Sussex Close is in Exeter and in Exeter district. EX4 1LP 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 Sussex Close, Exeter, EX4 1LP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX4 1TD, EX4 1LU, EX4 1LR, EX4 1LW, EX4 1LS, EX4 1TB, EX4 1NE, EX4 1NA, EX4 1TE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX4 1LP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.4% 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 | 55.1% | 53.4% | -1.7% | 51.0% | 2.4% |
| Male | 44.9% | 46.6% | 1.7% | 49.0% | -2.4% |
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 EX4 1LP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.8% 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 | 14.5% | 22.5% | 8.0% | 37.9% | -15.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.6% | 61.8% | -3.8% | 44.2% | 17.6% |
| Separated | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 4.6% | 6.5% | 1.9% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 15.4% | 7.3% | -8.1% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 40.9% | 44.6% | 3.7% | 48.4% | -3.8% |
| Good health | 37.3% | 36.7% | -0.6% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 12.1% | -4.2% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 3.9% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 | 28.6% | 17.5% | -11.1% | 18.2% | -0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 11.4% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 13.7% | -4.1% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.5% | 12.2% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 6.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 14.4% | 4.9% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.5% | 27% | 7.5% | 33.8% | -6.8% |
| Other | 4.1% | 3.8% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.5% | 100% | 2.5% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 94.9% | 94.4% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 4.3% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 95% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.6% | 76.7% | 6.9% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 14.4% | 13.5% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.2% | 37.2% | 9.0% |
| Christian | 47.2% | 46.2% | 1.0% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sussex Close was 14.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.5% lower than the Alphington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sussex Close has the 9th lowest crime rate of 73 local areas in Alphington and the 41st lowest crime rate of 398 local areas in Exeter .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Sussex Close, Exeter, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2025-04-17 | £428,887 |
| 21 Sussex Close, Exeter, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £414,000 | 2024-07-05 | £437,324 |
| 25 Sussex Close, Exeter, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2023-06-09 | £495,000 |
| 20 Sussex Close, Exeter, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2022-09-02 | £589,718 |
| 7 Sussex Close, Exeter, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2022-02-18 | £373,750 |
EX4 1LP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 EX4 1LP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 113 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Exe Nursery School Cowick Street , EX4 1HL | 4out of 4 | 995 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chestnut Nursery Magnolia Avenue , EX2 6DJ | 3out of 4 | 4,470 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowhill Primary School Buddle Lane , St Thomas EX4 1JT | 3out of 4 | 750 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redhills Primary School Landhayes Road , Redhills EX4 2BY | 3out of 4 | 1,082 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Montgomery Primary School Redvers Road , St Thomas EX4 1BS | 3out of 4 | 1,191 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ide Primary School High Street , Ide EX2 9RN | 4out of 4 | 1,283 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas Primary School Union Street , EX2 9BB | 3out of 4 | 1,519 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 | 1,721 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Isca Earl Richards Road South , EX2 6AP | 3out of 4 | 3,833 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter College Hele Road , EX4 4JS | - not rated | 2,280 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter Mathematics School Rougemont House , EX4 3PU | - not rated | 2,604 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | 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 | 3,576 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barley Lane School Barley Lane , St Thomas EX4 1TA | 3out of 4 | 123 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Torlands Academy Merrivale Road , St Thomas EX4 1PT | - not rated | 718 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's School 25-29 St David's Hill , EX4 4DA | - not rated | 2,070 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter Cathedral School The Chantry , Palace Gate EX1 1HX | - not rated | 2,339 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education 1 Douglas Avenue , EX8 2AU | - not rated | 2,724 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family Garden | 80 Merrivale Road, Exeter | 669 yd | |
| Argee bhajee | Argee Bhajee, 13 Buddle Lane | 770 yd | |
| St Thomas Social Club | 67A Cowick Street, Exeter | 968 yd | |
| Jimmy's Cafe | 118 Cowick Street, Exeter | 1,025 yd | |
| Lilac | 59 Cowick Street, Exeter | 1,032 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Gables Inn | Buddle Lane, Exeter | 825 yd | |
| St Thomas Bowling Club | Barton Road, Exeter | 911 yd | |
| The Twisted Oak | Little Johns Cross Hill, Exeter | 918 yd | |
| Sawyers Arms | 121 Cowick Street, Exeter | 1,025 yd | |
| Cowick Barton | The Cowick Barton, 121 Cowick Lane | 1,083 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beijing Oriental Express | 31 Bowhay Lane, Exeter | 453 yd | |
| Wan's Chinese Takeaway | 11 Buddle Lane, Exeter | 769 yd | |
| Souvlaki-Gyros | Souvlaki And Gyros Ltd, 3 Buddle Lane | 770 yd | |
| Phoenix Chinese Food | 99 Cowick Street, Exeter | 827 yd | |
| The Tasty Plaice | 93 Cowick Street, Exeter | 827 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Co-op (0334) | 103 Buddle Lane, Exeter | 985 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bowhill Primary School BUDDLE LANE | artificial grass pitch | 670 yd |
| St Thomas Methodist Church 110-111 110-111 COWICK STREET | 948 yd | |
| Cowick Barton Playing Fields Off Wellington Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,076 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 | 130 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 214 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 25.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.