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Crediton

England / South West / Mid Devon / Crediton

About

Crediton is a market town in Mid Devon, located about 8 miles northwest of Exeter. The town sits on the River Creedy and is surrounded by rolling countryside, offering a mix of rural and small-town living. Crediton has a historic centre with traditional buildings, including the 15th-century Church of the Holy Cross. The area is known for its agricultural roots, with local farms and markets playing a key role in the community.

The town provides essential amenities such as shops, schools, and healthcare facilities, catering to both residents and nearby villages. Crediton has good transport links, including a railway station on the Tarka Line to Exeter and Barnstaple. The surrounding area features walking trails and green spaces, making it popular with those who enjoy outdoor activities. While quieter than larger towns, Crediton maintains a strong sense of community with regular events and festivals.

Area overview

On average Crediton has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 74 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Crediton is £43,200 per year. There are 3 schools in Crediton: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
74
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
13%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Crediton

Based on 94 recent sales, the median property price is £250,000 in Crediton area, with individual transactions ranging from £78,000 up to £980,000.

By property type (last year):
TypeSalesMedian
Detached16£390,000
Flats6£140,000
Semi-Detached24£272,500
Terraced48£228,500

10 years price trend in Crediton

All postcodes in Crediton

EX172EE

Market Street

EX171DU

Belle Parade

EX171HT

Blagdon

EX172AU

Belle Avenue

EX172BY

Deep Lane

EX172EJ

Avranches Avenue

EX173AG

High Street

EX173AP

High Street

EX173BA

East Street

EX173BG

Charlotte Street

EX173JZ

High Street

EX173NY

St Saviour's Way

EX179BZ

Crediton

EX172ES

Higher Road

EX173AY

East Street

EX173BW

Exeter Road

EX173EL

Bowden Hill

EX173PQ

Barn Park

EX173QW

Crediton

EX171DL

Pounds Hill

EX171ED

Penton Lane

EX172AJ

Market Street

EX173AH

High Street

EX173AT

East Street

EX173BJ

Exeter Road

EX173BU

Crediton

EX173EQ

Park Street

EX171EG

Beech Park

EX172AN

Clifford Gardens

EX172HA

Searle Street

EX173HB

Butt Parks

EX171DW

Lake View

EX171HH

Downeshead Lane

EX172AA

Belle Parade

EX173AQ

High Street

EX173DE

Huniver's Lane

EX173DF

Crediton

EX173DX

High Street

EX171DR

Belle Parade

EX171GA

Mill Street

EX172AD

Popes Close

EX173ES

Dokkum Road

EX173FA

Crediton

EX173FP

Downes Close

EX173NE

St Boniface Road

EX173QN

Crediton

EX173RD

Western Road

EX171BZ

Hedgerow Close

EX171DY

Longmeadows

EX171EH

Blagdon

EX171HR

Penton Rise

EX171HY

Hawkins Way

EX172AH

East Street

EX172DU

Alexandra Close

EX173DN

Barnfield Close

EX173EG

Park Street

EX173HF

Butt Parks

EX173RS

Enfield Close

EX173AF

High Street

EX173AZ

East Street

EX173BQ

Courtis Gardens

EX173BZ

Crediton

EX173EA

Park Street

EX173EF

Park Street

EX173HY

Barnfield Close

EX173NR

Threshers

EX173PJ

Exeter Road

EX171HG

Tolleys

EX172DX

Alexandra Road

EX172DZ

Alexandra Road

EX172EL

Monks Close

EX173DJ

Dokkum Road

EX173EN

Dean Street

EX173EY

Park Road

EX173JS

High Street

EX171BY

Bramble Lane

EX171DD

Willow Walk

EX171HX

Hawkins Way

EX172DE

Peoples Park Road

EX173EE

Park Street

EX173FQ

Mill Street

EX173LJ

High Street

EX173NA

Western Road

EX173NT

Tuckers Meadow

EX179BY

Crediton

EX172AY

Kiddicott

EX173BN

Exeter Road

EX171DN

Downeshead Lane

EX171DF

Exhibition Road

EX171EZ

Downeshead Lane

EX172DS

George Hill

EX173LT

Western Road

EX173NJ

Westwood Close

EX173LZ

Western Road

EX172BD

St Lawrence's Green

EX172BG

Kiddicott

EX172DY

Alexandra Close

EX172ED

Chapel Downs Drive

EX173EX

Winswood

EX173NB

Threshers

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.