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Whimple & Rockbeare

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 60 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

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 £423,000 in Whimple & Rockbeare area, with individual transactions ranging from £215,000 up to £970,000.

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 Whimple & Rockbeare over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	10	£510,000	£283,063	£429,750	£592,750	£871,000
Semi-Detached	5	£512,000	£254,000	£290,000	£526,000	£539,200
Terraced	8	£270,000	£220,600	£232,500	£277,000	£423,000

10 years median price trend in Whimple & Rockbeare

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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