High Street is in Bradninch, Exeter and in Mid Devon district. EX5 4NJ is located in the Bradninch electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Central Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about High Street, Bradninch, Exeter, EX5 4NJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX5 4NE, EX5 4QL, EX5 4NX, EX5 4NT, EX5 4QN, EX5 4NL, EX5 4RE, EX5 4QW, EX5 4NS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX5 4NJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 50.9% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 48.1% | 49.1% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 | 23.3% | 30.6% | 7.3% | 37.9% | -7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.8% | 47.7% | -10.1% | 44.2% | 3.5% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 2.3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 14.4% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 5.3% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 5.1% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 | 57.2% | 50.6% | -6.6% | 48.4% | 2.2% |
| Good health | 31% | 32.8% | 1.8% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 11.7% | 2.6% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 2% | 4.2% | 2.2% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -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 | 13.8% | 10.5% | -3.3% | 18.2% | -7.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 8.7% | -6.4% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 14.6% | 1.2% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 8.2% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 16.9% | 3.1% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.5% | 38.8% | 4.3% | 33.8% | 5.0% |
| Other | 6% | 2.3% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| White | 99% | 97.4% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 94.3% | 96.2% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 2.6% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 96.6% | 2.3% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 2.3% | -0.1% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.4% | 76.7% | 12.7% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 9.1% | 13.5% | -4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.5% | 37.2% | 15.3% |
| Christian | 42.6% | 46.2% | -3.6% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 224.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 224.1% higher than the Bradninch average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
High Street has the 2nd highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Bradninch and the 11th highest crime rate of 261 local areas in Mid Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 112.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 62.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 High Street, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2025-06-11 | £249,197 |
| 12A High Street, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £207,000 | 2024-01-26 | £205,674 |
| 8 High Street, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-01-08 | £183,815 |
| 14 High Street, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2023-07-28 | £215,639 |
| 5 High Street, Exeter, Devon Other, an established residential building | £302,000 | 2021-12-17 | £286,932 |
EX5 4NJ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Education | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Duchy School Bradninch Bowley Meadow , Townlands EX5 4RF | 4out of 4 | 683 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Willowbank Primary School Manitoba Gardens , EX15 1EZ | 2out of 4 | 3,837 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Silverton Church of England Primary School Coach Road , Silverton EX5 4JY | 2out of 4 | 4,291 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Primary School St Andrews Estate , EX15 1HU | 3out of 4 | 4,333 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clyst Hydon Primary School Clyst Hydon , EX15 2ND | 2out of 4 | 4,866 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cullompton Community College Exeter Road , EX15 1DX | 3out of 4 | 3,793 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Lion | 26 High Street Bradninch Exeter Devon | 61 yd | |
| The Castle Inn | 1 Fore Street Bradninch Exeter Devon | 186 yd | |
| Bradninch Cricket Club | Kensham Avenue Bradninch Exeter Devon | 310 yd | |
| Bradninch Bowling Club | Bradninch Bowling Club Kensham Avenue Bradninch Devon | 319 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kensham Football Field | grass pitches | 346 yd |
| Kensham Recreation Ground PARK BUNGALOW PARK BUNGALOW | grass pitches, tennis courts | 476 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 70.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.99 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.99 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.