Burnthouse Lane is in Exeter and in Exeter district. EX2 6FW is located in the Priory electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Exeter. This postcode has been in use since 2018-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Burnthouse Lane, Exeter, EX2 6FW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX2 6DJ, EX2 6NB, EX2 6NF, EX2 6NE, EX2 6ND, EX2 6NA, EX2 6NQ, EX2 5BX, EX2 6DH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX2 6FW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 51.6% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 50% | 48.4% | -1.6% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 6FW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.4% 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 | 37.3% | 47.4% | 10.1% | 37.9% | 9.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.5% | 33% | -6.5% | 44.2% | -11.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.8% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 12.2% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 4% | -4.7% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44% | 45.4% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -3.0% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 37.4% | 7.3% | 33.6% | 3.8% |
| Fair health | 16.7% | 11.1% | -5.6% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 7.4% | 4.5% | -2.9% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37% | 27.1% | -9.9% | 18.2% | 8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 8.9% | -4.9% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.1% | 10.2% | 0.1% | 13.4% | -3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.1% | 4.3% | 3.2% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 13.2% | -0.9% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 17% | 33.5% | 16.5% | 33.8% | -0.3% |
| Other | 6.9% | 2.8% | -4.1% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 3.5% | 3.2% | 3.1% | 0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 1.6% | 3.0% |
| Black African | 3% | 1.1% | -1.9% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0.5% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 93.5% | 81.8% | -11.7% | 81.4% | 0.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 73% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.4% | 73% | -18.4% | 83.2% | -10.2% |
| European Union | 4.5% | 11.4% | 6.9% | 6.1% | 5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 0.8% | 2.6% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 8.7% | 8.1% | 5.6% | 3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| 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 | 91.4% | 73.4% | -18.0% | 83.2% | -9.8% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 7.2% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 4.3% | 3.1% | 2.9% | 1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 7.4% | 5.9% | 2.2% | 5.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 7.7% | 4.1% | 1.9% | 5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.4% | 76.7% | -9.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 3.2% | 0.6% | 2.6% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 3.4% | 0.9% | 2.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 3.7% | 0.2% | 3.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 14.1% | 13.5% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.8% | 37.2% | 5.6% |
| Christian | 47.9% | 46.2% | 1.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.7% | 6.5% | -3.8% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Burnthouse Lane was 150.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 156.5% higher than the Heavitree average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Burnthouse Lane has the 10th highest crime rate of 76 local areas in Heavitree and the 71st highest crime rate of 396 local areas in Exeter .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 90.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -16.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37 Phoenix Court Burnthouse Lane, Exeter, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £218,000 | 2025-09-22 | £207,817 |
| 46 Phoenix Court Burnthouse Lane, Exeter, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2025-03-14 | £154,183 |
| 36 Phoenix Court Burnthouse Lane, Exeter, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2025-03-12 | £200,905 |
| 34 Phoenix Court Burnthouse Lane, Exeter, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2025-02-06 | £187,283 |
| 35 Phoenix Court Burnthouse Lane, Exeter, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2024-08-02 | £200,831 |
EX2 6FW 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 | 157 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 37 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 84 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 | 3,471 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 | - not rated | 348 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wynstream Primary School Academy Burnthouse Lane , EX2 6AY | 2out of 4 | 348 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradley Rowe First School Burnthouse Lane , EX2 6AY | - not rated | 452 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walter Daw Primary School Woodwater Lane , EX2 5AW | - not rated | 947 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodwater Academy Woodwater Lane , EX2 5AW | 3out of 4 | 947 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 452 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter Central CofE Middle School St Leonard's Road , EX2 4NQ | - not rated | 1,643 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerway Middle School Summerway , EX4 8DF | - not rated | 2,735 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Stocker Middle School Buddle Lane , EX4 1JT | - not rated | 3,725 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Topsham Middle School Parkfield Road , Topsham EX3 0DR | - not rated | 4,470 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,025 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Isca College of Media Arts Earl Richards Road South , EX2 6AP | - not rated | 1,025 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Aided School Quarry Lane , Heavitree EX2 5AP | - not rated | 1,468 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Church of England School Harts Lane , EX1 3RD | 3out of 4 | 2,724 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Church of England School Harts Lane , EX1 3RD | - not rated | 2,724 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 2,662 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group Hele Road , EX4 4JS | - not rated | 3,404 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 | 3,662 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Hall School Cowley Bridge Road , EX4 5AD | 2out of 4 | 4,919 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Steiner Academy Exeter Cowley Bridge Road , Thomas Hall EX4 5AD | - not rated | 4,919 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 | 477 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 | 587 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southbrook School Bishop Westall Road , Topsham Road EX2 6JB | - not rated | 896 yd | Foundation special school | 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 |
| Mount St Mary's Convent School Wonford Road , EX2 4PF | - not rated | 1,270 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe RILD | Unit 1 E102, Royal Devon And Exeter Hospital | 587 yd | |
| TLC Restaurant | Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, Royal Devon And Exeter Hospital (Wonford) | 588 yd | |
| Filling Time | Haematology Centre, Royal Devon And Exeter Hospital (Wonford) | 588 yd | |
| Fine Fillings (Main Hospital) | Fine Fillings Main Entrance, Royal Devon And Exeter Hospital (Wonford) | 588 yd | |
| Princess Elizabeth Orthopaedic Centre Buffet Bar | Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, R. D & E Hospital (Wonford) | 589 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavitree And Wonford United Services Club | 104 Wonford Street, Exeter | 260 yd | |
| Wonford Social Club | 104 Wonford Street, Exeter | 260 yd | |
| Dolphin Inn | 31 Burnthouse Lane, Exeter | 729 yd | |
| Heavitree Social Club Ltd | Wingfield Park, 2 East Wonford Hill | 927 yd | |
| Ship & Pelican | 54 Fore Street, Heavitree | 950 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Choy's Takeaway | 97 Wonford Street, Exeter | 221 yd | |
| Exeter Fast Food | 79 Burnthouse Lane, Exeter | 442 yd | |
| New Jumbo | New Jumbo Take Away, 34 Wonford Street | 524 yd | |
| Dolphin Fish & Chip Shop | 36B Burnthouse Lane, Exeter | 574 yd | |
| Ivor Dewdney | 30 Burnthouse Lane, Exeter | 722 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl UK GmbH (1514) | Lidl UK GmbH (1514), Lidl Supermarket | 99 yd | |
| Tesco Express (2620) | 85 Fore Street, Heavitree | 967 yd | |
| Co-op | 63 Fore Street, Heavitree | 1,004 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wonford Sports Centre WONFORD DISTRICT CENTRE WONFORD DISTRICT CENTRE BURNTHOUSE LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 171 yd |
| Wonford Playing Fields Ludwell Lane | grass pitches | 248 yd |
| Wynstream School Burnthouse Lane | grass pitches | 283 yd |
| Heavitree Social Club EAST WONFORD HILL | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 876 yd |
| Southbrook School BISHOP WESTALL ROAD | grass pitches | 895 yd |
| St Loyes College (Closed) Topsham Road | grass pitches | 916 yd |
| Woodwater Academy WOODWATER LANE | grass pitches | 932 yd |
| Isca Academy EARL RICHARDS ROAD SOUTH | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,027 yd |
| Northbrook Approach Golf Course Topsham Road | golf | 1,058 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 | 215.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.