Higher Kings Avenue is in Exeter and in Exeter district. EX4 6JW is located in the Pennsylvania electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Exeter. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Higher Kings Avenue, Exeter, EX4 6JW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX4 6DL, EX4 6HJ, EX4 6JN, EX4 6DW, EX4 6DJ, EX4 6HG, EX4 6DN, EX4 6JP, EX4 6HH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX4 6JW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.6% 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 | 48.1% | 55.6% | 7.5% | 51.0% | 4.6% |
| Male | 51.9% | 44.4% | -7.5% | 49.0% | -4.6% |
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 6JW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 60% 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 | 49% | 60% | 11.0% | 37.9% | 22.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.4% | 29.5% | -9.9% | 44.2% | -14.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 4% | 4.9% | 0.9% | 9.1% | -4.2% |
| Widowed | 6% | 4.3% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 61.8% | 59.2% | -2.6% | 48.4% | 10.8% |
| Good health | 28.4% | 31.7% | 3.3% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 7.4% | 5.4% | -2.0% | 12.7% | -7.3% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 3.3% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 EX4 6JW this area, 6.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.2% | 6.5% | -4.7% | 18.2% | -11.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.8% | 2.3% | -2.5% | 9.6% | -7.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.4% | 5.5% | -2.9% | 13.4% | -7.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.2% | 2.9% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 24.3% | 40.4% | 16.1% | 16.9% | 23.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 49.4% | 40.1% | -9.3% | 33.8% | 6.3% |
| Other | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.2% 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 | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 2.4% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 87.4% | 91.2% | 3.8% | 81.4% | 9.8% |
| Arab | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 85.8% 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 | 86.3% | 85.8% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 2.6% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 4.8% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6% | 4.5% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -1.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.9% | 2.4% | -1.5% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.6% | 85.5% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 2.3% |
| 10+ Years | 3.5% | 4.5% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.5% | 2.4% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 2.7% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 6% | 4.8% | -1.2% | 1.9% | 2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.3% | 76.7% | 13.6% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| France | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 2.7% | 13.5% | -10.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.7% | 37.2% | 5.5% |
| Christian | 43.9% | 46.2% | -2.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Sikh | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 9.4% | 6.0% | 3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Higher Kings Avenue was 15.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.5% lower than the Duryard and St James average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Higher Kings Avenue has the 8th lowest crime rate of 48 local areas in Duryard and St James and the 43rd lowest crime rate of 396 local areas in Exeter .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -82.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Higher Kings Avenue, Exeter, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £685,000 | 2022-07-08 | £671,357 |
| 2 Higher Kings Avenue, Exeter, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2013-11-05 | £571,050 |
| 10 Higher Kings Avenue, Exeter, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2002-03-18 | £445,238 |
| 1 Higher Kings Avenue, Exeter, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £122,000 | 1997-09-05 | £603,545 |
EX4 6JW 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 student residents living in EX4 6JW area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Student (economically inactive) | 118 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Education | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| 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 | 3,104 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chestnut Nursery School - Exeter Nursery Schools Federation Magnolia Avenue , EX2 6DJ | 3out of 4 | 3,238 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoke Hill Infant and Nursery School Stoke Hill , EX4 7DB | - not rated | 714 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Hill Junior School Stoke Hill , EX4 7DP | 3out of 4 | 812 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Sidwell's Church of England Primary School & Nursery York Road , EX4 6PG | 3out of 4 | 822 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Sidwell's Church of England Primary School and Nursery York Road , EX4 6PG | - not rated | 822 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newtown Primary School Clifton Road , EX1 2BP | - not rated | 1,254 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter Central CofE Middle School St Leonard's Road , EX2 4NQ | - not rated | 2,298 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exwick Middle School Exwick Hill , Exwick EX4 2BG | - not rated | 2,527 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerway Middle School Summerway , EX4 8DF | - not rated | 2,581 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Stocker Middle School Buddle Lane , EX4 1JT | - not rated | 3,182 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradley Rowe Middle School Burnthouse Lane , EX2 6AY | - not rated | 3,281 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St James School Summer Lane , EX4 8NN | 3out of 4 | 2,151 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James School Summer Lane , EX4 8NN | - not rated | 2,151 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Church of England School Harts Lane , EX1 3RD | 3out of 4 | 3,346 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Church of England School Harts Lane , EX1 3RD | - not rated | 3,346 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Isca Academy Earl Richards Road South , EX2 6AP | 3out of 4 | 3,532 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter Mathematics School Rougemont House , EX4 3PU | - not rated | 1,323 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group Hele Road , EX4 4JS | - not rated | 1,491 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,920 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Steiner Academy Exeter Cowley Bridge Road , Thomas Hall EX4 5AD | - not rated | 1,920 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Avenue Learning Centre Ringswell Avenue , EX1 3EG | - not rated | 688 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Emmanuel School Exeter 37 Blackboy Road , EX4 6SZ | - not rated | 849 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Exeter Northcote House , The Queen's Drive EX4 4QJ | - not rated | 880 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Maynard School Denmark Road , EX1 1SJ | - not rated | 1,577 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Junior School 33 St David's Hill , EX4 4DA | - not rated | 1,693 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Exeter | Lopes Hall, St Germans Road | 252 yd | |
| La Touche Cafe | Streatham Court, Rennes Drive | 616 yd | |
| Innovation Centre Café | The Innovation Centre, University Of Exeter | 665 yd | |
| The Innovation Centre | Exeter University, The Innovation Centre | 665 yd | |
| Camper Coffee Co | Amory Building, Rennes Drive | 720 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Inn | 36 Victoria Street, Exeter | 249 yd | |
| Exonia Bowling Club | 61 Union Road, Exeter | 256 yd | |
| Devon And Exeter Squash Club | Prince Of Wales Road, Exeter | 452 yd | |
| University of Exeter Lemon Grove | Cornwall House, St Germans Road | 518 yd | |
| Exeter City Football Club | Exeter City Afc Ltd, St James Park | 728 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| far east delight | Far East Delight, 124 Old Tiverton Road | 781 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 67 Sidwell Street, Exeter | 811 yd | |
| Sidwell Fish And Chips | 59 Sidwell Street, Exeter | 811 yd | |
| Shimizu | 10 Well Street, Exeter | 825 yd | |
| HOT SPOT | Hot Spot, 132A Sidwell Street | 972 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Food | 31 Old Tiverton Road, Exeter | 601 yd | |
| Co-op (4962) | 15 Pennsylvania Road, Exeter | 626 yd | |
| Tesco (6061) | 74 Sidwell Street, Exeter | 811 yd | |
| European Shop | 124-125 Sidwell Street, Exeter | 930 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Exonia Indoor Bowls Club UNION ROAD | indoor bowls | 395 yd |
| The Devon And Exeter Squash And Racketball Club PRINCE OF WALES ROAD | squash courts | 504 yd |
| Exeter City Fc (St James Park) ST. JAMES PARK ST. JAMES PARK STADIUM WAY | grass pitches | 695 yd |
| Stoke Hill Junior School STOKE HILL | grass pitches | 814 yd |
| Body 2000 Gym (Closed) 9a 9a Verney Street | health and fitness suite | 946 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.