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Winkleigh & High Bickington

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About

Winkleigh and High Bickington are neighbouring villages in the Torridge district of Devon, surrounded by rolling countryside and farmland. The area is characterised by its rural setting, with narrow lanes and traditional stone cottages. Winkleigh has a small but active community, with amenities including a primary school, village shop, and a historic church. High Bickington, slightly smaller, retains a quiet charm with its own church and village hall. Both settlements are linked by winding country roads, offering views of the surrounding fields and woodlands.

The landscape around Winkleigh and High Bickington is typical of mid-Devon, with patchwork fields and hedgerows. The area is known for its agricultural roots, with farming playing a key role in the local economy. Nearby, the River Taw flows through the valley, adding to the scenic appeal. The villages provide a peaceful base for exploring the wider Torridge region, with easy access to walking trails and rural lanes. Despite their small size, both communities maintain a sense of connection through local events and gatherings.

Area overview

On average Winkleigh & High Bickington has high deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 28 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Winkleigh & High Bickington is £42,300 per year. There are 7 schools in Winkleigh & High Bickington: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
28
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
4.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Winkleigh & High Bickington Population
7,305
Population density
31.4 per km²

Demographics

British
7,073
96.81%
Other White
123
1.68%
Irish
29
0.4%
White and Asian (mixed)
20
0.27%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
16
0.22%
Total population: 7,306

Housing

Owns outright
1,738
53.44%
Owns with a mortgage
758
23.31%
Private landlord or letting agency
447
13.75%
Other social rented
149
4.58%
Other forms of private rent
125
3.84%
Total households: 3,252

Property prices in Winkleigh & High Bickington

Based on 93 recent sales, the median property price is £335,000 in Winkleigh & High Bickington area, with individual transactions ranging from £136,500 up to £1,865,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached61£415,000
Flats1£162,500
Semi-Detached14£262,750
Terraced17£247,500

10 years price trend in Winkleigh & High Bickington

All postcodes in Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198BZ

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198QX

Aller Road

EX198AP

Barntown Lane

EX198HP

Hatherleigh Road

EX198LD

Abbotsham Lane

EX198LW

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EX198NB

Brook Road

EX198NT

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EX198PA

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EX198PS

Rectory Road

EX198RQ

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EX202AS

Luxton Lane

EX203DJ

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EX203EZ

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EX203QP

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EX313LJ

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EX313LN

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EX379DT

Church Meadow

EX379DP

Fairways Close

EX387HZ

Belle Vue Cross

EX387JE

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198JY

Exeter Road

EX198PT

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198TF

Moorland Gate

EX198TR

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX203EL

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX203DX

Mucky Lane

EX203EQ

New Road

EX203QG

Clarks Lane

EX313LR

Moor Lane

EX388PP

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX388QF

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198WH

Fore Street

EX187LU

Church Street

EX187NQ

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX187PL

Ham Hill

EX187QH

Horry Mill Lane

EX198EY

Butcher's Moor Lane

EX198JJ

Beare Copse Lane

EX198NS

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198PW

Stafford Road

EX198QA

Brook Road

EX198QT

Cleave Hill

EX198RH

Breaka Lane

EX215PF

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX313LU

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX313NQ

Oaken Hill

EX379BD

Barton Meadow Road

EX379BU

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX379BY

Fairways Drive

EX187NF

Lake Lane

EX187QJ

Shute Wood

EX187RH

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198HR

Barnstaple Street

EX198ND

Brook Road

EX198TP

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198TS

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198UD

Hectors Close

EX203DZ

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EX203EY

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EX203FX

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EX203HF

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EX203QH

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX215PQ

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX203ED

Grange Lane

EX187LZ

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EX187PD

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EX187PE

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198DX

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198LU

Green Lane

EX198QW

Stafford Road

EX198RF

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EX202AU

Beare Lane

EX215JD

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX313LW

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX379AW

Higher Meadows

EX379HG

Little Bickington Lane

EX388PH

Limer's Hill

EX388PS

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX203EE

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX187LY

Church Street

EX187QG

Butcher's Moor Lane

EX187SW

Taw Mills Lane

EX198JP

Westcots Drive

EX198TU

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX203HP

Brandise Hill

EX313LH

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX379AU

Pound Lane

EX379BR

Pound Lane

EX379EJ

Cole Meadow

EX387JB

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EX388QJ

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX388QR

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX388QW

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198LS

Bond Street

EX198LT

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198PF

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198SX

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX203HQ

Brandise Hill

EX203QQ

Brandise Hill
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Data Sources

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