South West · England
Living in Exeter
A cathedral city between Dartmoor and the sea, compact, historic and thriving.
Population around 130,000
What Exeter is like
Exeter is prosperous and green, a popular base for exploring Devon’s moors and beaches. It draws families, professionals and retirees, and demand keeps prices firm.
Education
The University of Exeter is a leading research university and a major part of city life.
Getting around
Direct trains to London in around 2 hours 15, a small airport, and Dartmoor and the coast within reach.
Jobs & economy
A regional hub for finance, professional services, the Met Office and a growing tech sector.
The property market
The average home in Exeter sold for £287,013 (April 2026, UK House Price Index). That is an area average across all property types, a useful benchmark rather than a valuation of any single home.
In a nutshell
- Between Dartmoor and the sea
- Historic cathedral city
- Strong professional jobs
- Popular, well-connected base for Devon