What home types are most common in Newtown and St Leonard's?

Housing mix: terraced 37.8%, purpose-built flat 28.7%.

What are house prices in Newtown and St Leonard's?

Based on 108 recent sales, the median price is £290,000.

How much social housing is near Newtown and St Leonard's?

About 18.2% across the Newtown and St Leonard's area.

What's the average income in Newtown and St Leonard's?

Average resident income is about £46,015 per year.

How safe is Newtown and St Leonard's?

Crime level in Newtown and St Leonard's is moderate with about 127 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What are prices by property type in Newtown and St Leonard's?

Latest medians: Detached £657,500, Semi-detached £375,000, Terraced £350,000, Flats £192,000.

How many households are in Newtown and St Leonard's?

There are 4,559 households in Newtown and St Leonard's

What's the Newtown and St Leonard's population and density?

Newtown and St Leonard's population is 10,852 with density 6231.4 per km².

How deprived is Newtown and St Leonard's?

Deprivation score 6/10 (rank 15886 of 32844 in country).

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Q: What schools in Newtown and St Leonard's and how are they rated?

There are 6 schools in Newtown and St Leonard's: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

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About

Newtown and St Leonard’s is a residential ward in Exeter, located just northeast of the city centre. The area is known for its mix of housing, including Victorian terraces, modern apartments, and student accommodations. It is home to a significant student population due to its proximity to the University of Exeter’s Streatham Campus. The ward also features local shops, cafes, and pubs catering to both residents and students.

The area includes St Leonard’s Road, a key thoroughfare with independent businesses and eateries. Green spaces like St Leonard’s Churchyard and Pennsylvania Fields provide recreational spots. The ward has good transport links, with regular bus services to the city centre and beyond. Its central location makes it a convenient base for accessing Exeter’s amenities while retaining a quieter, community-focused atmosphere.

Area overview

On average Newtown and St Leonard's has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 127 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Newtown and St Leonard's is £46,015 per year. There are 6 schools in Newtown and St Leonard's: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

127

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

5/10

Social housing

18.2%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Newtown and St Leonard's Population

10,852

Population density

6,231.4 per km²

Demographics

British

7,974

73.49%

Other White

1,022

9.42%

Chinese

403

3.71%

Other Asian

234

2.16%

Indian

186

1.71%

Total population: 10,850

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

1,637

35.91%

Owns outright

1,112

24.39%

Owns with a mortgage

892

19.57%

Other social rented

509

11.16%

Social rents from council

281

6.16%

Total households: 4,559

Property prices in Newtown and St Leonard's

Based on 108 recent sales, the median property price is £290,000 in Newtown and St Leonard's area, with individual transactions ranging from £123,750 up to £1,075,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	8	£657,500	£426,750	£512,500	£812,026	£998,000
Flats	39	£192,000	£124,900	£157,500	£258,813	£392,650
Semi-Detached	4	£375,000	£251,500	£257,500	£496,250	£511,250
Terraced	57	£350,000	£259,600	£280,000	£477,500	£720,000

10 years price trend in Newtown and St Leonard's

All postcodes in Newtown and St Leonard's

EX12EG

Portland Street

EX12FX

Cheeke Street

EX24JJ

Lansdowne Terrace

EX27HS

Belgrave Road

EX46LF

Blackboy Road

EX11TB

Spicer Road

EX11XP

Belgrave Road

EX12BQ

Parr Street

EX12FN

Western Way

EX12LX

Central Exeter

EX12NR

Lower Summerlands

EX19WQ

Belgrave Road

EX24EY

Radnor Place

EX25WW

Belgrave Road

EX46SN

Blackboy Road

EX11SH

Denmark Road

EX12AT

Summerland Street

EX12EP

Clifton Street

EX12NJ

Grendon Road

EX12NP

Belgrave Road

EX19DG

Belgrave Road

EX24NE

Barnardo Road

EX24PE

Matford Road

EX24PP

Matford Avenue

EX24RA

Buckerell Avenue

EX25AB

Barrack Road

EX25SH

Belgrave Road

EX46LQ

Old Tiverton Road

EX46SY

Alexandra Terrace

EX12EE

Gladstone Road

EX12LA

Central Exeter

EX12LT

College Road

EX19FP

Central Exeter

EX24EZ

Topsham Road

EX24PW

Matford Avenue

EX24RZ

Gras Lawn

EX24TA

College Road

EX24TB

Curie Mews

EX46RF

Sidwell Street

EX46SL

Central Exeter

EX11TH

College Road

EX12FP

Verney Street

EX12HJ

Grosvenor Place

EX12NF

Dreys Court

EX24LH

Wonford Road

EX24LR

St Leonard's Road

EX24NA

Cedars Road

EX24UF

St Leonard's

EX46BS

Toronto Road

EX46SX

Blackboy Road

EX11TL

Baring Crescent

EX12FF

Russell Street

EX12FS

Lower Albert Street

EX12JX

Bampfylde Street

EX24ET

Franklin Street

EX24LU

East Grove Road

EX24LZ

St Leonard's Place

EX24PB

Romsey Drive

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail