 1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 3.5% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.6% | 76.7% | 5.9% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| Middle East | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 7.5% | 13.5% | -6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51% | 37.2% | 13.8% |
| Christian | 41% | 46.2% | -5.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Old Mill Close was 101.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.3% lower than the Newtown and St Leonard's average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Old Mill Close has the 26th lowest crime rate of 57 local areas in Newtown and St Leonard's and the 119th highest crime rate of 398 local areas in Exeter .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 66.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Swan Court Old Mill Close, Exeter, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2025-10-01 | £220,000 |
| 4 Old Mill Close, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £181,125 | 2025-09-05 | £181,125 |
| 15 Swan Court Old Mill Close, Exeter, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2025-03-19 | £235,016 |
| 13 Swan Court Old Mill Close, Exeter, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2025-03-17 | £235,016 |
| 2 Old Mill Close, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £665,000 | 2025-02-13 | £677,391 |
EX2 4DD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 EX2 4DD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Part-Time Employee | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 22 |
| Education | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Exe Nursery School Cowick Street , EX4 1HL | 4out of 4 | 1,609 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chestnut Nursery Magnolia Avenue , EX2 6DJ | 3out of 4 | 1,887 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC) St Leonard's Road , EX2 4NQ | 4out of 4 | 307 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas Primary School Union Street , EX2 9BB | 3out of 4 | 1,084 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newtown Primary School Clifton Road , EX1 2BP | 2out of 4 | 1,326 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St David's CofE Primary School Dinham Road , EX4 4EE | 3out of 4 | 1,447 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Montgomery Primary School Redvers Road , St Thomas EX4 1BS | 3out of 4 | 1,544 yd | Foundation school | Yes | 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 | 1,475 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Exe School Hatherleigh Road , EX2 9JU | 3out of 4 | 1,519 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Aided School Quarry Lane , Heavitree EX2 5AP | 3out of 4 | 3,226 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James School Summer Lane , EX4 8NN | 3out of 4 | 3,611 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Church of England School Harts Lane , EX1 3RD | - not rated | 3,999 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 | 1,294 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter College Hele Road , EX4 4JS | - not rated | 1,880 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 | 3,670 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education 1 Douglas Avenue , EX8 2AU | - not rated | 143 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Atkinson Secure Children's Home Care of: Devon County Council , County Hall EX2 4QD | - not rated | 582 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Magdalen Court School Victoria Park Road , EX2 4NU | - not rated | 727 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter Cathedral School The Chantry , Palace Gate EX1 1HX | - not rated | 857 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Maynard School Denmark Road , EX1 1SJ | - not rated | 934 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Leonards Church | Topsham Road, Exeter | 260 yd | |
| The Hourglass Inn | 21 Melbourne Street, Exeter | 421 yd | |
| Coaver Club (Devon Norse) | County Hall, Topsham Road | 481 yd | |
| Bomba | 4 The Quay, Exeter | 514 yd | |
| The Coffee Cellar | 22 The Quay, Exeter | 514 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Port Royal Inn | Weirfield Road, Exeter | 194 yd | |
| Coaver Club Bar | Devon County Council, County Hall | 481 yd | |
| On the Waterfront | On The Waterfront, 5-9 The Quay | 514 yd | |
| Exe Water Sports Club | 62 Haven Road, Exeter | 538 yd | |
| Samuel Jones Ale & Smoke House | 37 Commercial Road, Exeter | 756 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Veg Box Cafe | 7 Piazza Terracina, Haven Road | 590 yd | |
| Fika Exeter | 9 Welcome Street, Exeter | 740 yd | |
| Yummy House | 59 South Street, Exeter | 828 yd | |
| Dos Bros Burritos | 2 Market Street, Exeter | 933 yd | |
| Hook Fish and Chips | 88 South Street, Exeter | 1,007 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 1 Haven Road, Exeter | 877 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Retail Unit, Alphington Road | 1,015 yd | |
| Aldi | Alphington Road, Exeter | 1,015 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Academy For Deaf Education TOPSHAM ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 149 yd |
| Coaver Club MATFORD LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 412 yd |
| Tunnels Tennis Club RIVERMEAD ROAD | tennis courts | 604 yd |
| Unit 7 Gym UNIT 7 UNIT 7 KENNFORD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 758 yd |
| Spa Naturel (Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel) SOUTHERNHAY EAST | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 771 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Exeter) SOUTHERNHAY GARDENS | health and fitness suite | 778 yd |
| Magdalen Court School MULBERRY HOUSE MULBERRY HOUSE VICTORIA PARK ROAD | 783 yd | |
| Victoria Park Tennis Club LYNDHURST ROAD | tennis courts | 887 yd |
| The Gym (Exeter) RETAIL PARK CLOSE | health and fitness suite | 942 yd |
| The Maynard School DENMARK ROAD | health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 971 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 | 57.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 57.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 57.8% |
| 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 | 78.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 126.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.