Guinevere Way is in Exeter and in Exeter district. EX4 8LQ is located in the Mincinglake and Whipton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Exeter. This postcode has been in use since 1997-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Guinevere Way, Exeter, EX4 8LQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX4 8LS, EX4 8LH, EX4 8LF, EX4 8LR, EX4 8LG, EX4 8LT, EX4 8LU, EX4 8LX, EX4 9BB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX4 8LQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 51.3% | -1.8% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 46.9% | 48.7% | 1.8% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 35.3% | 37.5% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -0.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.9% | 48.4% | 0.5% | 44.2% | 4.2% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 3.1% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 8.6% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 2.3% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
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 (85.7%) 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 | 52.8% | 56.3% | 3.5% | 48.4% | 7.9% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 29.4% | -5.5% | 33.6% | -4.2% |
| Fair health | 7.8% | 9.8% | 2.0% | 12.7% | -2.9% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 4.4% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 10.9% | 12.5% | 1.6% | 18.2% | -5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.1% | 14.9% | -3.2% | 9.6% | 5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 12.2% | -5.0% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 4.7% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 20.8% | 6.5% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.7% | 34.9% | 4.2% | 33.8% | 1.1% |
| Other | 4.6% | 0% | -4.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 3.3% | 1.2% | -2.1% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 95.4% | 86% | -9.4% | 81.4% | 4.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 0.6% | 4.7% |
| Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 81.4% 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 | 90.9% | 81.4% | -9.5% | 83.2% | -1.8% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 6% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.6% | 9.4% | 4.8% | 5.6% | 3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.9% | 81.4% | -9.5% | 83.2% | -1.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 9.4% | 8.1% | 9.8% | -0.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.9% | 0.9% | -2.0% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 7.2% | 5.2% | 2.2% | 5.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0.9% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.8% | 76.7% | 0.1% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 2.8% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Middle East | 6.3% | 0.1% | 6.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 9.7% | 13.5% | -3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.6% | 37.2% | 10.4% |
| Christian | 36.6% | 46.2% | -9.6% |
| Muslim | 7.9% | 6.5% | 1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Guinevere Way was 24.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.9% lower than the Mincinglake and Whipton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Guinevere Way has the 21st lowest crime rate of 92 local areas in Mincinglake and Whipton and the 84th lowest crime rate of 398 local areas in Exeter .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Guinevere Way, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £227,500 | 2024-07-05 | £237,391 |
| 22 Guinevere Way, Exeter, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2019-09-02 | £412,224 |
| 4 Guinevere Way, Exeter, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £212,000 | 2018-09-21 | £266,139 |
| 13 Guinevere Way, Exeter, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2017-11-03 | £350,900 |
| 6 Guinevere Way, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £247,000 | 2016-11-04 | £331,128 |
EX4 8LQ 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 | 117 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Nursery Magnolia Avenue , EX2 6DJ | 3out of 4 | 3,021 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Exe Nursery School Cowick Street , EX4 1HL | 4out of 4 | 4,587 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 | 418 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 | 964 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whipton Barton Junior School Whipton Barton Junior School , Hill Lane EX1 3JP | 2out of 4 | 1,023 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Hill Junior School Stoke Hill , EX4 7DP | 3out of 4 | 1,140 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Hill Infant and Nursery School Stoke Hill , EX4 7DB | 4out of 4 | 1,160 yd | Community school | 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 | 280 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Church of England School Harts Lane , EX1 3RD | - not rated | 1,633 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 | 2,619 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Isca Earl Richards Road South , EX2 6AP | 3out of 4 | 3,761 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Exe School Hatherleigh Road , EX2 9JU | 3out of 4 | 4,879 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 | 2,801 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter College Hele Road , EX4 4JS | - not rated | 3,262 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 | 3,618 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 | 847 yd | Other independent special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellen Tinkham School Hollow Lane , Pinhoe EX1 3RW | 4out of 4 | 2,198 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter School Victoria Park Road , EX2 4NS | - not rated | 2,444 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Maynard School Denmark Road , EX1 1SJ | - not rated | 2,510 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Devon Hospitals' Short Stay School Schoolrooms, Bramble Unit , RD&E Hospital EX2 5DW | 3out of 4 | 2,640 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Priory Community Cafe | St Katharines Priory, St Katherines Road | 495 yd | |
| Exeter City Group LTD | Isca Centre, Summer Lane | 585 yd | |
| Refuel Coffee & Sandwich Bar | 284 Pinhoe Road, Exeter | 700 yd | |
| Whipton Community Hall | Pinhoe Road, Exeter | 747 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Devon Yeoman | 156 Beacon Lane, Exeter | 197 yd | |
| Isca Community Enterprises | The Beacon, Pendragon House | 246 yd | |
| Exeter Saracens Rugby Football Club | Exeter Saracens Rfc Clubhouse, Exeter Arena Car Park | 585 yd | |
| The Village Inn | 56-58 Whipton Village Road, Exeter | 656 yd | |
| Whipton Institute | 20 Whipton Village Road, Exeter | 656 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shanghai Fish Bar | 100 Beacon Lane, Exeter | 189 yd | |
| Asia Chinese Takeaway | 5 Summer Lane, Exeter | 705 yd | |
| Friar Tuck | 25 Whipton Village Road, Exeter | 713 yd | |
| Monsieur Tacos Kebab | 278 - 280 Pinhoe Road, Exeter | 717 yd | |
| The Four Seasons | 276 Pinhoe Road, Exeter | 751 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Morrisons Supermarket, Prince Charles Road | 598 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Atkinson Secure Children'S Home THE ATKINSON UNIT THE ATKINSON UNIT BEACON LANE | artificial grass pitch | 153 yd |
| Northbrook Swimming Pool NORTHBROOK POOL NORTHBROOK POOL BEACON LANE | swimming pool | 188 yd |
| St James School SUMMER LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 240 yd |
| Willowbrook School SUMMER LANE | grass pitches | 308 yd |
| Bettysmead Playing Fields Bettysmead | grass pitches | 333 yd |
| Exeter Arena EXETER HARRIERS PAVILION EXETER HARRIERS PAVILION SUMMER LANE | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 586 yd |
| Exhibition Fields Summer Lane | grass pitches | 636 yd |
| Isca Centre ISCA CENTRE ISCA CENTRE SUMMER LANE | indoor bowls | 743 yd |
| Summerway Middle School (Closed) Summerway | grass pitches | 751 yd |
| Whipton Barton Junior School HILL LANE | grass pitches | 917 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 150 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.