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Newton & Yealmpton

About

The Newton & Yealmpton ward encompasses a rural expanse in the South Hams, characterised by rolling farmland and the broad tidal estuary of the River Yealm. The area includes the villages of Newton Ferrers and Noss Mayo, situated on opposite banks of the river, connected by a foot ferry. The landscape is defined by quiet country lanes, wooded creeks, and significant areas of ancient woodland.

Much of the local economy and community life is linked to the water, with sailing and boatbuilding being longstanding activities. The ward contains several designated conservation areas and sites of special scientific interest, protecting its estuarine habitats. The area maintains a distinct, quiet character, separate from the larger tourist centres elsewhere in the district.

Area overview

On average Newton & Yealmpton has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 36 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Newton & Yealmpton is £58,621 per year. There are 4 schools in Newton & Yealmpton: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Newton & Yealmpton is home to around 6,231 people, with a population density of about 78.5 per km2.

Crime rate

1/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

8/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Newton & Yealmpton Population

6,231

Population density

78.5 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

16.37(-51%)

Criminal damage and arson

6.42(-1%)

Anti-social behaviour

5.14(-66%)

Other theft

4.81(-15%)

Public order

3.37(-48%)

South West average

Demographics

British

5,959

95.65%

Other White

128

2.05%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.55%

Other Asian

0.35%

Irish

0.34%

Total population: 6,230

Economics

Level 4 qualifications or above

2,297

43.91%

Level 3 (A level)

857

16.38%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

710

13.57%

No qualifications

570

10.9%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

402

7.68%

Total 16+ residents: 5,231

Housing

Owns outright

1,221

44.61%

Owns with a mortgage

707

25.83%

Private landlord or letting agency

357

13.04%

Other social rented

264

9.65%

Other forms of private rent

2.85%

Total households: 2,737

Property prices in Newton & Yealmpton

Based on 84 recent sales, the median property price is £400,000 in Newton & Yealmpton area, with individual transactions ranging from £111,000 up to £1,700,000.

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 Newton & Yealmpton over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Semi-Detached	17	£325,000	£237,000	£290,000	£440,000	£631,000
Terraced	21	£285,000	£190,000	£240,000	£340,000	£520,000
Detached	38	£560,000	£312,750	£431,250	£839,500	£1,542,250
Flats	8	£384,250	£121,150	£287,375	£443,750	£727,500

10 years median price trend in Newton & Yealmpton

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.

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

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Crime per 1,000 population

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