Long Acres is in Exeter and in Exeter district. EX2 4LW 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 Long Acres, Exeter, EX2 4LW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX2 4PR, EX2 4LH, EX2 4LX, EX2 4LP, EX2 4PS, EX2 4LY, EX2 4LQ, EX2 4LU, EX2 4PU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX2 4LW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.9% | 50.8% | -6.1% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 43.1% | 49.2% | 6.1% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 31.6% | 34.7% | 3.1% | 37.9% | -3.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.8% | 48.6% | -2.2% | 44.2% | 4.4% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 8.8% | 1.6% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 8% | 6% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 (89%) 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 | 58.8% | 57.3% | -1.5% | 48.4% | 8.9% |
| Good health | 28.8% | 31.7% | 2.9% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 9.2% | 9.7% | 0.5% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 4LW this area, 4.8% 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 69.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.8% | 4.8% | -6.0% | 18.2% | -13.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6% | 3.6% | -2.4% | 9.6% | -6.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.4% | 10.4% | 2.0% | 13.4% | -3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 2.8% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 6.8% | -1.2% | 16.9% | -10.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 60.4% | 69.5% | 9.1% | 33.8% | 35.7% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.2% 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% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 1.9% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 96.7% | 92.2% | -4.5% | 81.4% | 10.8% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 86.7% 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 | 90.5% | 86.7% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 3.5% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 6.1% | 3.5% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 3.9% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.2% | 86.7% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 3.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 9.4% | 8.7% | 9.8% | -0.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 2.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.2% | 0.3% | -5.9% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.4% | 76.7% | 5.7% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 10.4% | 13.5% | -3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45% | 37.2% | 7.8% |
| Christian | 46% | 46.2% | -0.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Long Acres was 6.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 95.1% lower than the Newtown and St Leonard's average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Long Acres has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 57 local areas in Newtown and St Leonard's and the 12th lowest crime rate of 398 local areas in Exeter .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -86.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chatterpark, 2 Long Acres, Exeter, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £585,000 | 2008-09-30 | £1,031,420 |
| 1 Long Acres, Exeter, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £152,000 | 1998-04-23 | £780,000 |
EX2 4LW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 94 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 36 |
| Education | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Other | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Nursery Magnolia Avenue , EX2 6DJ | 3out of 4 | 1,681 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Exe Nursery School Cowick Street , EX4 1HL | 4out of 4 | 1,983 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 | 219 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newtown Primary School Clifton Road , EX1 2BP | 2out of 4 | 882 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Sidwell's Church of England Primary School and Nursery York Road , EX4 6PG | 3out of 4 | 1,295 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladysmith Infant & Nursery School Ladysmith Road , EX1 2PS | 4out of 4 | 1,404 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy South Lawn Terrace , Heavitree EX1 2SN | 4out of 4 | 1,427 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,543 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Exe School Hatherleigh Road , EX2 9JU | 3out of 4 | 2,006 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 | 2,882 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James School Summer Lane , EX4 8NN | 3out of 4 | 3,121 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Church of England School Harts Lane , EX1 3RD | - not rated | 3,541 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 | 1,109 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter College Hele Road , EX4 4JS | - not rated | 1,811 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 | 3,499 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magdalen Court School Victoria Park Road , EX2 4NU | - not rated | 337 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education 1 Douglas Avenue , EX8 2AU | - not rated | 354 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Maynard School Denmark Road , EX1 1SJ | - not rated | 514 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Atkinson Secure Children's Home Care of: Devon County Council , County Hall EX2 4QD | - not rated | 541 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter School Victoria Park Road , EX2 4NS | - not rated | 686 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 | 361 yd | |
| YMR Trading LTD | 49-51 Magdalen Road, Exeter | 398 yd | |
| Tacoboys Ltd | Taco Boys, 31 Magdalen Road | 399 yd | |
| The Common Beaver | 59 Magdalen Road, Exeter | 400 yd | |
| Portal Pizza | 35 Magdalen Road, Exeter | 403 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Radford | 73-75 Magdalen Road, Exeter | 400 yd | |
| Coaver Club Bar | Devon County Council, County Hall | 440 yd | |
| Port Royal Inn | Weirfield Road, Exeter | 572 yd | |
| Cross Keys Bar & Cafe | St Lukes Campus, Heavitree Road | 692 yd | |
| On the Waterfront | On The Waterfront, 5-9 The Quay | 722 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Veg Box Cafe | 7 Piazza Terracina, Haven Road | 846 yd | |
| Yummy House | 59 South Street, Exeter | 867 yd | |
| Ten Fifty | 1 The Cloisters, Cathedral Close | 989 yd | |
| Dos Bros Burritos | 2 Market Street, Exeter | 989 yd | |
| Hook Fish and Chips | 88 South Street, Exeter | 1,023 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose | 2 Gladstone Road, Exeter | 847 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 66 Polsloe Road, Exeter | 965 yd | |
| Co-op | Unit 2, The Depot | 1,049 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Coaver Club MATFORD LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 284 yd |
| Magdalen Court School MULBERRY HOUSE MULBERRY HOUSE VICTORIA PARK ROAD | 359 yd | |
| Royal Academy For Deaf Education TOPSHAM ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 371 yd |
| Victoria Park Tennis Club LYNDHURST ROAD | tennis courts | 417 yd |
| The Maynard School DENMARK ROAD | health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 588 yd |
| Exeter School VICTORIA PARK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 611 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Exeter) SOUTHERNHAY GARDENS | health and fitness suite | 639 yd |
| St Luke'S Sports Centre HEAVITREE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 703 yd |
| Spa Naturel (Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel) SOUTHERNHAY EAST | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 763 yd |
| Tunnels Tennis Club RIVERMEAD ROAD | tennis courts | 792 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.