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About

Newport ward is located in the coastal town of Ilfracombe, North Devon. It covers the northern part of the town, including the harbour area and residential streets. The ward is known for its mix of historic buildings and modern developments, with a focus on tourism and local services.

The area features landmarks like the Ilfracombe Harbour and the Tunnels Beaches. Residential areas consist of a mix of Victorian terraces and newer housing. Newport ward has a range of shops, cafes, and amenities catering to both residents and visitors. The ward's proximity to the coast shapes its economy and community life.

Area overview

On average Newport has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 79 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Newport is £42,029 per year. There are 3 schools in Newport: 1 primary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

3/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Newport Population

5,054

Population density

2,964.6 per km²

Demographics

British

4,705

93.06%

Other White

153

3.03%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.61%

Indian

0.45%

African

0.42%

Total population: 5,056

Housing

Owns outright

758

35.11%

Owns with a mortgage

650

30.11%

Private landlord or letting agency

395

18.3%

Other social rented

252

11.67%

Social rents from council

2.36%

Total households: 2,159

Property prices in Newport

Based on 78 recent sales, the median property price is £245,560 in Newport area, with individual transactions ranging from £112,000 up to £730,000.

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 Newport over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	23	£430,000	£295,275	£347,500	£499,975	£681,750
Flats	5	£123,000	£112,600	£115,000	£177,500	£192,300
Semi-Detached	11	£300,000	£187,500	£220,625	£340,000	£500,000
Terraced	39	£210,000	£174,750	£197,000	£241,810	£323,700

10 years median price trend in Newport

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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