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Fremington

England / South West / North Devon / Fremington

About

Fremington ward is located in North Devon, covering the village of Fremington and surrounding rural areas. The ward sits along the River Taw estuary, offering views of the water and nearby marshland. It is primarily residential, with a mix of older cottages and newer housing developments. The area has a small shopping precinct, a primary school, and local amenities like a post office and pubs.

The ward includes parts of the Tarka Trail, a popular walking and cycling route that follows the old railway line. Agriculture plays a role in the surrounding countryside, with farmland stretching beyond the village. Fremington Quay, a historic port site, is now a heritage area with a café and visitor centre. Public transport links connect the ward to Barnstaple, the nearest town, making it a commuter base for the wider North Devon region.

Area overview

On average Fremington has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 29 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Fremington is £43,500 per year. There are 1 schools in Fremington: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
29
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
6.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Fremington Population
5,231
Population density
504.1 per km²

Demographics

British
5,045
96.43%
Other White
48
0.92%
Irish
21
0.4%
Gypsy or Irish Traveller
20
0.38%
Other Asian
18
0.34%
Total population: 5,232

Housing

Owns outright
1,259
55.15%
Owns with a mortgage
597
26.15%
Private landlord or letting agency
147
6.44%
Other social rented
144
6.31%
Shared ownership
51
2.23%
Total households: 2,283

Property prices in Fremington

Based on 73 recent sales, the median property price is £330,000 in Fremington area, with individual transactions ranging from £200,000 up to £624,950.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached45£372,500
Semi-Detached18£282,000
Terraced10£250,000

10 years price trend in Fremington

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Data Sources

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