Gate Reach is in Exeter and in Exeter district. EX2 6GA is located in the Priory electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Exeter. This postcode has been in use since 2013-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gate Reach, Exeter, EX2 6GA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX2 6GD, EX2 6GB, EX2 6FQ, EX2 6FH, EX2 6FA, EX2 6FJ, EX2 6FD, EX2 6FP, EX2 6FN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding EX2 6GA has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% 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 | 51.9% | 48.4% | -3.5% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 48.1% | 51.6% | 3.5% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of EX2 6GA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.9% 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 | 23.3% | 23.3% | 0.0% | 37.9% | -14.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.2% | 57.9% | 1.7% | 44.2% | 13.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 10% | 8.4% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 8.1% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.1%) 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 | 47.4% | 57.4% | 10.0% | 48.4% | 9.0% |
| Good health | 40.3% | 29.7% | -10.6% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 9.6% | 10% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 2% | 2.4% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 6GA this area, 7.8% 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 55%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.2% | 7.8% | -3.4% | 18.2% | -10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.6% | 4.6% | -3.0% | 9.6% | -5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 14.7% | -3.0% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 4.6% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 11.8% | 1.8% | 16.9% | -5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 45.8% | 55% | 9.2% | 33.8% | 21.2% |
| Other | 2.4% | 1.4% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 98.3% | 93.4% | -4.9% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 85.8% 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 | 94.9% | 85.8% | -9.1% | 83.2% | 2.6% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 3.9% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 4.4% | 3.0% | 5.6% | -1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 85.8% | -8.4% | 83.2% | 2.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 9.5% | 9.2% | 9.8% | -0.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 1.7% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.5% | 76.7% | 12.8% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 5.1% | 13.5% | -8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.2% | 37.2% | 0.0% |
| Christian | 53.3% | 46.2% | 7.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 4.4% | 6.5% | -2.1% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gate Reach was 74.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.1% lower than the Priory average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gate Reach has the 11th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Priory and the 166th highest crime rate of 396 local areas in Exeter .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Gate Reach, Exeter, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2025-02-07 | £413,699 |
| 30 Gate Reach, Exeter, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £565,000 | 2023-04-14 | £534,151 |
| 12 Gate Reach, Exeter, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £825,000 | 2023-01-19 | £771,375 |
| 1 Gate Reach, Exeter, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2022-08-19 | £355,316 |
| 22 Gate Reach, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2022-08-18 | £347,234 |
EX2 6GA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 6GA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 141 |
| Full-Time Employee | 101 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 1,098 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 | 2,979 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 | 725 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wynstream School Burnthouse Lane , EX2 6AY | - not rated | 855 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wynstream Primary School Academy Burnthouse Lane , EX2 6AY | 2out of 4 | 855 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter Central CofE First School St Leonard's Road , EX2 4NQ | - not rated | 1,603 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC) St Leonard's Road , EX2 4NQ | - not rated | 1,603 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 | 725 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter Central CofE Middle School St Leonard's Road , EX2 4NQ | - not rated | 1,603 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Stocker Middle School Buddle Lane , EX4 1JT | - not rated | 3,244 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerway Middle School Summerway , EX4 8DF | - not rated | 3,862 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Topsham Middle School Parkfield Road , Topsham EX3 0DR | - not rated | 4,313 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 | 222 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Isca College of Media Arts Earl Richards Road South , EX2 6AP | - not rated | 222 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Exe School Hatherleigh Road , EX2 9JU | 3out of 4 | 2,324 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Exe School Hatherleigh Road , EX2 9JU | - not rated | 2,324 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Aided School Quarry Lane , Heavitree EX2 5AP | - not rated | 2,544 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 | 2,852 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group Hele Road , EX4 4JS | - not rated | 3,511 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 | 2,503 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Hall School Cowley Bridge Road , EX4 5AD | 2out of 4 | 5,248 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Steiner Academy Exeter Cowley Bridge Road , Thomas Hall EX4 5AD | - not rated | 5,248 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southbrook School Bishop Westall Road , Topsham Road EX2 6JB | - not rated | 924 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dryden School Wonford House Hospital , Dryden Road EX2 5AF | - not rated | 1,175 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Atkinson Secure Children's Home Care of: Devon County Council , County Hall EX2 4QD | - not rated | 1,210 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Infocus School Countess Wear , EX2 6HA | - not rated | 1,234 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Infocus College Topsham Road , Countess Wear EX2 6HA | - not rated | 1,234 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millbrook Village Management Ltd | Millbrook Village, Turnstone Road | 173 yd | |
| The Tasting Room | 204 Topsham Road, Exeter | 656 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dolphin Inn | 31 Burnthouse Lane, Exeter | 439 yd | |
| Double Locks Hotel | Canal Banks, Exeter | 761 yd | |
| The Tally Ho | Tally Ho Inn, Countess Wear Road | 769 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow House | 1-3 Burnthouse Lane, Exeter | 439 yd | |
| Ivor Dewdney | 30 Burnthouse Lane, Exeter | 458 yd | |
| Dolphin Fish & Chip Shop | 36B Burnthouse Lane, Exeter | 605 yd | |
| Exeter Fast Food | 79 Burnthouse Lane, Exeter | 725 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Isca Academy EARL RICHARDS ROAD SOUTH | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 218 yd |
| St Loyes College (Closed) Topsham Road | grass pitches | 279 yd |
| University Of Exeter (Duckes Meadow) Duckes Meadow Pavillion Duckes Meadow Pavillion Salmon Pool Lane | grass pitches | 441 yd |
| Northbrook Approach Golf Course Topsham Road | golf | 523 yd |
| Bromhams Farm Playing Fields (Closed) Clapperbrook Lane East | grass pitches | 774 yd |
| Grace Road Playing Fields (Closed) Alphin Brook Road | grass pitches | 781 yd |
| Exeter Aces Cycle Speedway Club COFTON ROAD | cycling | 900 yd |
| Southbrook School BISHOP WESTALL ROAD | grass pitches | 924 yd |
| Wynstream School Burnthouse Lane | grass pitches | 925 yd |
| Tunnels Tennis Club RIVERMEAD ROAD | tennis courts | 936 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 | 55.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 113.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.