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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

EX387JT

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX387JW

Kingscott Hill

EX388PU

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX203EF

Clarks Lane

EX187LT

The Square

EX187PJ

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX187RJ

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EX198AL

West Lane

EX198AN

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EX198AQ

Trigger's Hill

EX198DN

Butcher's Moor Lane

EX198JQ

Farmer Frank's Lane

EX198LF

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EX198TB

West Road

EX198TH

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EX203EU

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX313NE

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX387JD

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EX387JL

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EX388QH

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX187NH

Smith's Lane

EX187PW

Sheppaton Lane

EX198DQ

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EX198RL

West Lane

EX203DT

Green Lane

EX203ET

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX387EQ

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX388PR

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX187BB

Ragged Lane

EX187RQ

Bransgrove Lane

EX198AF

Trigger's Hill

EX198HE

Ashplants Close

EX198JH

Southernhay

EX198LJ

Rye Park Close

EX198QN

Chapel Street

EX198RJ

Breaka Lane

EX198UB

Barnstaple Street

EX203HD

Rectory Rise

EX379BG

Deep Lane

EX388NA

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX388QL

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX187BA

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX187NX

Wood Lane

EX187PB

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198EU

Goodleigh Lane

EX198HS

Kings Meadow Drive

EX198LQ

Green Lane

EX198NL

Rye Park Close

EX198PX

Rectory Road

EX215PJ

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX215RJ

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX187NE

Horridge Lane

EX187NU

Churchwater Lane

EX187QA

Bransgrove Hill

EX198JX

Old Barn Close

EX198LG

East Park Close

EX203HH

Cott Lane

EX203QF

Clarks Lane

EX215HY

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX215NR

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX313LS

Oaken Hill

EX313ND

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX313NG

Oaken Hill

EX379DS

Highfield Close

EX387JU

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX387JZ

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX388PT

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198AH

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198HG

Forge End

EX198HH

Church Lane

EX198JN

Eggesford Road

EX198QY

Barfield Close

EX198RG

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198TZ

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX203EX

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX203DL

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX215PG

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX379AZ

High Street

EX379BB

High Street

EX187LP

Church Street

EX187QD

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198BY

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198DH

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198HU

Castle Street

EX198JB

Church Hill

EX198JL

Eggesford Road

EX198LL

Towell Lane

EX198NU

Trigger's Hill

EX198NW

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198PD

Staple Back Lane

EX198PQ

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198WE

Fore Street

EX203EH

New Road

EX215PN

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX203DP

Clinton Gardens

EX313NF

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX387EH

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX387JF

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX387JH

Sunnyside

EX387JP

Winkleigh & High Bickington
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Data Sources

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