The Bere Alston, Buckland Monachorum, and Yelverton area lies in West Devon, surrounded by the Tamar Valley and Dartmoor National Park. The landscape is characterised by rolling hills, wooded valleys, and rivers such as the Tavy and Walkham. Yelverton serves as a local hub with shops and amenities, while Bere Alston and Buckland Monachorum are smaller villages with historic churches and traditional stone cottages. The area is known for its mining heritage, with remnants of old quarries and railways.
Outdoor activities are popular here, with walking and cycling routes along the Drake’s Trail and access to Dartmoor’s tors. The nearby Burrator Reservoir offers fishing and scenic walks. The villages retain a rural feel, with farmland and woodland dominating the surroundings. Transport links include the Tamar Valley Line railway, connecting the area to Plymouth and Gunnislake. The mix of history, nature, and quiet village life makes this part of West Devon distinctive.
On average Bere Alston, Buckland Monachorum & Yelverton has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 34 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bere Alston, Buckland Monachorum & Yelverton is £45,100 per year. There are 3 schools in Bere Alston, Buckland Monachorum & Yelverton: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
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