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Hatherleigh, Exbourne & North Tawton

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About

The Hatherleigh, Exbourne & North Tawton area lies in the heart of West Devon, characterised by rolling farmland and quiet rural lanes. The River Taw flows through North Tawton, providing a focal point for the landscape. The area is dotted with traditional Devon villages, many with historic churches and stone-built houses. Agriculture remains a key part of the local economy, with dairy and livestock farming prominent.

Hatherleigh is known for its weekly livestock market, one of the oldest in the region. Exbourne and North Tawton offer a mix of local shops, pubs and community facilities. The area provides access to Dartmoor National Park to the south, while the Tarka Trail runs nearby for walking and cycling. The landscape is a patchwork of fields, hedgerows and small woodlands, typical of Devon's countryside.

Area overview

On average Hatherleigh, Exbourne & North Tawton has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 46 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hatherleigh, Exbourne & North Tawton is £43,400 per year. There are 7 schools in Hatherleigh, Exbourne & North Tawton: 6 primary (0 Outstanding and 6 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
46
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
6.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Hatherleigh, Exbourne & North Tawton Population
9,956
Population density
38.1 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
9,485
95.3%
Other White
235
2.36%
White and Asian (mixed)
40
0.4%
Irish
36
0.36%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
35
0.35%
Total population: 9,953

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,820
44.87%
Owns with a mortgage
1,042
25.69%
Private landlord or letting agency
648
15.98%
Other social rented
298
7.35%
Other forms of private rent
137
3.38%
Total households: 4,056

Property prices in Hatherleigh, Exbourne & North Tawton

Based on 170 recent sales, the median property price is £308,750 in Hatherleigh, Exbourne & North Tawton area, with individual transactions ranging from £110,000 up to £1,260,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Hatherleigh, Exbourne & North Tawton 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 Hatherleigh, Exbourne & North Tawton over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached97£389,505
Flats3£145,000
Semi-Detached36£263,128
Terraced34£203,125

10 years median price trend in Hatherleigh, Exbourne & North Tawton

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Hatherleigh, Exbourne & North Tawton.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.