Exeter: should you rent, buy, invest or live here?
The most useful local property guide in Devon — DR Rent Area Scores, rental & investment insight, schools, dining, things to do, commuting, developments and live homes across EX1, EX2, EX4.
Exeter DR Rent Area Score™
One score that combines rental demand, investment, family life, commuting, lifestyle and food.
Renting in Exeter
The Exeter rental market in Devon is active and competitive, with average rents around £1,594 pcm and rents up roughly 7.5% over the past year. Strong commuter links and local employment keep demand from tenants consistently ahead of available supply across EX1, EX2, EX4.
Rental competition
How hard tenants compete for each property type in Exeter.
- StudioVery high
- 1 bedHigh
- 2 bedHigh
- 3 bedHigh
- Family homesVery high
Average time to let
19 days
Tenant demand
Very high
Best for
Who tends to rent well in Exeter.
- Professionals
- Families
- Commuters
- Couples
- First-time renters
| Property type | Average rent (pcm) | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Room / HMO | £652 | £7,824 |
| 1-bed flat | £1,242 | £14,904 |
| 2-bed flat | £1,552 | £18,624 |
| 3-bed house | £1,987 | £23,844 |
| 4-bed house | £2,561 | £30,732 |
Featured properties in Exeter
Premium and featured homes listed by landlords on DR Rent across EX1, EX2, EX4.
Buying in Exeter
What buyers and first-time buyers can expect from the local sales market.
Average price
£410,000
Price growth (1yr)
+3.6%
Buyer demand
High
Supply
Medium
First-time buyer suitability
Reasonable for the South East
Buying snapshot
Buyers in Exeter face high competition with prices around £410,000 and growth of about 3.6% over the last year. Reasonable for the South East.
Investing in Exeter
With an average property price near £410,000 and gross yields around 6.3%, Exeter offers landlords a balance of capital growth and rental income. Prices have moved about 3.6% in the last year, and very high tenant demand helps keep void periods short.
Landlord opportunity score
8.8/10What tenants are looking for
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- 1Furnished 1 bed flats
- 2Homes with parking
- 32 bed flats
- 4Pet-friendly rentals
Family living & schools in Exeter
Schools, Ofsted ratings and family facilities that drive long-term family lettings.
| School | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter Primary School | Primary | Good | 1.7 mi |
| St Mary's C of E Primary, Exeter | Primary | Outstanding | 2.5 mi |
| Exeter Junior Academy | Primary | Outstanding | 1.5 mi |
| Exeter Grammar School | Secondary | Outstanding | 1 mi |
| Exeter Community College | Secondary | Outstanding | 1.7 mi |
| The Exeter Academy | Secondary | Good | 0.9 mi |
Family facilities
- Exeter Leisure Centre & swimming pool
- Local parks and playgrounds
- Public library
- Soft play and family cafés
- NHS GP surgeries and pharmacies
- Weekend markets and community events
Eating out in Exeter
Popular restaurants, takeaways and coffee shops with ratings and distance.
The Exeter Brasserie
1.8 mi from Exeter centre
Spice of Exeter
1.3 mi from Exeter centre
Bella Cucina
1.6 mi from Exeter centre
The Garden Kitchen
2.1 mi from Exeter centre
Exeter Tandoori
2.1 mi from Exeter centre
Coffee & Co, Exeter
0.4 mi from Exeter centre
Socialising in Exeter
Pubs, bars, nightlife, entertainment and shopping.
The Crown, Exeter
1.9 mi from Exeter centre
The Railway Tavern
1.1 mi from Exeter centre
Vault Bar
0.7 mi from Exeter centre
Exeter Live Lounge
1.6 mi from Exeter centre
The Riverside Inn
1.7 mi from Exeter centre
Exeter Shopping Centre
1 mi from Exeter centre
Things to do in Exeter
Gyms, sports clubs, cinemas, golf, walking routes and family attractions.
Exeter Sports & Fitness
0.4 mi from Exeter centre
Exeter Cricket Club
1.5 mi from Exeter centre
Parkland Golf Club
1 mi from Exeter centre
Exeter Cinema
2.3 mi from Exeter centre
Riverside Walking Route
0.6 mi from Exeter centre
Exeter Adventure Park
2.1 mi from Exeter centre
Commuting from Exeter
London, Heathrow, Reading and motorway connections with typical travel times.
| Destination | Mode | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| London (central) | Train | 29 min |
| London Paddington | Elizabeth Line / GWR | 28 min |
| Reading | Train | 29 min |
| Heathrow Airport | Car / bus | 20 min |
| M4 motorway | Car | 8 min |
| M25 motorway | Car | 20 min |
Local developments in Exeter
What's coming soon and how it could affect the local market.
Exeter town centre regeneration
Under construction
New residential scheme near EX1
Approved
Exeter retail & leisure quarter
Planning
New primary school provision
Proposed
Transport & station improvements
Funded
Local services in Exeter
Verified contractors covering EX1, EX2, EX4 — connected to the DR Rent marketplace.
EPC Assessors in Exeter
Accredited domestic energy assessors producing valid EPCs for rental properties.
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Gas Safe registered engineers issuing annual landlord gas safety records.
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Registered electricians carrying out EICR inspections and remedial works.
View electriciansPlumbers in Exeter
Reliable plumbers for repairs, leaks, heating and bathroom works.
View plumbersInventory Clerks in Exeter
Independent inventory clerks producing detailed check-in and check-out reports.
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Professional property photographers and floorplans to let faster.
View property photographersRenting & compliance in Exeter
The certificates and rules every local landlord must stay on top of.
EPC (Energy Performance Certificate)
Rentals in Exeter must hold a valid EPC rated E or above before marketing.
Annual gas safety (CP12)
Every gas appliance must be checked yearly by a Gas Safe registered engineer.
EICR (electrical safety)
A satisfactory electrical report is required at least every five years.
Deposit protection
Deposits must be protected in a government scheme within 30 days.
Right to Rent
Tenant immigration status must be checked before a tenancy begins.
Renters' Rights Act
New rules are reshaping how landlords let property across Devon.
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