South View Terrace is in Exminster, Exeter and in Teignbridge district. EX6 8BZ is located in the Kenn Valley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Central Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about South View Terrace, Exminster, Exeter, EX6 8BZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX6 8BX, EX6 8BU, EX6 8BY, EX6 8DH, EX6 8DL, EX6 8DF, EX6 8DG, EX6 8DB, EX6 8DJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EX6 8BZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% 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 | 57.5% | 53.2% | -4.3% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 42.5% | 46.8% | 4.3% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
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 | 26.2% | 22.5% | -3.7% | 37.9% | -15.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.4% | 40.2% | 4.8% | 44.2% | -4.0% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 16.9% | 17.2% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 8.1% |
| Widowed | 19.5% | 17.8% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 11.7% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 29.7% | 33.2% | 3.5% | 48.4% | -15.2% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 37.4% | 4.1% | 33.6% | 3.8% |
| Fair health | 25.6% | 16% | -9.6% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 9.1% | 10.7% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 6.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 EX6 8BZ this area, 30% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39% | 30% | -9.0% | 18.2% | 11.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.7% | 6.5% | -1.2% | 9.6% | -3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.3% | 11.8% | 1.5% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 7.1% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 16.5% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.7% | 25.3% | -2.4% | 33.8% | -8.5% |
| Other | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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 Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 97.7% | 98.4% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 93.6% 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 | 96.8% | 93.6% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 3.7% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 94.1% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0.5% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.6% | 76.7% | 2.9% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 17.7% | 13.5% | 4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.4% | 37.2% | -2.8% |
| Christian | 55.9% | 46.2% | 9.7% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 9.1% | 6.0% | 3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South View Terrace was 255.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 441.6% higher than the Dawlish South West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
South View Terrace has the highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Dawlish South West and the 15th highest crime rate of 431 local areas in Teignbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 167.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 54.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 South View Terrace, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £306,500 | 2021-07-09 | £351,302 |
| 6 South View Terrace, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £241,000 | 2018-12-06 | £310,846 |
| 4 South View Terrace, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2016-11-17 | £335,598 |
| 3 South View Terrace, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £177,500 | 2014-09-22 | £261,746 |
| 3 South View Terrace, Exeter, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £174,000 | 2010-05-11 | £276,831 |
EX6 8BZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 EX6 8BZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 51% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 88 |
| Full-Time Employee | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Nursery School - Exeter Nursery Schools Federation Magnolia Avenue , EX2 6DJ | 3out of 4 | 4,288 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exminster Community Primary Main Road , EX6 8AJ | 3out of 4 | 275 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Topsham School Orchard Way , Topsham EX3 0DN | 3out of 4 | 2,099 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Countess Wear Community School Glasshouse Lane , Countess Wear EX2 7BS | - not rated | 2,277 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Countess Wear Primary School Glasshouse Lane , Countess Wear EX2 7BS | 2out of 4 | 2,277 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Topsham First School Majorfield Road , Topsham EX3 0ES | - not rated | 2,400 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topsham Middle School Parkfield Road , Topsham EX3 0DR | - not rated | 2,439 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradley Rowe Middle School Burnthouse Lane , EX2 6AY | - not rated | 4,119 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exeter Central CofE Middle School St Leonard's Road , EX2 4NQ | - not rated | 5,167 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isca Academy Earl Richards Road South , EX2 6AP | 3out of 4 | 3,823 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Isca College of Media Arts Earl Richards Road South , EX2 6AP | - not rated | 3,823 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Exe School Hatherleigh Road , EX2 9JU | 3out of 4 | 4,999 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Exe School Hatherleigh Road , EX2 9JU | - not rated | 4,999 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Aided School Quarry Lane , Heavitree EX2 5AP | - not rated | 5,011 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matford Brook Academy March Close , Matford EX2 0BZ | - not rated | 2,720 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter Pre-Prep School The Avenue , Exminster EX6 8AT | - not rated | 275 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Grove School 32 Elm Grove Road , Topsham EX3 0EQ | - not rated | 2,607 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Infocus School Countess Wear , EX2 6HA | - not rated | 3,034 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Infocus College Topsham Road , Countess Wear EX2 6HA | - not rated | 3,034 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southbrook School Bishop Westall Road , Topsham Road EX2 6JB | - not rated | 3,488 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teign Bean @ Exminster | Seaton House Main Road Exminster Devon | 147 yd | |
| Coffee on the Corner | Victory Hall Main Road Exminster Devon | 326 yd | |
| Kidzone | Westbank Community Care Centre Exminster Devon | 674 yd | |
| Westbank Day Centre | Farmhouse Rise Exminster Exeter | 675 yd | |
| Exminster Golf Centre | Exminster Hill Exminster Exeter | 853 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Main Road Exminster Exeter | 147 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Exminster Primary School DEEPWAY LANE | grass pitches | 280 yd |
| Minster Park | grass pitches | 705 yd |
| Westbank Healthy Living & Community Care Centre COMMUNITY CARE CENTRE COMMUNITY CARE CENTRE | health and fitness suite | 731 yd |
| Exminster Golf Centre EXMINSTER HILL | golf | 858 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.