Tuckfield Close is in Exeter and in Exeter district. EX2 5LS is located in the Priory electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Exeter. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tuckfield Close, Exeter, EX2 5LS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX2 5LP, EX2 5LJ, EX2 5LN, EX2 5LR, EX2 5JD, EX2 5LZ, EX2 5LT, EX2 5DB, EX2 5JA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding EX2 5LS has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 47.6% | 50% | 2.4% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 52.4% | 50% | -2.4% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 37.3% | 39.2% | 1.9% | 37.9% | 1.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.1% | 44.9% | 3.8% | 44.2% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 11.3% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 2.1% | -3.1% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
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 | 46.3% | 44.1% | -2.2% | 48.4% | -4.3% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 34.1% | -0.6% | 33.6% | 0.5% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 14.2% | 2.1% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 5.4% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 16.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.1% | 25.3% | -6.8% | 18.2% | 7.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.2% | 14.4% | -4.8% | 9.6% | 4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 16.8% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 8.1% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 16.1% | 5.3% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.8% | 16.5% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -17.3% |
| Other | 5.2% | 2.8% | -2.4% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 1.9% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 94.1% | 94% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 90.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.5% | 90.3% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 4% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 4% | 3.0% | 5.6% | -1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.5% | 90.8% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 4.6% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.8% | 3.8% | 1.0% | 2.9% | 0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 0.8% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.7% | 76.7% | -2.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.2% | 13.5% | 6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.9% | 37.2% | 15.7% |
| Christian | 34.5% | 46.2% | -11.7% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Not answered | 8.8% | 6.0% | 2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tuckfield Close was 44.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.2% lower than the Heavitree average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tuckfield Close has the 21st lowest crime rate of 75 local areas in Heavitree and the 145th lowest crime rate of 398 local areas in Exeter .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Tuckfield Close, Exeter, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2023-12-01 | £312,592 |
| 25 Tuckfield Close, Exeter, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2009-04-29 | £253,615 |
| 19 Tuckfield Close, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £168,500 | 2007-08-09 | £272,256 |
| 19 Tuckfield Close, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2003-09-26 | £284,665 |
| 25 Tuckfield Close, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £126,000 | 2003-08-06 | £287,000 |
EX2 5LS 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 | 96 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Other | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 43 |
| Human health and social work activities | 38 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Nursery Magnolia Avenue , EX2 6DJ | 3out of 4 | 458 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Exe Nursery School Cowick Street , EX4 1HL | 4out of 4 | 3,665 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wynstream School Burnthouse Lane , EX2 6AY | 4out of 4 | 707 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodwater Academy Woodwater Lane , EX2 5AW | 3out of 4 | 713 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy South Lawn Terrace , Heavitree EX1 2SN | 4out of 4 | 999 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas Catholic Primary School Ringswell Avenue , EX1 3EG | 3out of 4 | 1,434 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladysmith Infant & Nursery School Ladysmith Road , EX1 2PS | 4out of 4 | 1,562 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,181 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Isca Earl Richards Road South , EX2 6AP | 3out of 4 | 1,398 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Church of England School Harts Lane , EX1 3RD | - not rated | 2,344 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James School Summer Lane , EX4 8NN | 3out of 4 | 2,689 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Exe School Hatherleigh Road , EX2 9JU | 3out of 4 | 3,385 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 | 2,665 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter College Hele Road , EX4 4JS | - not rated | 3,412 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 | 4,824 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belong School Devon Wonford Community and Learning Centre , Burnthouse Lane EX2 6NF | - not rated | 417 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 | 649 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter School Victoria Park Road , EX2 4NS | - not rated | 1,122 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southbrook School Bishop Westall Road , Topsham Road EX2 6JB | 3out of 4 | 1,200 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Magdalen Court School Victoria Park Road , EX2 4NU | - not rated | 1,412 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe RILD | Unit 1 E102, Royal Devon And Exeter Hospital | 748 yd | |
| Princess Elizabeth Orthopaedic Centre Buffet Bar | Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, R. D & E Hospital (Wonford) | 748 yd | |
| Savour @ The Centre For Women's Health | Royal Devon And Exeter Hospital, Barrack Road | 748 yd | |
| Savour Coffee Shop | R. D. & E NHS Foundation Trust, R. D & E Hospital (Wonford) | 748 yd | |
| Force Snack Bar | Force Cancer Support Centre, Barrack Road | 748 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavitree And Wonford United Services Club | 104 Wonford Street, Exeter | 228 yd | |
| Wonford Social Club | 104 Wonford Street, Exeter | 228 yd | |
| Heavitree Social Club Ltd | Wingfield Park, 2 East Wonford Hill | 628 yd | |
| Royal Oak | The Royal Oak, 79 - 81 Fore Street | 846 yd | |
| Ship & Pelican | 54 Fore Street, Heavitree | 849 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Choy's Takeaway | 97 Wonford Street, Exeter | 194 yd | |
| New Jumbo | New Jumbo Take Away, 34 Wonford Street | 444 yd | |
| Exeter Fast Food | 79 Burnthouse Lane, Exeter | 829 yd | |
| The Bengal | 48 Fore Street, Heavitree | 960 yd | |
| Eddys Fast Food | 46 Fore Street, Heavitree | 960 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl UK GmbH (1514) | Lidl UK GmbH (1514), Lidl Supermarket | 310 yd | |
| Tesco Express (2620) | 85 Fore Street, Heavitree | 815 yd | |
| Co-op | 63 Fore Street, Heavitree | 905 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wonford Sports Centre WONFORD DISTRICT CENTRE WONFORD DISTRICT CENTRE BURNTHOUSE LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 377 yd |
| Wonford Playing Fields Ludwell Lane | grass pitches | 395 yd |
| Heavitree Social Club EAST WONFORD HILL | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 585 yd |
| Woodwater Academy WOODWATER LANE | grass pitches | 590 yd |
| Wynstream School Burnthouse Lane | grass pitches | 663 yd |
| Heavitree Pleasure Ground Whipton Lane | tennis courts | 830 yd |
| St Michael’S Church Of England Primary Academy SOUTH LAWN TERRACE | grass pitches | 1,060 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 | 144.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.