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Bishop's Nympton

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About

Bishop's Nympton is a rural ward in North Devon, covering the village of Bishop's Nympton and surrounding hamlets. The area is characterised by rolling farmland, wooded valleys, and the River Mole, which flows through the parish. The ward includes parts of Exmoor National Park, offering scenic landscapes and walking trails. Agriculture remains a key part of the local economy, with mixed farming and livestock common in the area.

The village itself has a small but active community, with a historic church, primary school, and a village hall hosting local events. The ward is sparsely populated, with a mix of traditional stone cottages and newer housing developments. Public transport links are limited, reflecting its rural nature. Nearby towns like South Molton provide essential services and employment opportunities for residents. The ward's quiet, countryside setting appeals to those seeking a slower pace of life.

Area overview

On average Bishop's Nympton has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 38 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bishop's Nympton is £40,900 per year. There are 2 schools in Bishop's Nympton: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
38
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
4.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Bishop's Nympton Population
2,182
Population density
17.8 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,100
96.33%
Other White
26
1.19%
White and Asian (mixed)
13
0.6%
Other Asian
9
0.41%
Indian
7
0.32%
Total population: 2,180

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
450
48.86%
Owns with a mortgage
247
26.82%
Private landlord or letting agency
102
11.07%
Other social rented
56
6.08%
Other forms of private rent
48
5.21%
Total households: 921

Property prices in Bishop's Nympton

Based on 19 recent sales, the median property price is £375,000 in Bishop's Nympton area, with individual transactions ranging from £140,000 up to £988,500.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Bishop's Nympton in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Bishop's Nympton over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached10£605,000
Semi-Detached5£325,000
Terraced4£272,500

10 years median price trend in Bishop's Nympton

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Bishop's Nympton.

All postcodes in Bishop's Nympton

EX364BU

Gropy Lane

EX364EB

Holy Moor Lane

EX364EG

Bishop's Nympton, Witheridge & Chulmleigh

EX364JE

Broomhouse Lane

EX364RR

Owlaborough Lane

EX168EJ

Grendon Lane

EX364LD

Alswear Old Road

EX364LY

Alswear New Road

EX169JN

Broomball Lane

EX364NS

Yeo Hill

EX364LE

Alswear Old Road

EX364LH

Church Gate

EX364PD

Bishop's Nympton, Witheridge & Chulmleigh

EX364QG

Port Lane

EX364QX

Poadmarsh Hill

EX364RS

Cross Side Hill

EX363QS

Mornacott Road

EX364NZ

Slough Lane

EX364PF

Meadow View

EX364PJ

Bishop's Nympton, Witheridge & Chulmleigh

EX364QL

Bishop's Nympton, Witheridge & Chulmleigh

TA229QH

Ridge Road

EX364ED

Bishop's Nympton, Witheridge & Chulmleigh

EX364LJ

Tidlake Lane

EX364NT

Spire Lake Close

EX169JF

Bishop's Nympton, Witheridge & Chulmleigh

EX363PP

Bishop's Nympton, Witheridge & Chulmleigh

EX363PD

Bishop's Nympton, Witheridge & Chulmleigh

EX363QD

East Street

EX364FY

Silcombe Hill

EX169JJ

Oldway Road

EX363QU

Aller Hill

EX364FS

West Street

EX364LN

Church Gate

EX364QF

Bishop's Nympton, Witheridge & Chulmleigh

EX364QN

Bishop's Nympton, Witheridge & Chulmleigh

EX364QW

Mazard Tree Hill

EX364RQ

Overcott Lane

EX363QN

Iron Shovel Lane

EX364JH

Cheyney Lane

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.