Old Bakery Close is in Exeter and in Exeter district. EX4 2UZ is located in the Exwick electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Exeter. This postcode has been in use since 1997-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Old Bakery Close, Exeter, EX4 2UZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX4 2AS, EX4 2AX, EX4 2AZ, EX4 2AU, EX4 2DD, EX4 2DF, EX4 2AT, EX4 2AQ, EX4 2DB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX4 2UZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 50.1% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 47.3% | 49.9% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
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 | 30% | 36.6% | 6.6% | 37.9% | -1.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.5% | 40.1% | -3.4% | 44.2% | -4.1% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 2.2% | -1.3% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 17.3% | 15.1% | -2.2% | 9.1% | 6.0% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 6.1% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 46% | 43.1% | -2.9% | 48.4% | -5.3% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 33.2% | -2.6% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 16.3% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 3.6% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 6.1% | 3.2% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 27.7% | 26.1% | -1.6% | 18.2% | 7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 11.4% | -2.8% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 16.1% | 2.6% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 6.1% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 13.9% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.5% | 23.2% | 1.7% | 33.8% | -10.6% |
| Other | 6.2% | 3.2% | -3.0% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.1% | 96.5% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 89.2% 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 | 95.8% | 89.2% | -6.6% | 83.2% | 6.0% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 7.3% | 5.1% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 3.2% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 89.2% | -6.3% | 83.2% | 6.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 3.8% | 2.5% | 2.9% | 0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 1.7% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.6% | 76.7% | -10.1% |
| Spain | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Lithuania | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 24.7% | 13.5% | 11.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49% | 37.2% | 11.8% |
| Christian | 45.2% | 46.2% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Old Bakery Close was 37.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 41.7% lower than the Exwick average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Old Bakery Close has the 6th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Exwick and the 121st lowest crime rate of 396 local areas in Exeter .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 59 Old Bakery Close, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2025-11-14 | £257,429 |
| 37 Old Bakery Close, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2025-10-31 | £249,014 |
| 39 Old Bakery Close, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2025-05-02 | £254,732 |
| 61 Old Bakery Close, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2025-04-30 | £258,749 |
| 51 Old Bakery Close, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2025-03-28 | £247,714 |
EX4 2UZ 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 | 80 |
| Retired | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Education | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 1,905 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chestnut Nursery School - Exeter Nursery Schools Federation Magnolia Avenue , EX2 6DJ | 3out of 4 | 4,189 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foxhayes First School Gloucester Road , Exwick EX4 2EE | - not rated | 500 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exwick Heights Primary School Exwick Lane , Exwick EX4 2FB | 3out of 4 | 765 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Exwick Heights Primary School Exwick Lane , Exwick EX4 2FB | - not rated | 765 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redhills Community Primary School Landhayes Road , Redhills EX4 2BY | - not rated | 1,050 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gabriel's CofE Primary School Landhayes Road , Redhills EX4 2BY | 3out of 4 | 1,050 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exwick Middle School Exwick Hill , Exwick EX4 2BG | - not rated | 510 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Stocker Middle School Buddle Lane , EX4 1JT | - not rated | 1,810 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter Central CofE Middle School St Leonard's Road , EX2 4NQ | - not rated | 2,606 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradley Rowe Middle School Burnthouse Lane , EX2 6AY | - not rated | 4,032 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerway Middle School Summerway , EX4 8DF | - not rated | 4,538 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 | 2,871 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Exe School Hatherleigh Road , EX2 9JU | - not rated | 2,871 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Isca Academy Earl Richards Road South , EX2 6AP | 3out of 4 | 3,989 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Isca College of Media Arts Earl Richards Road South , EX2 6AP | - not rated | 3,989 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James School Summer Lane , EX4 8NN | 3out of 4 | 4,166 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 | 761 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter Mathematics School Rougemont House , EX4 3PU | - not rated | 1,504 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 | 1,540 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Steiner Academy Exeter Cowley Bridge Road , Thomas Hall EX4 5AD | - not rated | 1,540 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Matford Brook Academy March Close , Matford EX2 0BZ | - not rated | 5,411 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Wilfrid's Junior School 33 St David's Hill , EX4 4DA | - not rated | 946 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's School 25-29 St David's Hill , EX4 4DA | - not rated | 946 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Exeter Northcote House , The Queen's Drive EX4 4QJ | - not rated | 1,205 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Children's Garden Early Years Steiner Education and Family Centre 80 Merrivale Road , EX4 1PT | - not rated | 1,568 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Torlands Academy Merrivale Road , St Thomas EX4 1PT | 3out of 4 | 1,607 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Local | Great Western Railway, St Davids Station | 374 yd | |
| Costa | 1 Isambard Parade, Exeter | 429 yd | |
| Cafe On The Heale | 13 Winchester Avenue, Exeter | 490 yd | |
| GURKHA SALUTE | The Jolly Porter, St Davids Hill | 575 yd | |
| University of Exeter, Student Accomm | University Of Exeter, Student Accomm | 904 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Western Hotel | Cowley Bridge Road, Exeter | 440 yd | |
| The Thatched House | Thatched House, Exwick Road | 474 yd | |
| The Imperial | New North Road, Exeter | 625 yd | |
| University of Exeter | Hailey Wing, Reed Hall | 866 yd | |
| Exeter Community Centre Kitchen | 17 St Davids Hill, Exeter | 1,033 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exwick Fish & Chips | Exwick Villas, Exwick Road | 70 yd | |
| Best Kebab | Great Western Hotel, Cowley Bridge Road | 440 yd | |
| Taste of China Ltd | 9 Winchester Avenue, Exeter | 490 yd | |
| Smart Fish Bar | 123 Exwick Road, Exeter | 494 yd | |
| House Of Wong | 100 Bonhay Road, Exeter | 564 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores (6176) | Tesco Stores (6176), 5 Winchester Avenue | 491 yd | |
| Co-op (7831) | 37-39 Queen Street, Exeter | 1,082 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Exeter College (Exwick Sports Hub) ENNERDALE WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 574 yd |
| Exwick Playing Fields Western Road | grass pitches | 723 yd |
| Exeter College (Hele Road) (Closed) Hele Road | 761 yd | |
| Flower Pot Playing Fields LYNWOOD AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,019 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 | 65.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 136.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.