Exeter Close is in Plymouth and in City Of Plymouth district. PL5 2DD is located in the Honicknowle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Plymouth, Moor View. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Exeter Close, Plymouth, PL5 2DD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL5 2DE, PL5 2DF, PL5 2SG, PL5 2SH, PL5 2DB, PL5 2RZ, PL5 2SQ, PL5 2TE, PL5 2TF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL5 2DD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 51.7% | 2.2% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 50.5% | 48.3% | -2.2% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 31.6% | 37.8% | 6.2% | 37.9% | -0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.7% | 31.3% | -7.4% | 44.2% | -12.9% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 6% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 3.8% |
| Divorced | 14.5% | 18.1% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 9.0% |
| Widowed | 11.7% | 6.8% | -4.9% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 (62.8%) 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 | 31.7% | 29.5% | -2.2% | 48.4% | -18.9% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 33.3% | -0.5% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 19.5% | 22.2% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 9.5% |
| Bad health | 9.6% | 10.8% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 6.8% |
| Very bad health | 5.5% | 4.2% | -1.3% | 1.2% | 3.0% |
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 PL5 2DD this area, 31.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 15.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.1% | 31.5% | -7.6% | 18.2% | 13.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 16.1% | 2.0% | 9.6% | 6.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 14.9% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 5.2% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 13.3% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.2% | 15.3% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -18.5% |
| Other | 5.1% | 3.6% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99% | 96.5% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
In this area, 99% 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 | 93.9% | 99% | 5.1% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 99% | 5.1% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.9% | 76.7% | -10.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 33.4% | 13.5% | 19.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.2% | 37.2% | 9.0% |
| Christian | 46.2% | 46.2% | 0.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Exeter Close was 178.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.8% higher than the Budshead average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Exeter Close has the 17th highest crime rate of 145 local areas in Budshead and the 131st highest crime rate of 837 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 107.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Exeter Close, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2023-01-27 | £193,695 |
| 12 Exeter Close, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2020-07-31 | £191,444 |
| 14 Exeter Close, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2016-05-06 | £174,986 |
| 12 Exeter Close, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2006-06-13 | £225,088 |
| 14 Exeter Close, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £79,950 | 2002-08-22 | £233,820 |
PL5 2DD 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Other | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ham Drive Nursery School and Day Care Ham Drive , Ham PL2 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 3,045 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ernesettle Junior School Biggin Hill , Ernesettle PL5 2RB | - not rated | 867 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ernesettle Infants' School Biggin Hill , Ernesettle PL5 2RB | - not rated | 867 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ernesettle Community School Biggin Hill , Ernesettle PL5 2RB | 4out of 4 | 926 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ernesettle Community School Biggin Hill , Ernesettle PL5 2RB | - not rated | 926 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Budeaux CofE Primary Academy Priestley Avenue , Higher Saint Budeaux PL5 2DW | 3out of 4 | 1,192 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marine Academy Plymouth Trevithick Road , PL5 2AF | - not rated | 1,539 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Marine Academy Plymouth Trevithick Road , PL5 2AF | 3out of 4 | 1,566 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tamarside Community College Trevithick Road , PL5 2AF | - not rated | 1,595 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Honicknowle Secondary School Honicknowle Green , PL5 3PY | - not rated | 2,082 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barne Barton School Roberts Road , Barne Barton PL5 1DL | - not rated | 2,415 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Ford School Rochford Crescent , Ernesettle PL5 2PY | 4out of 4 | 1,041 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Tamar School Row Lane , Higher St Budeaux PL5 2EF | 1out of 4 | 1,313 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Tamar School Row Lane , Higher St Budeaux PL5 2EF | - not rated | 1,318 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brook Green Centre for Learning Bodmin Road , Whitleigh PL5 4DZ | - not rated | 2,159 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oneschool Global Uk Plymouth Campus Foulston Avenue , PL5 1HL | - not rated | 2,268 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hatch at KPM | Kawasaki Precision Machinery U, Ernesettle Lane | 336 yd | |
| Sea Salt Cafe | St Aidens Church, 42 West Malling Avenue | 609 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bull & Bush | Uxbridge Drive | 611 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food Nation | 5 Hornchurch Road | 391 yd | |
| Dragon Park Take Away | Uxbridge Drive | 611 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 34-38 Hornchurch Road | 451 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Parkway ERNESETTLE LANE | grass pitches | 492 yd |
| Ernesettle Green (Closed) Ernesettle Green | grass pitches | 619 yd |
| Lakeside Bottoms Lakeside Drive | grass pitches | 916 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 | 92.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 92.9% |
| 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 | 7.1% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 7.1% |
| Median download speed | 9.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 44.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.