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Whimple & Rockbeare

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About

Whimple & Rockbeare is a rural ward in East Devon, covering several villages and hamlets. The area is characterised by farmland, woodland, and quiet country lanes, with a mix of traditional cottages and modern housing. The ward includes the villages of Whimple and Rockbeare, along with smaller settlements like Westhay and Tallaton. Agriculture plays a significant role in the local economy, with dairy and arable farming common in the area.

The ward has good transport links, with the A30 running nearby and Exeter Airport located just south of Rockbeare. Whimple village features amenities such as a primary school, pub, and village hall, while Rockbeare has a smaller, more dispersed community. The area offers a quiet, countryside lifestyle while remaining within easy reach of Exeter for work and services. Walking trails and green spaces provide opportunities for outdoor recreation, with the East Devon Way passing through the ward.

Area overview

On average Whimple & Rockbeare has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 59 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Whimple & Rockbeare is £51,618 per year. There are 2 schools in Whimple & Rockbeare: 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

3/10

Income level

8/10

Social housing

9.5%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Whimple & Rockbeare Population

3,012

Population density

140.9 per km²

Demographics

British

2,883

95.75%

Other White

1.96%

Other

0.37%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.3%

Irish

0.3%

Total population: 3,011

Housing

Owns outright

583

46.31%

Owns with a mortgage

397

31.53%

Private landlord or letting agency

113

8.98%

Social rents from council

5.08%

Other social rented

4.53%

Total households: 1,259

Property prices in Whimple & Rockbeare

Based on 23 recent sales, the median property price is £450,000 in Whimple & Rockbeare area, with individual transactions ranging from £231,000 up to £970,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	11	£520,000	£266,875	£436,500	£679,750	£870,000
Semi-Detached	5	£512,000	£254,000	£290,000	£526,000	£539,200
Terraced	7	£270,000	£231,600	£251,500	£304,000	£448,400

10 years price trend in Whimple & Rockbeare

All postcodes in Whimple & Rockbeare

EX52EY

Palmer's Lane

EX52PL

Gribble Lane

EX52PU

Feniton & Whimple

EX52UA

The Green

EX52TY

The Green

EX52PN

Turkey Lane

EX52UU

Henry Lewis Close

EX52EP

Gribble Lane

EX52EQ

Parsons Lane

EX52GL

Feniton & Whimple

EX52QN

Feniton & Whimple

EX52TG

Church Road

EX52EW

Stoneylands

EX52ED

Broadclyst, West Clyst & Stoke Canon

EX52QH

Feniton & Whimple

EX52TF

Church Road

EX52DW

Broadclyst, West Clyst & Stoke Canon

EX52NP

The Paddock

EX52PQ

Broadclyst, West Clyst & Stoke Canon

EX52PW

Feniton & Whimple

EX52TB

Church Road

EX52PY

Feniton & Whimple

EX52YF

Feniton & Whimple

EX52QB

Feniton & Whimple

EX52SS

Feniton & Whimple

EX52QG

Feniton & Whimple

EX52TX

The Green

EX52UB

Feniton & Whimple

EX52QD

The Withey

EX52SN

Feniton & Whimple

EX52TU

Chard Avenue

EX52WY

Feniton & Whimple

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

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