South Molton ward is located in North Devon, covering the market town of South Molton and surrounding rural areas. The town serves as a commercial and administrative hub for the region, with a mix of independent shops, services, and a historic pannier market. The area is known for its agricultural roots, with farmland and open countryside shaping the local economy.
The ward includes parts of Exmoor National Park, offering access to moorland and scenic walking routes. The River Mole runs through the town, adding to its natural setting. Transport links include the A361, connecting South Molton to Barnstaple and Tiverton. Housing ranges from historic buildings in the town centre to newer developments on the outskirts.
On average South Molton has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 49 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 South Molton is £40,998 per year. There are 3 schools in South Molton: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 98 recent sales, the median property price is £270,000 in South Molton area, with individual transactions ranging from £63,500 up to £750,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 46 | £340,000 |
| Flats | 14 | £167,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 14 | £266,250 |
| Terraced | 24 | £209,000 |
10 years price trend in South Molton
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Station Road
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Ducks Field
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Limekilns Close
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Hares Green
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Mole Ridge Way
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Barnstaple Street
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East Street
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East Street
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Station Road
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Bishop's Nympton, Witheridge & Chulmleigh
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South Molton
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East Street
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South Street
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Churchill Crescent
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Merryweather Way
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West Park
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Buckingham Close
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Monitor Close
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Broad Street The Square
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North Street
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Hacche Lane
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Beech Grove
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Mole Bridge Lane
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South Molton
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Deerhill Road
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Station Road
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New Road
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Poltimore Close
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Raleigh Park
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East Street
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South Molton
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South Street
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Great Hele Lane
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Raleigh Park
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Kingdom Avenue
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Nadder Lane
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Cooks Cross
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Common Moors Lane
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South Street
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Parsonage Lane
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Lime Way
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North Road
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Barnstaple Street
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West End Terrace
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North Road
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Sycamore Drive
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Mill Street
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Mill Street
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Cider Way
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Howards Close
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Station Road
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East Street
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Deans Lane
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Station Road
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Lamaton Park
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South Molton
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Thornes Terrace
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South Molton
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Honey Farm Close
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Bucknell Way
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Nadder Meadow
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Grenville Close
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Ford Down Lane
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Broad Street The Square
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South Molton
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Marsh Lane
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Kingsway
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New Road
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Gunswell Lane
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West Street
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Broad Street The Square
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Broad Street The Square
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South Molton
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Station Road
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Deerhill Lane
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Meadow Park
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New Road
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Raleigh Mead
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Gunswell Lane
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South Molton
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Duke Street
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Ash Drive
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Bucknell Way
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Mill Street
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Dart Park
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Jury Park
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Livarot Walk
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.