exeter EX17 Postcodes

Exeter (EX17)

The EX17 postcode area is located in the Exeter postcode town region, within the county of Devon, and contains a total of 1110 individual postcodes.

There are 109 electoral wards in the EX17 postcode area, including Axminster, Barnstaple, Beaworthy, Bideford, Braunton, Bude, Budleigh Salterton, Chulmleigh, Colyton, Crediton, Cullompton, Dawlish, Exeter, Exmouth, Holsworthy, Honiton, Ilfracombe, Lynmouth, Lynton, North Tawton, Okehampton, Ottery St Mary, Seaton, Sidmouth, South Molton, Tiverton, Torrington, Umberleigh, Winkleigh, Woolacombe which come under the local authority of the Mid Devon Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 24% of people in EX17 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of EX17 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The EX17 postcode is allocated to the Exeter district in the county of Devon and covers an area of 63.83 square miles across the civil parish of Broadclyst, Thorverton, and St Thomas. The EX17 postcode falls entirely within the Exeter city council and consists of several towns, villages and one city. The centrally located city of Exeter is the main population centre of the district. It is home to Exeter Cathedral, University of Exeter and Exeter Racecourse, as well as many other attractions.

The EX17 postcode offers access to many outdoor activities including walking, cycling, fishing, golfing and sailing. The area includes Dartmoor National Park and Exmoor National Park, both of which are popular sites for outdoor pursuits. Parts of the Exe Estuary is located within the EX17 area and is a protected nature reserve. There is also numerous archaeological sites of prehistoric and Roman remains in the district.

The EX17 postcode has excellent transport links with trains and buses connecting to Exeter and further afield. The area is served by two main trunk roads; the A30 and A38 which links Exeter with Plymouth and Bristol.

In terms of retail, the area is home to a wide range of shops, pubs, restaurants and supermarkets. There are also many leisure and sports centres within the EX17 postcode. These include a cinema, theatre and ski centre.

Educationally, the EX17 postcode is served by numerous schools including a sixth form college, secondary schools and primary schools. The University of Exeter is also located in the district.

The EX17 postcode provides an excellent quality of life; the area is set within a stunning natural environment and is well connected to the city centre of Exeter as well as many other towns and villages. The district is home to a diverse range of businesses and offers ample opportunity for leisure activities, shopping, education and culture.

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