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About

Winkleigh ward encompasses the large rural parish of Winkleigh itself, along with several surrounding hamlets and farmsteads spread across a primarily agricultural landscape. The area is characterised by rolling countryside and is situated on a high ridge of land between the River Taw and River Torridge valleys. Settlement is focused on the village, which serves as a local hub with essential services for the wider farming community.

The ward's history is visibly rooted in its former military function, with the remains of a significant Royal Air Force station from the Second World War located to the north of the village. This large, flat expanse of former airfield land contrasts with the surrounding fields and hedgerows. Economic activity remains closely tied to the land, with the local community oriented around the central village and its parish church.

Area overview

On average Winkleigh has high deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 37 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Winkleigh is £42,257 per year. There are 2 schools in Winkleigh: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Winkleigh is home to around 2,190 people, with a population density of about 36.2 per km2.

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
37
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Winkleigh Population
2,190
Population density
36.2 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
17.81(-46%)
Burglary
5.94(+118%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.48(-16%)
Anti-social behaviour
4.57(-70%)
Public order
2.74(-58%)
South West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,102
95.98%
Other White
43
1.96%
White and Asian (mixed)
10
0.46%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
9
0.41%
Irish
7
0.32%
Total population: 2,190

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
496
26.72%
No qualifications
323
17.4%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
319
17.19%
Level 3 (A level)
314
16.92%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
240
12.93%
Total 16+ residents: 1,856

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
491
49.4%
Owns with a mortgage
211
21.23%
Private landlord or letting agency
183
18.41%
Other social rented
59
5.94%
Other forms of private rent
37
3.72%
Total households: 994

Property prices in Winkleigh

Based on 37 recent sales, the median property price is £325,000 in Winkleigh area, with individual transactions ranging from £140,000 up to £575,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Winkleigh in the 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 Winkleigh over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached27£350,000
Flats1£162,500
Semi-Detached5£225,000
Terraced4£237,500

10 years median price trend in Winkleigh

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Winkleigh.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/01/2026.