Buddle Lane is in Exeter and in Exeter district. EX4 1JN is located in the St Thomas electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Exeter. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Buddle Lane, Exeter, EX4 1JN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX4 1ES, EX4 1ET, EX4 1JP, EX4 1ER, EX4 1QU, EX4 1JL, EX4 2BZ, EX4 1EX, EX4 1TP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX4 1JN is primarily male, with 53.1% of the population 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 | 46.1% | 46.9% | 0.8% | 51.0% | -4.1% |
| Male | 53.9% | 53.1% | -0.8% | 49.0% | 4.1% |
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 EX4 1JN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.8% 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 | 32.2% | 43.8% | 11.6% | 37.9% | 5.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.8% | 37.3% | -12.5% | 44.2% | -6.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 4% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 12.7% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 2.2% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
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 | 47.2% | 45.1% | -2.1% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 38% | 2.9% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 11.5% | -0.6% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 4.2% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 20.3% | 21.6% | 1.3% | 18.2% | 3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 10.2% | -2.7% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 12.3% | -2.2% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 5.9% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 14.8% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.5% | 33.3% | 2.8% | 33.8% | -0.5% |
| Other | 5.8% | 1.9% | -3.9% | 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 | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 2.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 0.5% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 93% | 91.9% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 10.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 78.9% 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 | 87.4% | 78.9% | -8.5% | 83.2% | -4.3% |
| European Union | 4.9% | 13.8% | 8.9% | 6.1% | 7.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.4% | 2.6% | -1.8% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.9% | 79.1% | -7.8% | 83.2% | -4.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 7.6% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.1% | 5.5% | 1.4% | 2.9% | 2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 3.9% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 3.9% | -1.3% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.6% | 76.7% | -10.1% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 4.7% | 1.3% | 3.4% |
| Romania | 7% | 0.9% | 6.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.7% | 13.5% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.6% | 37.2% | 5.4% |
| Christian | 45.4% | 46.2% | -0.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 9.9% | 6.0% | 3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Buddle Lane was 42.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.4% lower than the Alphington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Buddle Lane has the 32nd lowest crime rate of 72 local areas in Alphington and the 139th lowest crime rate of 396 local areas in Exeter .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 132 Buddle Lane, Exeter, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2020-02-25 | £248,793 |
| 134 Buddle Lane, Exeter, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2016-09-09 | £251,483 |
| 132 Buddle Lane, Exeter, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2012-12-20 | £261,364 |
| 130 Buddle Lane, Exeter, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2008-02-22 | £379,054 |
| 134 Buddle Lane, Exeter, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £126,000 | 2003-05-09 | £263,557 |
EX4 1JN 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 | 131 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Other | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 37 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Education | 21 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Exe Nursery School - Exeter Nursery Schools Federation Cowick Street , EX4 1HL | 4out of 4 | 723 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chestnut Nursery School - Exeter Nursery Schools Federation Magnolia Avenue , EX2 6DJ | 3out of 4 | 3,824 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redhills Community Primary School Landhayes Road , Redhills EX4 2BY | - not rated | 205 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gabriel's CofE Primary School Landhayes Road , Redhills EX4 2BY | 3out of 4 | 205 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Montgomery Primary School Redvers Road , EX4 1BS | - not rated | 419 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bowhill Primary School Buddle Lane , St Thomas EX4 1JT | 3out of 4 | 587 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bowhill Primary School Buddle Lane , St Thomas EX4 1JT | - not rated | 587 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Stocker Middle School Buddle Lane , EX4 1JT | - not rated | 587 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exwick Middle School Exwick Hill , Exwick EX4 2BG | - not rated | 1,254 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter Central CofE Middle School St Leonard's Road , EX2 4NQ | - not rated | 2,163 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradley Rowe Middle School Burnthouse Lane , EX2 6AY | - not rated | 3,567 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerway Middle School Summerway , EX4 8DF | - not rated | 4,936 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,738 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Exe School Hatherleigh Road , EX2 9JU | - not rated | 1,738 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Isca Academy Earl Richards Road South , EX2 6AP | 3out of 4 | 3,359 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Isca College of Media Arts Earl Richards Road South , EX2 6AP | - not rated | 3,359 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James School Summer Lane , EX4 8NN | 3out of 4 | 4,698 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group Hele Road , EX4 4JS | - not rated | 1,284 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter Mathematics School Rougemont House , EX4 3PU | - not rated | 1,633 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Hall School Cowley Bridge Road , EX4 5AD | 2out of 4 | 2,763 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Steiner Academy Exeter Cowley Bridge Road , Thomas Hall EX4 5AD | - not rated | 2,763 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Matford Brook Academy March Close , Matford EX2 0BZ | - not rated | 4,309 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Children's Garden Early Years Steiner Education and Family Centre 80 Merrivale Road , EX4 1PT | - not rated | 345 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Torlands Academy Merrivale Road , St Thomas EX4 1PT | 3out of 4 | 386 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belong School Devon Grace Road West , EX2 8PU | - not rated | 710 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Junior School 33 St David's Hill , EX4 4DA | - not rated | 1,070 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's School 25-29 St David's Hill , EX4 4DA | - not rated | 1,070 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family Garden | 80 Merrivale Road, Exeter | 387 yd | |
| Argee bhajee | Argee Bhajee, 13 Buddle Lane | 578 yd | |
| Jimmy's Cafe | 118 Cowick Street, Exeter | 692 yd | |
| The Coffee Cup | 12 St Thomas Centre, Exeter | 722 yd | |
| Exeter Fried Chicken Fish & Chips | 6 St Thomas Centre, Exeter | 722 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Gables Inn | Buddle Lane, Exeter | 428 yd | |
| Royal Oak Inn | 68 Okehampton Street, Exeter | 668 yd | |
| Sawyers Arms | 121 Cowick Street, Exeter | 692 yd | |
| The Lucombe Oak | Public House, Cowick Street | 722 yd | |
| The Thatched House | Thatched House, Exwick Road | 753 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Krispies | 6 Isleworth Road, Exeter | 53 yd | |
| The Golden Wok | 2 Isleworth Road, Exeter | 122 yd | |
| Fish Supper House | 17 Okehampton Road, Exeter | 526 yd | |
| Souvlaki-Gyros | Souvlaki And Gyros Ltd, 3 Buddle Lane | 592 yd | |
| Wan's Chinese Takeaway | 11 Buddle Lane, Exeter | 598 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Co-op (0334) | 103 Buddle Lane, Exeter | 67 yd | |
| Tesco Express (5865) | 135 Cowick Street, Exeter | 707 yd | |
| Co-op | 1 St Thomas Centre, Exeter | 722 yd | |
| Tesco Stores (6176) | Tesco Stores (6176), 5 Winchester Avenue | 777 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Unit 4, The Exebridge Centre | 957 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Montgomery Primary School REDVERS ROAD | grass pitches | 349 yd |
| Bowhill Primary School BUDDLE LANE | artificial grass pitch | 591 yd |
| Flower Pot Playing Fields LYNWOOD AVENUE | grass pitches | 598 yd |
| Exwick Playing Fields Western Road | grass pitches | 633 yd |
| St Thomas Methodist Church 110-111 110-111 COWICK STREET | 657 yd | |
| Exeter College (Exwick Sports Hub) ENNERDALE WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 660 yd |
| Exeter Rugby Club (Closed) County Ground County Ground Church Road | grass pitches | 833 yd |
| Fitness First Health Club (Exeter) TUDOR STREET | health and fitness suite | 879 yd |
| Riverside Leisure Centre (Exeter) COWICK STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,059 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.