Priestley Avenue is in Exeter and in Exeter district. EX4 8DG is located in the Pinhoe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Exeter. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Priestley Avenue, Exeter, EX4 8DG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX4 8DF, EX4 8DD, EX4 8DA, EX4 8DE, EX4 8DY, EX4 8DB, EX4 8BZ, EX4 8DU, EX4 8ED.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX4 8DG, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.6% 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 | 51.3% | 53.6% | 2.3% | 51.0% | 2.6% |
| Male | 48.7% | 46.4% | -2.3% | 49.0% | -2.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of EX4 8DG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.9% 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 | 20.2% | 28% | 7.8% | 37.9% | -9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.1% | 53.9% | -13.2% | 44.2% | 9.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 5.6% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 10.3% | 4.7% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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 | 40.8% | 44.1% | 3.3% | 48.4% | -4.3% |
| Good health | 41.5% | 31.6% | -9.9% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 17.9% | 4.0% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 4.9% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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% | 24.8% | -3.8% | 18.2% | 6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 7% | -2.5% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.6% | 15.7% | -4.9% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 6.1% | 0.1% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 15.2% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.8% | 29.1% | 9.3% | 33.8% | -4.7% |
| Other | 4% | 2.2% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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 | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 1.6% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.6% | 94.7% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 92.7% 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 | 96.5% | 92.7% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 2.3% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 92.7% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.7% | 76.7% | -1.0% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 21.3% | 13.5% | 7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.3% | 37.2% | 1.1% |
| Christian | 52.1% | 46.2% | 5.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Jewish | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Priestley Avenue was 230.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 187.8% higher than the Mincinglake and Whipton average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Priestley Avenue has the 9th highest crime rate of 92 local areas in Mincinglake and Whipton and the 38th highest crime rate of 398 local areas in Exeter .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 83.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 8.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% 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 Priestley Avenue, Exeter, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £312,500 | 2023-12-15 | £325,616 |
| 1 Priestley Avenue, Exeter, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2022-10-24 | £335,940 |
| 4 Priestley Avenue, Exeter, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2021-06-24 | £314,767 |
| 3 Priestley Avenue, Exeter, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2021-02-15 | £358,916 |
| 1 Priestley Avenue, Exeter, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £246,500 | 2020-08-21 | £306,735 |
EX4 8DG 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 8DG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 90 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Education | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Nursery Magnolia Avenue , EX2 6DJ | 3out of 4 | 2,909 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Exe Nursery School Cowick Street , EX4 1HL | 4out of 4 | 4,953 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willowbrook School Summer Lane , Beacon Heath EX4 8NN | 2out of 4 | 205 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whipton Barton Infants and Nursery School Whipton Barton Infant and Nursery School , Hiil Lane EX1 3JP | 3out of 4 | 665 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whipton Barton Junior School Whipton Barton Junior School , Hill Lane EX1 3JP | 2out of 4 | 689 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pinhoe Church of England Primary School Harrington Lane , Pinhoe EX4 8PE | 3out of 4 | 1,435 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas Catholic Primary School Ringswell Avenue , EX1 3EG | 3out of 4 | 1,532 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 426 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Church of England School Harts Lane , EX1 3RD | - not rated | 1,021 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Aided School Quarry Lane , Heavitree EX2 5AP | 3out of 4 | 2,213 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Isca Earl Richards Road South , EX2 6AP | 3out of 4 | 3,751 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clyst Vale Community College Station Road , Broadclyst EX5 3AJ | 3out of 4 | 4,786 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,229 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter College Hele Road , EX4 4JS | - not rated | 3,761 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 4,232 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vranch House School Pinhoe Road , EX4 8AD | - not rated | 598 yd | Other independent special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellen Tinkham School Hollow Lane , Pinhoe EX1 3RW | 4out of 4 | 1,578 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter School Victoria Park Road , EX2 4NS | - not rated | 2,579 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Devon Hospitals' Short Stay School Schoolrooms, Bramble Unit , RD&E Hospital EX2 5DW | 3out of 4 | 2,651 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stansfield Academy Falcon Road , EX2 7LB | 1out of 4 | 2,818 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter City Group LTD | Isca Centre, Summer Lane | 179 yd | |
| Whipton Community Hall | Pinhoe Road, Exeter | 579 yd | |
| Priory Community Cafe | St Katharines Priory, St Katherines Road | 929 yd | |
| Refuel Coffee & Sandwich Bar | 284 Pinhoe Road, Exeter | 939 yd | |
| Trailways | 1 Venny Bridge, Exeter | 995 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter Saracens Rugby Football Club | Exeter Saracens Rfc Clubhouse, Exeter Arena Car Park | 179 yd | |
| The Village Inn | 56-58 Whipton Village Road, Exeter | 453 yd | |
| Whipton Institute | 20 Whipton Village Road, Exeter | 453 yd | |
| Star Inn | 68 Whipton Village Road, Exeter | 453 yd | |
| Isca Community Enterprises | The Beacon, Pendragon House | 624 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asia Chinese Takeaway | 5 Summer Lane, Exeter | 344 yd | |
| The Frying Scotsman | 358 Pinhoe Road, Exeter | 396 yd | |
| A Farm Pizza | 358A Pinhoe Road, Exeter | 400 yd | |
| Friar Tuck | 25 Whipton Village Road, Exeter | 426 yd | |
| BBQ Kebab House | 352B Pinhoe Road, Exeter | 429 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, Exhibition Way | 564 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 1 Hill Barton Road, Exeter | 698 yd | |
| Morrisons | Morrisons Supermarket, Prince Charles Road | 1,020 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Summerway Middle School (Closed) Summerway | grass pitches | 138 yd |
| Exeter Arena EXETER HARRIERS PAVILION EXETER HARRIERS PAVILION SUMMER LANE | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 176 yd |
| Isca Centre ISCA CENTRE ISCA CENTRE SUMMER LANE | indoor bowls | 225 yd |
| Exhibition Fields Summer Lane | grass pitches | 277 yd |
| Willowbrook School SUMMER LANE | grass pitches | 314 yd |
| St James School SUMMER LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 473 yd |
| Atkinson Secure Children'S Home THE ATKINSON UNIT THE ATKINSON UNIT BEACON LANE | artificial grass pitch | 548 yd |
| Northbrook Swimming Pool NORTHBROOK POOL NORTHBROOK POOL BEACON LANE | swimming pool | 626 yd |
| Whipton Barton Middle School (Closed) Hill Lane | grass pitches | 636 yd |
| Whipton Barton Junior School HILL LANE | grass pitches | 636 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 | 180 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 262.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.