The Strand is in Topsham, Exeter and in Exeter district. EX3 0AS 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 The Strand, Topsham, Exeter, EX3 0AS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX3 0AN, EX3 0AT, EX3 0AX, EX3 0JG, EX3 0AY, EX3 0AW, EX3 0AP, EX3 0JF, EX3 0JB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX3 0AS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.8% 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 | 56% | 55.8% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 4.8% |
| Male | 44% | 44.2% | 0.2% | 49.0% | -4.8% |
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 | 22.3% | 31.2% | 8.9% | 37.9% | -6.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.2% | 34.4% | -7.8% | 44.2% | -9.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 2.4% | 1.3% | -1.1% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2.6% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 15.7% | 15.6% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 6.5% |
| Widowed | 13.9% | 14.9% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 8.8% |
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 | 53.3% | 48.2% | -5.1% | 48.4% | -0.2% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 36.6% | 2.4% | 33.6% | 3.0% |
| Fair health | 8.2% | 11.6% | 3.4% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 3% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 0.6% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 EX3 0AS this area, 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 55.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.4% | 8% | -3.4% | 18.2% | -10.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.2% | 6.7% | -0.5% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 12.7% | -2.4% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 2% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 14% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 51.8% | 55.3% | 3.5% | 33.8% | 21.5% |
| Other | 3% | 1.3% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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 | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.2% | 2.4% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| White | 95.7% | 95.8% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 87.3% 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 | 90.2% | 87.3% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 4.1% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 6.7% | 3.4% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 2.4% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.8% | 2.4% | -1.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.7% | 87.3% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 4.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 10.3% | 10.3% | 9.8% | 0.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 0.6% | -1.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.1% | 0.6% | -6.5% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 9.8% | 13.5% | -3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.4% | 37.2% | 5.2% |
| Christian | 47.3% | 46.2% | 1.1% |
| Buddhist | 2.4% | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Strand was 92.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.0% lower than the Priory average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Strand has the 11th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Priory and the 132nd highest crime rate of 398 local areas in Exeter .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 70.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 The Strand, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £810,000 | 2023-10-25 | £827,664 |
| 21 The Strand, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £716,000 | 2022-11-11 | £709,511 |
| 50 The Strand, Exeter, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £1,150,000 | 2022-03-01 | £1,230,790 |
| 21 The Strand, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £640,000 | 2021-04-15 | £735,701 |
| 47 The Strand, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £805,000 | 2017-05-09 | £1,089,574 |
EX3 0AS area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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 0AS 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in EX3 0AS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 61 |
| Full-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Education | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Nursery Magnolia Avenue , EX2 6DJ | 3out of 4 | 4,881 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 | 764 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lady Seaward's Church of England Primary School Clyst St George , EX3 0RE | 4out of 4 | 2,164 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exminster Community Primary Main Road , EX6 8AJ | 3out of 4 | 2,437 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary and Nursery School Fish Street , EX2 7TR | - not rated | 2,674 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Countess Wear Community School Glasshouse Lane , Countess Wear EX2 7BS | 2out of 4 | 2,983 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isca Earl Richards Road South , EX2 6AP | 3out of 4 | 4,868 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 | 4,906 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 2,437 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Infocus School Countess Wear , EX2 6HA | 3out of 4 | 3,607 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Infocus College Topsham Road , Countess Wear EX2 6HA | - not rated | 3,607 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southbrook School Bishop Westall Road , Topsham Road EX2 6JB | 3out of 4 | 4,113 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stansfield Academy Falcon Road , EX2 7LB | 1out of 4 | 4,453 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Topsham Museum Society (Charity) | 25 The Strand, Topsham | 61 yd | |
| South West Pizza | Unit 10, The Quay | 142 yd | |
| The Lighter Inn | Fore Street, Topsham | 258 yd | |
| The Galley Restaurant | 41 Fore Street, Topsham | 274 yd | |
| Circle | 37 Fore Street, Topsham | 313 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Globe Hotel | Fore Street, Topsham | 343 yd | |
| Topsham Conservative Club | 29 Fore Street, Topsham | 393 yd | |
| Topsham Masonic Club | Masonic Hall, Victoria Road | 468 yd | |
| No.3 Gin Bar | 3 Fore Street, Topsham | 473 yd | |
| Topsham Sailing Club | Topsham Sailing Club, Hawkins Quay | 545 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beijing Topsham Fryer | 49 High Street, Topsham | 947 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | First Floor, 15 Fore Street | 634 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Topsham Swimming Pool Fore Street | swimming pool | 640 yd |
| Matthews Hall MATTHEWS HALL MATTHEWS HALL FORE STREET | 660 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 | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 90.9% |
| 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 | 227.2 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.