Topsham Road is in Exeter and in Exeter district. EX2 4RW is located in the St David's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Exeter. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Topsham Road, Exeter, EX2 4RW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX2 4RN, EX2 4RP, EX2 4RG, EX2 4RR, EX2 4RQ, EX2 4RT, EX2 4RF, EX2 4RE, EX2 4RS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX2 4RW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 51.5% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 49.8% | 48.5% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of EX2 4RW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.2% | 22.7% | -2.5% | 37.9% | -15.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.7% | 61.1% | 2.4% | 44.2% | 16.9% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 0.5% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 8.3% | 0.9% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 6.5% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 (85.6%) 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 | 54.3% | 58.9% | 4.6% | 48.4% | 10.5% |
| Good health | 28.4% | 26.7% | -1.7% | 33.6% | -6.9% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 10.4% | -4.8% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 3.7% | 2.0% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 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 54.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.7% | 10.3% | 1.6% | 18.2% | -7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 7.5% | -2.5% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 8.9% | -7.2% | 13.4% | -4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 4.2% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 11.3% | 2.2% | 16.9% | -5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 49.1% | 54.9% | 5.8% | 33.8% | 21.1% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2.8% | -1.1% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| White | 95.5% | 94.4% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 13.0% |
In this area, 87.5% 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 | 91.3% | 87.5% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 4.3% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 2.6% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 3.7% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 3.3% | 3.0% | 1.3% | 2.0% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91% | 87.5% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 4.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 9.9% | 8.5% | 9.8% | 0.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.9% | 0.4% | -5.5% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.7% | 76.7% | 10.0% |
| France | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 10.7% | 13.5% | -2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.4% | 37.2% | 3.2% |
| Christian | 51.5% | 46.2% | 5.3% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Topsham Road was 35.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.4% lower than the Newtown and St Leonard's average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Topsham Road has the 9th lowest crime rate of 57 local areas in Newtown and St Leonard's and the 112th lowest crime rate of 396 local areas in Exeter .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 110 Topsham Road, Exeter, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £860,000 | 2025-02-20 | £857,304 |
| 120 Topsham Road, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £790,000 | 2023-10-19 | £780,976 |
| 110 Topsham Road, Exeter, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £501,000 | 2020-11-16 | £570,351 |
| 102 Topsham Road, Exeter, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2015-07-24 | £457,691 |
| 106 Topsham Road, Exeter, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2013-02-15 | £448,746 |
EX2 4RW 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 4RW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 72 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| 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 | 1,362 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 | 2,114 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 | 479 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC) St Leonard's Road , EX2 4NQ | - not rated | 479 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC) St Leonard's Road , EX2 4NQ | - not rated | 479 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradley Rowe First School Burnthouse Lane , EX2 6AY | - not rated | 1,065 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wynstream School Burnthouse Lane , EX2 6AY | - not rated | 1,070 yd | Community school | 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 | 479 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradley Rowe Middle School Burnthouse Lane , EX2 6AY | - not rated | 1,065 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Stocker Middle School Buddle Lane , EX4 1JT | - not rated | 2,371 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exwick Middle School Exwick Hill , Exwick EX4 2BG | - not rated | 3,431 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerway Middle School Summerway , EX4 8DF | - not rated | 3,454 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 | 933 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Isca College of Media Arts Earl Richards Road South , EX2 6AP | - not rated | 933 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Exe School Hatherleigh Road , EX2 9JU | 3out of 4 | 1,805 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Exe School Hatherleigh Road , EX2 9JU | - not rated | 1,805 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Aided School Quarry Lane , Heavitree EX2 5AP | - not rated | 2,775 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 | 1,730 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group Hele Road , EX4 4JS | - not rated | 2,386 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matford Brook Academy March Close , Matford EX2 0BZ | - not rated | 3,129 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Hall School Cowley Bridge Road , EX4 5AD | 2out of 4 | 4,129 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Steiner Academy Exeter Cowley Bridge Road , Thomas Hall EX4 5AD | - not rated | 4,129 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atkinson Secure Children's Home Care of: Devon County Council , County Hall EX2 4QD | - not rated | 162 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount St Mary's Convent School Wonford Road , EX2 4PF | - not rated | 587 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Magdalen Court School Victoria Park Road , EX2 4NU | - not rated | 593 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Maria Montessori School 3 St Leonard's Place , EX2 4LZ | - not rated | 688 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hylton Pre-Preparatory School 13a Lyndhurst Road , EX2 4PA | - not rated | 798 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coaver Club (Devon Norse) | County Hall, Topsham Road | 164 yd | |
| The Tasting Room | 204 Topsham Road, Exeter | 495 yd | |
| St Leonards Church | Topsham Road, Exeter | 676 yd | |
| The Hourglass Inn | 21 Melbourne Street, Exeter | 842 yd | |
| The Sandwiched Inn | 36 Magdalen Road, Exeter | 927 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coaver Club Bar | Devon County Council, County Hall | 164 yd | |
| Port Royal Inn | Weirfield Road, Exeter | 646 yd | |
| On the Waterfront | On The Waterfront, 5-9 The Quay | 959 yd | |
| Mount Radford | 73-75 Magdalen Road, Exeter | 965 yd | |
| Exe Water Sports Club | 62 Haven Road, Exeter | 990 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ivor Dewdney | 30 Burnthouse Lane, Exeter | 987 yd | |
| Dolphin Fish & Chip Shop | 36B Burnthouse Lane, Exeter | 1,020 yd | |
| Rainbow House | 1-3 Burnthouse Lane, Exeter | 1,035 yd | |
| Veg Box Cafe | 7 Piazza Terracina, Haven Road | 1,042 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tunnels Tennis Club RIVERMEAD ROAD | tennis courts | 226 yd |
| Coaver Club MATFORD LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 287 yd |
| Royal Academy For Deaf Education TOPSHAM ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 512 yd |
| Magdalen Court School MULBERRY HOUSE MULBERRY HOUSE VICTORIA PARK ROAD | 637 yd | |
| University Of Exeter (Duckes Meadow) Duckes Meadow Pavillion Duckes Meadow Pavillion Salmon Pool Lane | grass pitches | 737 yd |
| Victoria Park Tennis Club LYNDHURST ROAD | tennis courts | 790 yd |
| Bromhams Farm Playing Fields (Closed) Clapperbrook Lane East | grass pitches | 836 yd |
| Exeter School VICTORIA PARK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 894 yd |
| Isca Academy EARL RICHARDS ROAD SOUTH | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 935 yd |
| Unit 7 Gym UNIT 7 UNIT 7 KENNFORD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,018 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 | 118.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.