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Okehampton South

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About

Okehampton South is a ward located in the town of Okehampton, within the West Devon district of Devon, England. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types, including detached homes, terraced properties, and some social housing. It lies south of the River Okement, with easy access to the town centre, which offers shops, schools, and leisure facilities.

The ward includes parts of the Dartmoor National Park, providing opportunities for outdoor activities like walking and cycling. Public transport links connect Okehampton South to nearby areas, including Exeter. The ward has a community-focused atmosphere, with local events and groups contributing to its social life. The surrounding landscape features green spaces and rural views, blending urban convenience with countryside charm.

Area overview

On average Okehampton South has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 70 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Okehampton South is £40,973 per year. There are 1 schools in Okehampton South: 0 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
70
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
12.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Okehampton South Population
3,998
Population density
134.7 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,664
91.67%
Other White
165
4.13%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
33
0.83%
White and Asian (mixed)
23
0.58%
Other
19
0.48%
Total population: 3,997

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
550
31.13%
Private landlord or letting agency
457
25.86%
Owns with a mortgage
424
24%
Other social rented
241
13.64%
Other forms of private rent
49
2.77%
Total households: 1,767

Property prices in Okehampton South

Based on 49 recent sales, the median property price is £227,500 in Okehampton South area, with individual transactions ranging from £110,000 up to £500,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Okehampton South 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 Okehampton South over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached8£386,250
Flats5£150,000
Semi-Detached12£236,250
Terraced24£225,000

10 years median price trend in Okehampton South

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Okehampton South.

Data Sources

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