Surbiton Crescent is in Exeter and in Exeter district. EX4 1PB 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 Surbiton Crescent, Exeter, EX4 1PB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX4 1NZ, EX4 1PD, EX4 1PA, EX4 1PE, EX4 1LL, EX4 1PY, EX4 1LJ, EX4 1LQ, EX4 1LY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX4 1PB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 50.5% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 48% | 49.5% | 1.5% | 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 | 31.5% | 31.4% | -0.1% | 37.9% | -6.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.4% | 46.9% | 0.5% | 44.2% | 2.7% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.5% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 7.5% | 1.3% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 13.8% | 11.7% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 5.6% |
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 | 41.5% | 42.9% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 36.1% | 0.7% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 14.9% | -2.6% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 4.4% | 0.3% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 | 27.3% | 21% | -6.3% | 18.2% | 2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 9.2% | -8.8% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 11.8% | -7.9% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 7.6% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.2% | 13.4% | 7.2% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.3% | 31.9% | 13.6% | 33.8% | -1.9% |
| Other | 4.8% | 5% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 2.2% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 3.5% | 0.7% | -2.8% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.7% | 98.3% | 3.6% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
In this area, 92.2% 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 | 95% | 92.2% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 6.1% | 5.2% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.6% | 1.4% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 92.5% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.8% | 5.4% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.6% | 76.7% | -1.1% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 19.3% | 13.5% | 5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.2% | 37.2% | 15.0% |
| Christian | 40.7% | 46.2% | -5.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Surbiton Crescent was 64.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.1% lower than the Alphington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Surbiton Crescent has the 31st highest crime rate of 72 local areas in Alphington and the 188th highest crime rate of 396 local areas in Exeter .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Surbiton Crescent, Exeter, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2024-02-16 | £261,366 |
| 10 Surbiton Crescent, Exeter, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2019-07-11 | £308,718 |
| 11 Surbiton Crescent, Exeter, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £246,000 | 2016-02-22 | £323,958 |
| 5 Surbiton Crescent, Exeter, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2015-07-20 | £264,603 |
| 9 Surbiton Crescent, Exeter, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2015-06-02 | £337,952 |
EX4 1PB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 83 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Education | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| 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 | 415 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chestnut Nursery School - Exeter Nursery Schools Federation Magnolia Avenue , EX2 6DJ | 3out of 4 | 3,878 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 | 232 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bowhill Primary School Buddle Lane , St Thomas EX4 1JT | - not rated | 232 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cowick First School Cowick Street , EX4 1HL | - not rated | 345 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Montgomery Primary School Redvers Road , EX4 1BS | - not rated | 745 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas Primary School Union Street , EX2 9BB | - not rated | 941 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 | 232 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exwick Middle School Exwick Hill , Exwick EX4 2BG | - not rated | 1,960 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter Central CofE Middle School St Leonard's Road , EX2 4NQ | - not rated | 2,301 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradley Rowe Middle School Burnthouse Lane , EX2 6AY | - not rated | 3,563 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerway Middle School Summerway , EX4 8DF | - not rated | 5,395 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 | 1,200 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Exe School Hatherleigh Road , EX2 9JU | - not rated | 1,200 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Isca Academy Earl Richards Road South , EX2 6AP | 3out of 4 | 3,241 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Isca College of Media Arts Earl Richards Road South , EX2 6AP | - not rated | 3,241 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James School Summer Lane , EX4 8NN | 3out of 4 | 5,226 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 | 1,999 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter Mathematics School Rougemont House , EX4 3PU | - not rated | 2,175 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 | 3,534 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Steiner Academy Exeter Cowley Bridge Road , Thomas Hall EX4 5AD | - not rated | 3,534 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Matford Brook Academy March Close , Matford EX2 0BZ | - not rated | 3,713 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torlands Academy Merrivale Road , St Thomas EX4 1PT | 3out of 4 | 388 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Children's Garden Early Years Steiner Education and Family Centre 80 Merrivale Road , EX4 1PT | - not rated | 430 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barley Lane School Barley Lane , St Thomas EX4 1TA | 2out of 4 | 678 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Belong School Devon Grace Road West , EX2 8PU | - not rated | 699 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Junior School 33 St David's Hill , EX4 4DA | - not rated | 1,729 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Argee bhajee | Argee Bhajee, 13 Buddle Lane | 317 yd | |
| Family Garden | 80 Merrivale Road, Exeter | 388 yd | |
| St Thomas Social Club | 67A Cowick Street, Exeter | 478 yd | |
| Jimmy's Cafe | 118 Cowick Street, Exeter | 544 yd | |
| Lilac | 59 Cowick Street, Exeter | 544 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas Bowling Club | Barton Road, Exeter | 413 yd | |
| Green Gables Inn | Buddle Lane, Exeter | 432 yd | |
| Sawyers Arms | 121 Cowick Street, Exeter | 544 yd | |
| Cowick Barton | The Cowick Barton, 121 Cowick Lane | 729 yd | |
| The Lucombe Oak | Public House, Cowick Street | 918 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beijing Oriental Express | 31 Bowhay Lane, Exeter | 79 yd | |
| Wan's Chinese Takeaway | 11 Buddle Lane, Exeter | 308 yd | |
| Souvlaki-Gyros | Souvlaki And Gyros Ltd, 3 Buddle Lane | 312 yd | |
| Phoenix Chinese Food | 99 Cowick Street, Exeter | 349 yd | |
| The Tasty Plaice | 93 Cowick Street, Exeter | 349 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express (5865) | 135 Cowick Street, Exeter | 700 yd | |
| Southern Co-op (0334) | 103 Buddle Lane, Exeter | 808 yd | |
| Co-op | 1 St Thomas Centre, Exeter | 918 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Unit 4, The Exebridge Centre | 1,070 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bowhill Primary School BUDDLE LANE | artificial grass pitch | 229 yd |
| St Thomas Methodist Church 110-111 110-111 COWICK STREET | 470 yd | |
| Cowick Barton Playing Fields Off Wellington Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 626 yd |
| Exeter Rugby Club (Closed) County Ground County Ground Church Road | grass pitches | 728 yd |
| Montgomery Primary School REDVERS ROAD | grass pitches | 750 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 167.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.