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Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

England / South West / West Devon / Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

About

Chagford is a small market town on the northeastern edge of Dartmoor, known for its historic granite buildings and traditional charm. The town has a mix of independent shops, cafes, and pubs, serving both locals and visitors exploring the moor. Nearby, the River Teign flows through wooded valleys, offering scenic walks and opportunities for wild swimming.

Princetown sits at the heart of Dartmoor, surrounded by open moorland and rugged tors. The town is home to Dartmoor Prison, a notable landmark with a long history. The high moorland around Princetown is popular for hiking, with trails leading to iconic spots like High Willhays and Yes Tor, the highest points in southern England.

Dartmoor itself is a vast upland area characterised by granite outcrops, peat bogs, and sweeping landscapes. The moor is rich in prehistoric sites, including stone circles and hut circles, reflecting its long human history. Sheep and wild ponies roam freely, adding to the area’s distinctive character. The region attracts outdoor enthusiasts year-round, offering walking, cycling, and horseback riding across its varied terrain.

Area overview

On average Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 35 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor is £46,300 per year. There are 5 schools in Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
35
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
8.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor Population
7,087
Population density
19.5 per km²

Demographics

British
6,632
93.58%
Other White
211
2.98%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
48
0.68%
Irish
35
0.49%
White and Asian (mixed)
34
0.48%
Total population: 7,087

Housing

Owns outright
1,400
48.06%
Owns with a mortgage
686
23.55%
Private landlord or letting agency
444
15.24%
Other social rented
217
7.45%
Other forms of private rent
88
3.02%
Total households: 2,913

Property prices in Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

Based on 69 recent sales, the median property price is £422,500 in Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor area, with individual transactions ranging from £122,500 up to £1,500,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached33£557,000
Flats3£318,000
Semi-Detached17£327,000
Terraced16£270,000

10 years price trend in Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

All postcodes in Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

TQ138UT

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX202LW

Church Ways

EX202LY

Wickington Lane

EX204AZ

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX66PU

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

PL206QP

Two Bridges Road

PL206QZ

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

PL206RB

Barrack Road

PL206SA

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

TQ138BN

High Street

TQ138FL

Prouse Avenue

TQ138HP

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

TQ138JR

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

TQ138JY

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

TQ138RN

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX175AF

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX202LD

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX202JH

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX202LJ

Church Ways

EX202LL

Vicarage Lane

EX202QU

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX204AG

Silver Street

EX66NW

Hask Lane

EX66PG

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

PL206QR

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

PL206SR

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

TQ138BH

Manor Drive

TQ138DP

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

TQ138EG

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

TQ138ES

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

TQ138FS

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

TQ138HW

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX175BH

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX204AS

Hawthorn Park

EX175AR

Bowbeer Lane

EX202JS

Shelly Road

EX202NT

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX66NY

Budbrook Lane

EX66QA

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

PL206SP

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

PL206FD

Beech Crescent

EX202QE

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX175AX

Dragdown Hill

EX175EF

Croft Lane

EX202LP

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX202NE

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX202NR

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX204AQ

Silver Street

EX204AL

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX66QP

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX66RB

Netherton Hill

PL206RR

Barrack Road

PL206SF

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

PL206SG

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

TQ138FJ

Amery Way

TQ138BT

The Square

TQ138DT

Manor Road

TQ138FX

Biera View

TQ138HR

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX202LA

Shelly Road

EX202PD

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX202PT

Shelly Road

EX202QQ

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX202RG

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX204AW

School Road

EX66NA

Stanbury's Orchard

EX66PR

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

PL206QQ

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

TQ138AH

High Street

TQ138AQ

The Square

TQ138AW

Mill Street

TQ138HL

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX175AL

Berrys Meadow

EX202HU

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX202JW

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX202PH

Shelly Road

EX202QW

Exeter Road

EX66PD

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

PL206QH

Plymouth Hill

PL206RE

Tavistock Road

TQ138BY

Bretteville Close

TQ138HY

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX202FH

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX202LH

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX202PA

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX202PF

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX204AH

Silver Street

EX66QT

Knowle Lane

PL206QT

Plymouth Hill

PL206RT

Bellever Close

PL206TA

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

TQ138AA

The Square

TQ138EA

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX175AQ

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX175EB

Croft Lane

EX175EE

Fursdon Lane

EX202RQ

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX204BE

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX204BH

Chagford, Princetown & Dartmoor

EX66NB

Budbrook Lane
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.