About Ashwell

Ashwell is a small village located in the county of Devon, in the south-west of England. It lies within the TQ14 postcode area and is situated in a rural part of the county, surrounded by rolling countryside. The village is known for its traditional Devonshire character, with a mix of older stone and timber-framed buildings alongside more modern homes. There is a local pub and a small shop serving the community, and the area is popular with walkers and cyclists due to its proximity to scenic footpaths and bridleways. The village is part of the civil parish of Chittlehampton, and the surrounding landscape features a blend of farmland and woodland. Ashwell offers a peaceful, rural lifestyle with easy access to nearby towns and the wider region.

School Ratings in Ashwell

Families in Ashwell have access to 53 local schools. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ashwell

Homes sell for an average of £338K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £471K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ashwell

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Ashwell, with 14 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ashwell

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Ashwell around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Ashwell

Broadband services in Ashwell range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,778 sales

Average Price £338K
£450 — £10M
Detached £471K 1,282
Semi £333K 481
Terraced £277K 794
Flat £206K 1,062

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

27 Primary
6 Secondary
20 Other
Bishopsteignton School Primary Good 0.9 miles Rydon Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles St Michael's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Teign School Secondary Good 1.8 miles Kingsteignton School Primary Good 2 miles Teignmouth Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Our Lady and St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School Primary 2.3 miles Dawlish Children's Centre 2.3 miles Teignmouth Children's Centre Good 2.3 miles Sunshine Childrens Centre Newton Abbot and District 2 2.4 miles Glendinning Academy Good 2.4 miles Haytor View Community Primary School Primary 2.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Ashwell IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Ashwell are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
6/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
6/10
3,232 Children (0-15) 14%
12,761 Working Age 54%
9,693 Older (60+) 41%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 27.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.9% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Ashwell 85 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Ashwell is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a small town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

37 Violence & Sexual Offences
14 Anti-Social Behaviour
6 Burglary
6 Criminal Damage & Arson
6 Other Theft
6 Public Order
5 Shoplifting
2 Other Crime
1 Drugs
1 Weapons
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Newton Abbot Train Station 2.8 miles
Dawlish Train Station 4.5 miles
Dawlish Warren Train Station 5.8 miles
Torre Train Station 6 miles
Starcross Train Station 6.9 miles
Exmouth Train Station 7.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Humber 0 yards Bishopsteignton 0.9 miles Ash Hill 1.4 miles Kingsteignton 1.4 miles Rydon 1.4 miles Luton 1.4 miles Sandygate 1.9 miles Ideford 1.9 miles Netherton 1.9 miles Combeinteignhead 2 miles Olchard 2.2 miles Buckland 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Teignbridge
County Devon
Ward Shaldon & Stokeinteignhead
Constituency Newton Abbot
Parish Shaldon
Region South West

Streets in TQ14 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Close 1 Admirals Walk 1 Alandale Close 1 Alandale Road 1 Albion Street 3 Alder Close 2 Alexandra Terrace 1 Alta Vista Close 1 Amethyst Drive 1 Arch Street 2 Armada Drive 1 Ashill 1 Ashleigh Close 1 Ashleigh Drive 1 Ashleigh Mount 1 Ashleigh Park 1 Ashleigh Rise 1 Ashleigh Way 3 B3192 1 Bank Street 3 Barham Avenue 2 Barnpark Close 1 Barnpark Road 2 Barnpark Terrace 1 Barnsley Close 1 Barnsley Drive 1 Bath Terrace 1 Bay View Drive 1 Beechwood Court 1 Belgrave Terrace 2

Postcodes in TQ14 50 shown View all postcodes

TQ14 0AA TQ14 0AB TQ14 0AD TQ14 0AE TQ14 0AF TQ14 0AG TQ14 0AH TQ14 0AJ TQ14 0AL TQ14 0AN TQ14 0AP TQ14 0AQ TQ14 0AR TQ14 0AS TQ14 0AT TQ14 0AU TQ14 0AW TQ14 0AX TQ14 0AY TQ14 0AZ TQ14 0BA TQ14 0BB TQ14 0BD TQ14 0BE TQ14 0BG TQ14 0BH TQ14 0BJ TQ14 0BL TQ14 0BN TQ14 0BP TQ14 0BQ TQ14 0BS TQ14 0BT TQ14 0BU TQ14 0BW TQ14 0BX TQ14 0DA TQ14 0DB TQ14 0DD TQ14 0DE TQ14 0DF TQ14 0DG TQ14 0DH TQ14 0DJ TQ14 0DL TQ14 0DN TQ14 0DP TQ14 0DQ TQ14 0DR TQ14 0DS