West Grove Road is in Exeter and in Exeter district. EX2 4LU is located in the Newtown and St Leonard's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Exeter. This postcode has been in use since 1985-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about West Grove Road, Exeter, EX2 4LU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX2 4LS, EX2 4LX, EX2 4LZ, EX2 4LP, EX2 4LY, EX2 4LR, EX2 4LW, EX2 4EX, EX2 4PR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX2 4LU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% of residents 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 | 54.9% | 53.8% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 45.1% | 46.2% | 1.1% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
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 | 30.9% | 36% | 5.1% | 37.9% | -1.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.1% | 39.3% | -5.8% | 44.2% | -4.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2.6% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 12% | 9.6% | -2.4% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 12.1% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 6.0% |
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 | 53.5% | 59.4% | 5.9% | 48.4% | 11.0% |
| Good health | 27.3% | 23.5% | -3.8% | 33.6% | -10.1% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 15.2% | 2.5% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 1.5% | -3.6% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 63.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.5% | 10% | 0.5% | 18.2% | -8.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 3.3% | -6.9% | 9.6% | -6.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.9% | 10% | -0.9% | 13.4% | -3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 11.1% | 2.7% | 16.9% | -5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 57.8% | 63.7% | 5.9% | 33.8% | 29.9% |
| Other | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.9% 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 | 2.8% | 0.9% | -1.9% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| White | 94.1% | 92.9% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 11.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 89.8% 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 | 90.7% | 89.8% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| European Union | 2% | 3.1% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.6% | 89.8% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 7.1% | 6.5% | 9.8% | -2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 7% | 2.2% | -4.8% | 1.9% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.7% | 76.7% | 14.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 6.2% | 13.5% | -7.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52% | 37.2% | 14.8% |
| Christian | 30.3% | 46.2% | -15.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 2.8% | 6.5% | -3.7% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 13.3% | 6.0% | 7.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Grove Road was 49.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 62.4% lower than the Newtown and St Leonard's average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
West Grove Road has the 16th lowest crime rate of 57 local areas in Newtown and St Leonard's and the 166th lowest crime rate of 396 local areas in Exeter .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 46.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 61 West Grove Road, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2026-03-17 | £430,000 |
| 18 West Grove Road, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2025-10-31 | £383,099 |
| 29 West Grove Road, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £278,750 | 2025-06-23 | £279,337 |
| 51 West Grove Road, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £442,500 | 2024-10-31 | £434,289 |
| 27 West Grove Road, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £418,625 | 2024-09-02 | £414,704 |
EX2 4LU area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
EX2 4LU 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 41 |
| Education | 30 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 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 | 1,700 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 | 1,934 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter Central CofE First School St Leonard's Road , EX2 4NQ | - not rated | 166 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC) St Leonard's Road , EX2 4NQ | - not rated | 166 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC) St Leonard's Road , EX2 4NQ | - not rated | 166 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newtown Primary School Clifton Road , EX1 2BP | - not rated | 935 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newtown Primary School Clifton Road , EX1 2BP | 2out of 4 | 935 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter Central CofE Middle School St Leonard's Road , EX2 4NQ | - not rated | 166 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradley Rowe Middle School Burnthouse Lane , EX2 6AY | - not rated | 1,512 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Stocker Middle School Buddle Lane , EX4 1JT | - not rated | 2,163 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exwick Middle School Exwick Hill , Exwick EX4 2BG | - not rated | 2,930 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerway Middle School Summerway , EX4 8DF | - not rated | 3,201 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isca Academy Earl Richards Road South , EX2 6AP | 3out of 4 | 1,526 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Isca College of Media Arts Earl Richards Road South , EX2 6AP | - not rated | 1,526 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Exe School Hatherleigh Road , EX2 9JU | 3out of 4 | 1,946 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Exe School Hatherleigh Road , EX2 9JU | - not rated | 1,946 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Aided School Quarry Lane , Heavitree EX2 5AP | - not rated | 2,922 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 1,122 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group Hele Road , EX4 4JS | - not rated | 1,812 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 | 3,517 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Steiner Academy Exeter Cowley Bridge Road , Thomas Hall EX4 5AD | - not rated | 3,517 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Matford Brook Academy March Close , Matford EX2 0BZ | - not rated | 3,674 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maria Montessori School 3 St Leonard's Place , EX2 4LZ | - not rated | 115 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Magdalen Court School Victoria Park Road , EX2 4NU | - not rated | 373 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount St Mary's Convent School Wonford Road , EX2 4PF | - not rated | 420 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Exeter Tutorial College 44-46 Magdalen Road , EX2 4TE | - not rated | 447 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Exeter Tutorial College 44-46 Magdalen Road , EX2 4TE | - not rated | 447 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sandwiched Inn | 36 Magdalen Road, Exeter | 336 yd | |
| St Leonards Church | Topsham Road, Exeter | 346 yd | |
| Calvo Loco | 25 Magdalen Road, Exeter | 358 yd | |
| Portal Pizza | 35 Magdalen Road, Exeter | 360 yd | |
| Tacoboys Ltd | Taco Boys, 31 Magdalen Road | 365 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Radford | 73-75 Magdalen Road, Exeter | 366 yd | |
| Port Royal Inn | Weirfield Road, Exeter | 476 yd | |
| Coaver Club Bar | Devon County Council, County Hall | 520 yd | |
| On the Waterfront | On The Waterfront, 5-9 The Quay | 594 yd | |
| Exe Water Sports Club | 62 Haven Road, Exeter | 710 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Veg Box Cafe | 7 Piazza Terracina, Haven Road | 719 yd | |
| Yummy House | 59 South Street, Exeter | 738 yd | |
| Dos Bros Burritos | 2 Market Street, Exeter | 859 yd | |
| Ten Fifty | 1 The Cloisters, Cathedral Close | 868 yd | |
| Hook Fish and Chips | 88 South Street, Exeter | 897 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose | 2 Gladstone Road, Exeter | 874 yd | |
| Co-op | Unit 2, The Depot | 1,007 yd | |
| Tesco Metro (2486) | Tesco, 223-225 High Street | 1,034 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 211-219 High Street, Exeter | 1,035 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 66 Polsloe Road, Exeter | 1,038 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Academy For Deaf Education TOPSHAM ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 295 yd |
| Coaver Club MATFORD LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 361 yd |
| Magdalen Court School MULBERRY HOUSE MULBERRY HOUSE VICTORIA PARK ROAD | 490 yd | |
| Anytime Fitness (Exeter) SOUTHERNHAY GARDENS | health and fitness suite | 525 yd |
| Victoria Park Tennis Club LYNDHURST ROAD | tennis courts | 532 yd |
| The Maynard School DENMARK ROAD | health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 557 yd |
| Spa Naturel (Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel) SOUTHERNHAY EAST | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 636 yd |
| Exeter School VICTORIA PARK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 732 yd |
| St Luke'S Sports Centre HEAVITREE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 739 yd |
| Pyramids Swimming & Leisure Centre HEAVITREE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 788 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 | 134.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.