Tennyson Avenue is in Exeter and in Exeter district. EX2 6BS 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 Tennyson Avenue, Exeter, EX2 6BS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX2 6BR, EX2 6NS, EX2 6BP, EX2 6BL, EX2 6BW, EX2 6BT, EX2 6AN, EX2 6EL, EX2 6BH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX2 6BS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.7% | 51.7% | -3.0% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 45.3% | 48.3% | 3.0% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 6BS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.6% 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 | 47% | 48.6% | 1.6% | 37.9% | 10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.7% | 35.3% | 6.6% | 44.2% | -8.9% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 15% | 10.6% | -4.4% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 2.7% | -3.4% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.3% | 48.9% | 0.6% | 48.4% | 0.5% |
| Good health | 37.6% | 31.6% | -6.0% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 9.7% | 14.1% | 4.4% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 3% | 4.2% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 6BS this area, 28.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 18.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.6% | 28.6% | -5.0% | 18.2% | 10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.7% | 17.3% | -5.4% | 9.6% | 7.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 15.3% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 7.8% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.9% | 9% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -7.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.5% | 18.4% | 7.9% | 33.8% | -15.4% |
| Other | 11.7% | 3.5% | -8.2% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 95% | 92.9% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 11.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
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 | 90.9% | 86.7% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 3.5% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 6.8% | 2.9% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 3.4% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 2.6% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.1% | 2.5% | -1.6% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.6% | 86.2% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 3.0% |
| 10+ Years | 3% | 7% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 2.2% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 56.5% | 76.7% | -20.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 3.7% | 1.3% | 2.4% |
| Romania | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 33.1% | 13.5% | 19.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.5% | 37.2% | 19.3% |
| Christian | 33.9% | 46.2% | -12.3% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tennyson Avenue was 131.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 124.2% higher than the Heavitree average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tennyson Avenue has the 16th highest crime rate of 76 local areas in Heavitree and the 89th highest crime rate of 396 local areas in Exeter .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 84.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Tennyson Avenue, Exeter, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £268,000 | 2025-02-19 | £267,160 |
| 12 Tennyson Avenue, Exeter, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2024-12-19 | £261,095 |
| 7 Tennyson Avenue, Exeter, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £232,500 | 2024-05-15 | £240,569 |
| 16 Tennyson Avenue, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2023-11-24 | £251,586 |
| 21 Tennyson Avenue, Exeter, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2023-05-23 | £170,183 |
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Unemployed | 18 |
| Retired | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 704 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 | 2,898 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bradley Rowe First School Burnthouse Lane , EX2 6AY | - not rated | 309 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wynstream School Burnthouse Lane , EX2 6AY | - not rated | 399 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wynstream Primary School Academy Burnthouse Lane , EX2 6AY | 2out of 4 | 399 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter Central CofE First School St Leonard's Road , EX2 4NQ | - not rated | 1,259 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC) St Leonard's Road , EX2 4NQ | - not rated | 1,259 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bradley Rowe Middle School Burnthouse Lane , EX2 6AY | - not rated | 309 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter Central CofE Middle School St Leonard's Road , EX2 4NQ | - not rated | 1,259 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Stocker Middle School Buddle Lane , EX4 1JT | - not rated | 3,161 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerway Middle School Summerway , EX4 8DF | - not rated | 3,359 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exwick Middle School Exwick Hill , Exwick EX4 2BG | - not rated | 4,253 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 | 325 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Isca College of Media Arts Earl Richards Road South , EX2 6AP | - not rated | 325 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Aided School Quarry Lane , Heavitree EX2 5AP | - not rated | 2,207 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Exe School Hatherleigh Road , EX2 9JU | 3out of 4 | 2,413 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Exe School Hatherleigh Road , EX2 9JU | - not rated | 2,413 yd | Foundation 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 | 2,468 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group Hele Road , EX4 4JS | - not rated | 3,168 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 | 2,999 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Hall School Cowley Bridge Road , EX4 5AD | 2out of 4 | 4,844 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Steiner Academy Exeter Cowley Bridge Road , Thomas Hall EX4 5AD | - not rated | 4,844 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dryden School Wonford House Hospital , Dryden Road EX2 5AF | - not rated | 650 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Devon Hospitals' Short Stay School Schoolrooms, Bramble Unit , RD&E Hospital EX2 5DW | 3out of 4 | 798 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Atkinson Secure Children's Home Care of: Devon County Council , County Hall EX2 4QD | - not rated | 851 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southbrook School Bishop Westall Road , Topsham Road EX2 6JB | - not rated | 967 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount St Mary's Convent School Wonford Road , EX2 4PF | - not rated | 1,075 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tasting Room | 204 Topsham Road, Exeter | 363 yd | |
| Millbrook Village Management Ltd | Millbrook Village, Turnstone Road | 378 yd | |
| Cafe RILD | Unit 1 E102, Royal Devon And Exeter Hospital | 796 yd | |
| TLC Restaurant | Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, Royal Devon And Exeter Hospital (Wonford) | 797 yd | |
| Filling Time | Haematology Centre, Royal Devon And Exeter Hospital (Wonford) | 797 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dolphin Inn | 31 Burnthouse Lane, Exeter | 212 yd | |
| Coaver Club Bar | Devon County Council, County Hall | 853 yd | |
| Heavitree And Wonford United Services Club | 104 Wonford Street, Exeter | 950 yd | |
| Wonford Social Club | 104 Wonford Street, Exeter | 950 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ivor Dewdney | 30 Burnthouse Lane, Exeter | 161 yd | |
| Rainbow House | 1-3 Burnthouse Lane, Exeter | 212 yd | |
| Dolphin Fish & Chip Shop | 36B Burnthouse Lane, Exeter | 213 yd | |
| Exeter Fast Food | 79 Burnthouse Lane, Exeter | 339 yd | |
| Choy's Takeaway | 97 Wonford Street, Exeter | 946 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl UK GmbH (1514) | Lidl UK GmbH (1514), Lidl Supermarket | 838 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Isca Academy EARL RICHARDS ROAD SOUTH | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 328 yd |
| St Loyes College (Closed) Topsham Road | grass pitches | 423 yd |
| Wynstream School Burnthouse Lane | grass pitches | 468 yd |
| University Of Exeter (Duckes Meadow) Duckes Meadow Pavillion Duckes Meadow Pavillion Salmon Pool Lane | grass pitches | 533 yd |
| Tunnels Tennis Club RIVERMEAD ROAD | tennis courts | 727 yd |
| Northbrook Approach Golf Course Topsham Road | golf | 772 yd |
| Wonford Sports Centre WONFORD DISTRICT CENTRE WONFORD DISTRICT CENTRE BURNTHOUSE LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 836 yd |
| Wonford Playing Fields Ludwell Lane | grass pitches | 886 yd |
| Bromhams Farm Playing Fields (Closed) Clapperbrook Lane East | grass pitches | 951 yd |
| Southbrook School BISHOP WESTALL ROAD | grass pitches | 966 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 | 200.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.