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England / South West / Teignbridge / Ambrook

About

Ambrook ward is located in the Teignbridge district of Devon, covering parts of the town of Newton Abbot. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including detached homes, terraced properties, and some social housing. It is situated close to the town centre, providing easy access to local shops, schools, and transport links. The ward also includes green spaces such as Decoy Country Park, which offers walking trails and recreational facilities.

The ward has a mix of demographics, with families, young professionals, and older residents. Public services include schools like Decoy Primary School and nearby healthcare facilities. Ambrook is well-connected by road, with the A380 and A383 providing routes to Exeter and Torbay. The area has seen some development in recent years, balancing housing needs with maintaining local amenities. Community events and activities often take place in the parks and public spaces, fostering a sense of neighbourhood.

Area overview

On average Ambrook has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 41 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Ambrook is £49,650 per year. There are 4 schools in Ambrook: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
41
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
4.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Ambrook Population
6,396
Population density
184.9 per km²

Demographics

British
6,106
95.47%
Other White
105
1.64%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
28
0.44%
White and Asian (mixed)
25
0.39%
Irish
23
0.36%
Total population: 6,396

Housing

Owns outright
1,149
46.84%
Owns with a mortgage
796
32.45%
Private landlord or letting agency
293
11.94%
Other social rented
90
3.67%
Other forms of private rent
65
2.65%
Total households: 2,453

Property prices in Ambrook

Based on 65 recent sales, the median property price is £327,500 in Ambrook area, with individual transactions ranging from £125,829 up to £1,310,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached26£492,500
Flats6£312,500
Semi-Detached18£294,850
Terraced15£280,000

10 years price trend in Ambrook

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Data Sources

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