Altamira is in Topsham, Exeter and in Exeter district. EX3 0AQ is located in the Topsham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of East Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Altamira, Topsham, Exeter, EX3 0AQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX3 0AH, EX3 0EJ, EX3 0ER, EX3 0EY, EX3 0EL, EX3 0AE, EX3 0EN, EX3 0AF, EX3 0AD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX3 0AQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.7% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.7% | 54.7% | 0.0% | 51.0% | 3.7% |
| Male | 45.3% | 45.3% | 0.0% | 49.0% | -3.7% |
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 EX3 0AQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.8% 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 | 32.7% | 42.8% | 10.1% | 37.9% | 4.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34% | 27% | -7.0% | 44.2% | -17.2% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 5.3% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 3.1% |
| Divorced | 17.3% | 17.1% | -0.2% | 9.1% | 8.0% |
| Widowed | 12.8% | 7.9% | -4.9% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 31.8% | 44.1% | 12.3% | 48.4% | -4.3% |
| Good health | 44.1% | 32.4% | -11.7% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 14.7% | -1.2% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 5.3% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 3.5% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 2.3% |
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 | 21.8% | 14.9% | -6.9% | 18.2% | -3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.6% | 11.7% | 2.1% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 13% | -1.1% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 2.6% | -1.2% | 5.3% | -2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 18.8% | 6.6% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.5% | 37% | 0.5% | 33.8% | 3.2% |
| Other | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 1.1% | 4.7% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.4% | 0.6% | -1.8% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 95.9% | 91.9% | -4.0% | 81.4% | 10.5% |
In this area, 87.2% 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 | 95.9% | 87.2% | -8.7% | 83.2% | 4.0% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 5.2% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 4.7% | 4.1% | 5.6% | -0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 87.2% | -8.7% | 83.2% | 4.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.6% | 7.6% | 9.8% | -2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 3.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 8.7% | 13.5% | -4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39% | 37.2% | 1.8% |
| Christian | 48.8% | 46.2% | 2.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Muslim | 5.8% | 6.5% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Altamira was 28.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.9% lower than the Priory average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Altamira has the 6th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Priory and the 96th lowest crime rate of 398 local areas in Exeter .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Altamira, Exeter, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2025-05-21 | £233,215 |
| 35 Altamira, Exeter, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2024-01-24 | £276,171 |
| 19 Altamira, Exeter, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £229,000 | 2022-07-28 | £222,396 |
| 34 Altamira, Exeter, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2022-07-28 | £189,377 |
| 10 Altamira, Exeter, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £192,500 | 2022-03-18 | £196,034 |
EX3 0AQ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 15% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
EX3 0AQ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Other | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| 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 | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Nursery Magnolia Avenue , EX2 6DJ | 3out of 4 | 4,688 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Topsham School Orchard Way , Topsham EX3 0DN | 3out of 4 | 650 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lady Seaward's Church of England Primary School Clyst St George , EX3 0RE | 4out of 4 | 1,786 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary and Nursery School Fish Street , EX2 7TR | - not rated | 2,376 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Exminster Community Primary Main Road , EX6 8AJ | 3out of 4 | 2,674 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Countess Wear Community School Glasshouse Lane , Countess Wear EX2 7BS | 2out of 4 | 2,896 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 | 4,597 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Isca Earl Richards Road South , EX2 6AP | 3out of 4 | 4,759 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The New School The Avenue , Exminster EX6 8AT | - not rated | 2,674 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Infocus School Countess Wear , EX2 6HA | 3out of 4 | 3,455 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Infocus College Topsham Road , Countess Wear EX2 6HA | - not rated | 3,455 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southbrook School Bishop Westall Road , Topsham Road EX2 6JB | 3out of 4 | 3,949 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stansfield Academy Falcon Road , EX2 7LB | 1out of 4 | 4,093 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Galley Restaurant | 41 Fore Street, Topsham | 355 yd | |
| Marcello | 32 Fore Street, Topsham | 359 yd | |
| Circle | 37 Fore Street, Topsham | 363 yd | |
| The Lighter Inn | Fore Street, Topsham | 374 yd | |
| South West Pizza | Unit 10, The Quay | 388 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge Inn | Bridge Hill, Topsham | 221 yd | |
| Topsham Masonic Club | Masonic Hall, Victoria Road | 290 yd | |
| Topsham Conservative Club | 29 Fore Street, Topsham | 359 yd | |
| The Globe Hotel | Fore Street, Topsham | 372 yd | |
| No.3 Gin Bar | 3 Fore Street, Topsham | 422 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beijing Topsham Fryer | 49 High Street, Topsham | 751 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | First Floor, 15 Fore Street | 474 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Topsham Swimming Pool Fore Street | swimming pool | 415 yd |
| Matthews Hall MATTHEWS HALL MATTHEWS HALL FORE STREET | 477 yd | |
| Bonfire Field EXETER ROAD | grass pitches | 1,017 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 | 91.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 91.2% |
| 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 | 8.8% |
| Median download speed | 50 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 98.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.