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About

Mortehoe is a coastal ward in North Devon, known for its rugged cliffs and scenic views of the Atlantic Ocean. The area includes the village of Mortehoe and parts of Woolacombe, a popular seaside destination. The landscape is dominated by open farmland, heathland, and the dramatic coastline of the South West Coast Path.

The ward has a mix of residential properties, holiday accommodations, and local businesses catering to tourists and residents. Woolacombe Beach, within the ward, attracts visitors for its sandy shores and surfing conditions. Mortehoe retains a quieter, traditional feel compared to the busier Woolacombe area. The ward is part of the North Devon Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, highlighting its natural significance.

Area overview

On average Mortehoe has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 62 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Mortehoe is £47,600 per year. There are 2 schools in Mortehoe: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

6/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Mortehoe Population

2,037

Population density

63.8 per km²

Demographics

British

1,910

93.81%

Other White

3.68%

Irish

0.83%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.59%

African

0.29%

Total population: 2,036

Housing

Owns outright

437

49.38%

Owns with a mortgage

240

27.12%

Private landlord or letting agency

114

12.88%

Other forms of private rent

6.78%

Other social rented

2.71%

Total households: 885

Property prices in Mortehoe

Based on 37 recent sales, the median property price is £375,000 in Mortehoe area, with individual transactions ranging from £117,500 up to £1,245,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Mortehoe over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	15	£555,000	£408,755	£472,500	£777,500	£1,038,500
Flats	11	£312,500	£145,000	£197,500	£352,500	£430,000
Semi-Detached	6	£301,750	£190,000	£267,750	£340,625	£441,199
Terraced	5	£287,500	£118,600	£123,000	£345,000	£346,400

10 years median price trend in Mortehoe

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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