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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

EX198AJ

Sealey Court

EX198QU

North Street

EX203HL

Brandise Hill

EX313HP

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX313LY

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX379BZ

Fairways Drive

EX387JY

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EX388QA

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EX187LX

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198AD

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198HF

Kings Farm Lane

EX198LZ

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198NN

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198QH

Hilliers

EX198QZ

Aller Road

EX198SZ

West Road

EX203EG

Clarks Lane

EX203DN

Ryall's Corner

EX215HZ

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX379BP

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX387JR

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EX387JX

Dodscott Cross

EX387LB

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX388QT

Mutton Lane

EX198NR

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198TE

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198LP

Green Lane

EX198LX

Green Lane

EX198QL

Barfield Road

EX198QQ

North Street

EX203DH

Limers Lane

EX203QJ

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX215JB

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX379BL

Fairways Drive

EX387AZ

Nursery Close

EX387JS

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX388AT

Mutton Lane

EX187ND

Horridge Lane

EX187QB

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198HD

Chulmleigh Road

EX198HJ

Church Lane

EX198HT

Barnstaple Street

EX198PG

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198QR

Hilliers

EX203DU

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX203GY

Back Lane

EX388PY

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX379AP

Fountain Fields

EX379AX

High Street

EX379BN

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX379BQ

Deep Lane

EX379EN

Cole Meadow

EX388AS

St Mary's Close

EX187LH

Coles Court

EX198HY

Chulmleigh Road

EX198JE

Dial Street

EX198LB

Bude Hill

EX198LR

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198PB

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198QJ

Brook Road

EX202AT

Berry Hill

EX203DS

Bounsells Lane

EX215PL

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX187QF

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198BT

Farmer Frank's Lane

EX198DW

Butcher's Moor Lane

EX198NP

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198RE

Brook Road

EX203DG

Grange Lane

EX203HG

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX203HW

Brandise Hill

EX203PQ

Townland Rise

EX203QE

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX379ES

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX379NB

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX388QS

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX187NJ

Little Hayes Lane

EX187NT

The Square

EX187PH

Ham Hill

EX198HW

Castle Street

EX198JA

Court Walk

EX198LY

Rye Park

EX203DF

Clinton Gardens

EX379EL

Ridgeway Green

EX388BA

Apple Orchard

EX388QQ

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX388QU

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EX187NB

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198AA

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198BX

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198EZ

Gerrydown Road

EX198LA

Eggesford Road

EX198TT

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX198UA

Old Chapel Gardens

EX198YF

Fore Street

EX203DQ

Limers Lane

EX203QL

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX313LL

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX379AT

Winkleigh & High Bickington

EX387HW

Pound Meadow

Data Sources

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