About Cheston

Cheston is a small village located in the county of Devon, in the south-west of England. It lies within the TQ10 postcode area and is situated in a rural part of the region, surrounded by open countryside and rolling hills. The village is known for its peaceful atmosphere and traditional Devonshire character, with a mix of older cottages and more modern homes. It is close to the River Exe, which provides a natural feature in the landscape and offers opportunities for walking and fishing. The local community is active, with regular events held in the village hall and a small shop providing essential services. Cheston is well-connected to nearby towns such as Exeter and Tiverton, making it accessible for residents while maintaining a quiet, countryside feel.

School Ratings in Cheston

Families in Cheston have access to 13 local schools. A further 1 school holds a Good rating.

House Prices in Cheston

Homes sell for an average of £415K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £483K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cheston

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Cheston, with 3 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Cheston

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Cheston 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 Cheston

Broadband services in Cheston 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 505 sales

Average Price £415K
£20K — £4.68M
Detached £483K 181
Semi £281K 112
Terraced £242K 133
Flat £183K 11

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

10 Primary
1 Secondary
2 Other
Breakthrough College 0.7 miles South Brent Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles Ugborough Primary School Primary 1.7 miles Diptford Parochial Church of England Primary School Primary 2.9 miles Stowford School Primary Good 3 miles Ivybridge Community College Secondary Good 3.1 miles The Erme Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles SeaMoor Ivybridge Area Children's Centre Requires Improvement 3.3 miles Manor Primary School, Ivybridge Primary 3.6 miles Woodlands Park Primary School Primary 4 miles Ermington Primary School Primary Good 4.4 miles Modbury Primary School Primary Good 4.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Cheston IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Cheston 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
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
4/10
2,100 Children (0-15) 17%
7,419 Working Age 59%
4,309 Older (60+) 34%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 27.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.8% 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 Cheston 9 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Cheston are lower than the England and Wales average. While anti-social behaviour is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure village where serious incidents remain uncommon.

3 Anti-Social Behaviour
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Drugs
1 Other Theft
1 Shoplifting
1 Violence & Sexual Offences
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
Devon And Cornwall Totnes West Visit force website →
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 1 stations

Ivybridge Train Station 2.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Brent Mill 0.9 miles Wrangaton 0.9 miles Crowder Park 1.4 miles Moorhaven Village 1.4 miles Bittaford 1.4 miles Aish 1.4 miles South Brent 1.4 miles Hillside 1.8 miles Horsebrook 1.9 miles Avonwick 1.9 miles Badworthy 1.9 miles Ugborough 2 miles

Local Government

District South Hams
County Devon
Ward South Brent
Constituency Totnes
Parish South Brent
Region South West

Streets in TQ10 30 shown View all streets

A385 2 Aish Lane 2 Ashwood 1 Aune Close 1 Avon Close 1 Avonwick Green 2 B3196 1 B3213 4 B3372 1 Balmoral Lane 2 Bishops Mead 1 Black Hall Lane 1 Blacksmith Lane 1 Brakefield 1 Brookwood Close 1 Chapel Fields 1 Church Street 5 Church Walk 1 Clobells 1 Cobbly Walk 1 Corn Park 3 Courtenay Park 2 Crowder Meadow 1 Crowder Park 1 Culver Lane 1 Devon Expressway 5 Exeter Road 5 Fairfield 2 Forder Lane 1 Fore Street 1

Postcodes in TQ10 50 shown View all postcodes

TQ10 9AA TQ10 9AB TQ10 9AD TQ10 9AE TQ10 9AF TQ10 9AG TQ10 9AH TQ10 9AJ TQ10 9AL TQ10 9AN TQ10 9AP TQ10 9AQ TQ10 9AS TQ10 9AT TQ10 9AU TQ10 9AW TQ10 9AX TQ10 9AY TQ10 9AZ TQ10 9BA TQ10 9BB TQ10 9BD TQ10 9BE TQ10 9BG TQ10 9BH TQ10 9BJ TQ10 9BL TQ10 9BN TQ10 9BP TQ10 9BQ TQ10 9BS TQ10 9BT TQ10 9BU TQ10 9BW TQ10 9BX TQ10 9BY TQ10 9BZ TQ10 9DA TQ10 9DB TQ10 9DD TQ10 9DE TQ10 9DF TQ10 9DG TQ10 9DH TQ10 9DJ TQ10 9DL TQ10 9DN TQ10 9DP TQ10 9DQ TQ10 9DR