Central Exeter is the historic and commercial heart of the city, featuring a mix of medieval architecture and modern amenities. The area is dominated by landmarks like Exeter Cathedral, a stunning example of Gothic design, and the Roman-era city walls. Narrow cobbled streets, such as Gandy Street and the High Street, are lined with independent shops, cafes, and chain retailers, creating a bustling shopping district.
The area also includes the Quayside, where the River Exe meets the Exeter Canal, offering waterfront dining and leisure opportunities. Green spaces like Northernhay Gardens provide a quiet retreat amid the urban environment. Central Exeter is well-connected, with the main bus station and Exeter Central railway station making it easily accessible for visitors and commuters.
On average Central Exeter has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 381 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 21.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Central Exeter is £38,400 per year. There are 7 schools in Central Exeter: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 105 recent sales, the median property price is £192,250 in Central Exeter area, with individual transactions ranging from £57,000 up to £875,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 3 | £560,000 |
| Flats | 65 | £160,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 2 | £250,500 |
| Terraced | 35 | £270,000 |
10 years price trend in Central Exeter
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Colleton Crescent
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Magdalen Street
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Lower Rackclose Lane
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Central Exeter
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Central Exeter
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Isambard Parade
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Central Exeter
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Silver Lane
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Central Exeter
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Central Exeter
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Central Exeter
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Grendon Road
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Belgrave Road
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Belgrave Road
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Bartholomew Street East
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Windsor Close
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Rackclose Lane
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Queen Street
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Looe Road
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Mount Dinham Court
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Old's View
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Rack Street
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Southernhay Gardens
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Rack Street
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George Street
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Preston Street
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Rack Street
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High Street
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Dix's Field
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Western Way
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Belgrave Road
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Commercial Road
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Commercial Road
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Western Way
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Lucky Lane
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Bartholomew Street East
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Central Exeter
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Telford Road
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Brunel Close
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Central Exeter
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Central Exeter
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Central Exeter
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Bampfylde Street
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Western Way
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Frog Street
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Southernhay West
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Spicer Road
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Southernhay West
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Gladstone Road
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Western Way
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Central Exeter
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Central Exeter
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Central Exeter
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Central Exeter
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Belgrave Road
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St David's Hill
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Exe Street
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Belgrave Road
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Rack Street
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Market Street
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Belgrave Road
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South Street
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Dix's Field
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Verney Street
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Clifton Road
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Portland Street
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Cheeke Street
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Central Exeter
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Commercial Road
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Belgrave Road
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New Bridge Street
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Bonhay Road
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Cathedral Yard
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Northernhay Street
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Exe Street
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High Street
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High Street
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Central Exeter
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Central Exeter
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Queen Street
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Central Exeter
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Central Exeter
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Market Street
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Barnfield Road
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Dix's Field
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Belgrave Road
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Parr Street
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Western Way
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Central Exeter
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Lower Summerlands
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Central Exeter
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Central Exeter
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Central Exeter
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Belgrave Road
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Belgrave Road
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Bonhay Road
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Bartholomew Street West
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Fiernhay Street
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Taddiford Road
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.