Ashwood Road is in Exeter and in Exeter district. EX2 8JN is located in the Alphington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Exeter. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ashwood Road, Exeter, EX2 8JN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX2 8JL, EX2 8JW, EX2 8JP, EX2 8JJ, EX2 8JR, EX2 8JH, EX2 8JF, EX2 8JS, EX2 8HB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX2 8JN 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 | 54.3% | 51.5% | -2.8% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 45.7% | 48.5% | 2.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28.1% | 29.5% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.8% | 50.5% | -3.3% | 44.2% | 6.3% |
| Separated | 1% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 9% | 11.6% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 8% | 5.8% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 | 46.6% | 48.7% | 2.1% | 48.4% | 0.3% |
| Good health | 38.8% | 36% | -2.8% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 8.5% | -3.6% | 12.7% | -4.2% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 4.2% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 | 21.1% | 19.6% | -1.5% | 18.2% | 1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.6% | 12.2% | -10.4% | 9.6% | 2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 13.2% | -1.4% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 9.5% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 4.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 17.5% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.6% | 24.3% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -9.5% |
| Other | 4.5% | 3.7% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.6% | 98.3% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 94.8% | 95.7% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 3.5% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 0.4% | -1.8% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 95.3% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 4.7% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.2% | 76.7% | 12.5% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 8.2% | 13.5% | -5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.4% | 37.2% | 12.2% |
| Christian | 42.1% | 46.2% | -4.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ashwood Road was 120.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.9% higher than the Alphington average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Ashwood Road has the 17th highest crime rate of 73 local areas in Alphington and the 91st highest crime rate of 398 local areas in Exeter .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Ashwood Road, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2022-12-02 | £320,762 |
| 16 Ashwood Road, Exeter, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2020-08-07 | £416,861 |
| 22 Ashwood Road, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £329,450 | 2019-11-22 | £405,224 |
| 26 Ashwood Road, Exeter, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £317,500 | 2018-07-12 | £406,810 |
| 26 Ashwood Road, Exeter, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2016-11-10 | £378,801 |
EX2 8JN 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 | 74 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Exe Nursery School Cowick Street , EX4 1HL | 4out of 4 | 835 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chestnut Nursery Magnolia Avenue , EX2 6DJ | 3out of 4 | 2,685 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas Primary School Union Street , EX2 9BB | 3out of 4 | 433 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Montgomery Primary School Redvers Road , St Thomas EX4 1BS | 3out of 4 | 1,007 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bowhill Primary School Buddle Lane , St Thomas EX4 1JT | 3out of 4 | 1,101 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC) St Leonard's Road , EX2 4NQ | 4out of 4 | 1,209 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St David's CofE Primary School Dinham Road , EX4 4EE | 3out of 4 | 1,463 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Exe School Hatherleigh Road , EX2 9JU | 3out of 4 | 702 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Isca Earl Richards Road South , EX2 6AP | 3out of 4 | 2,036 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Aided School Quarry Lane , Heavitree EX2 5AP | 3out of 4 | 4,095 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James School Summer Lane , EX4 8NN | 3out of 4 | 4,440 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Church of England School Harts Lane , EX1 3RD | - not rated | 4,900 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 | 1,682 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter College Hele Road , EX4 4JS | - not rated | 1,957 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 | 3,776 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education 1 Douglas Avenue , EX8 2AU | - not rated | 1,044 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter Cathedral School The Chantry , Palace Gate EX1 1HX | - not rated | 1,196 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Torlands Academy Merrivale Road , St Thomas EX4 1PT | - not rated | 1,269 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Atkinson Secure Children's Home Care of: Devon County Council , County Hall EX2 4QD | - not rated | 1,417 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's School 25-29 St David's Hill , EX4 4DA | - not rated | 1,618 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Range | 33 Alphington Road, Exeter | 230 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Stone Lane Retail Park, Marsh Barton Road | 287 yd | |
| Mcdonalds Restaurants | Unit 8, Stone Lane Retail Park | 287 yd | |
| The Burger Box | Unit 2, Filmer Way | 349 yd | |
| Sushi Gourmet | Sainsburys, Alphington Cross Store | 361 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seven Stars | The Seven Stars, Alphington Road | 433 yd | |
| The Malthouse | 7 Haven Road, Exeter | 559 yd | |
| Exe Water Sports Club | 62 Haven Road, Exeter | 670 yd | |
| Port Royal Inn | Weirfield Road, Exeter | 795 yd | |
| The Kings | Kings Arms, 173 Cowick Street | 810 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fika Exeter | 9 Welcome Street, Exeter | 215 yd | |
| Fish & Chips on Alphington Road | 56 Alphington Road, Exeter | 292 yd | |
| St Thomas Food Fight | 36 Union Street, Exeter | 612 yd | |
| Veg Box Cafe | 7 Piazza Terracina, Haven Road | 722 yd | |
| King Kebab | 23 Cowick Street, Exeter | 760 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Retail Unit, Alphington Road | 230 yd | |
| Aldi | Alphington Road, Exeter | 230 yd | |
| Southern Co-op | Co-op (0350), The Southern Co-Operative Ltd | 291 yd | |
| Co-op | 1 Haven Road, Exeter | 559 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Alphington Cross Store, Alphington Road | 632 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Gym (Exeter) RETAIL PARK CLOSE | health and fitness suite | 230 yd |
| Unit 7 Gym UNIT 7 UNIT 7 KENNFORD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 303 yd |
| Riverside Leisure Centre (Exeter) COWICK STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 582 yd |
| Exeter Rugby Club (Closed) County Ground County Ground Church Road | grass pitches | 701 yd |
| West Exe Community Sports Centre HATHERLEIGH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 742 yd |
| Exeter Sports Academy MARSH GREEN ROAD WEST | health and fitness suite | 780 yd |
| Cowick Barton Playing Fields Off Wellington Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 784 yd |
| St Thomas Methodist Church 110-111 110-111 COWICK STREET | 950 yd | |
| Royal Academy For Deaf Education TOPSHAM ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 994 yd |
| Fitness First Health Club (Exeter) TUDOR STREET | health and fitness suite | 1,021 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 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 72.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.