About Sheldon

Sheldon is a small village located in the county of Devon, England, within the postcode area EX14. The village is surrounded by the beautiful Devon countryside, offering a peaceful environment for residents and visitors alike. The area is primarily rural, with agricultural land and scenic views that reflect the character of the region. In Sheldon, you will find a few traditional stone houses and cottages, which contribute to the village's overall appeal. The local community is close-knit, and there are opportunities to explore the surrounding nature through various walking paths. The village is also conveniently situated for those wishing to visit nearby towns and attractions in Devon.

School Ratings in Sheldon

Sheldon is served by 10 schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Sheldon

Property prices average £324K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £432K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Sheldon

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Sheldon, with 8 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Sheldon

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Sheldon falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Sheldon

Most properties in Sheldon can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,796 sales

Average Price £324K
£250 — £7.5M
Detached £432K 1,247
Semi £264K 992
Terraced £223K 934
Flat £139K 252

Schools & Education 10 nearby View all schools

8 Primary
1 Secondary
1 Other
Broadhembury Church of England Primary School Primary 2.8 miles Hemyock Primary School Primary 3 miles Kentisbeare Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.5 miles Culmstock Primary School Primary Good 3.8 miles K-HQ Good 4.2 miles Awliscombe Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.3 miles Uffculme Primary School Primary Good 4.4 miles Uffculme School Secondary 4.7 miles Upottery Primary School Primary 4.8 miles Payhembury Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Sheldon IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Sheldon in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
4,888 Children (0-15) 15%
17,969 Working Age 56%
11,771 Older (60+) 37%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 22.5% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.2% 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 Sheldon 64 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Sheldon falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

32 Violence & Sexual Offences
8 Anti-Social Behaviour
7 Shoplifting
5 Criminal Damage & Arson
4 Public Order
3 Other Theft
3 Vehicle Crime
1 Drugs
1 Weapons
Local Policing
Devon And Cornwall Honiton Rural Visit force website →
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 2 stations

Honiton Train Station 5.6 miles
Whimple Train Station 8.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Slade 0.6 miles Stentwood 0.9 miles Bodmiscombe 1.4 miles Dunkeswell 1.4 miles Abbey 1.8 miles Highwood 1.8 miles Saint Hill 1.9 miles Blackborough 2 miles Mackham 2 miles Madford 2.2 miles Hollis Green 2.5 miles Wolverstone 2.5 miles

Local Government

District East Devon
County Devon
Ward Feniton
Constituency Tiverton and Honiton
Parish Gittisham
Region South West

Streets in EX14 30 shown View all streets

A30 17 A303 3 A35 9 A373 20 A375 10 Ackland Park 2 All Saints Court 1 Argus Close 1 Ashleigh Road 1 Aspen Close 1 Avenue Mezidon Canon 1 Axminster Road 5 Azalea Close 1 B3177 4 Badger Close 1 Balfour Close 1 Banfield Way 2 Barnes Close 1 Barrow Road 3 Barton Rise 1 Bath Close 1 Battishorne Way 1 Beacon Hill Lane 1 Beech Close 1 Beech Walk 1 Beggars Lane 1 Bhutan Close 1 Biddington Way 1 Black Lion Shopping Court 2 Blackhayes Lane 1

Postcodes in EX14 50 shown View all postcodes

EX14 0AG EX14 0FB EX14 0FD EX14 0FJ EX14 0WD EX14 1AA EX14 1AB EX14 1AD EX14 1AE EX14 1AF EX14 1AG EX14 1AH EX14 1AJ EX14 1AL EX14 1AN EX14 1AP EX14 1AQ EX14 1AR EX14 1AS EX14 1AT EX14 1AU EX14 1AW EX14 1AX EX14 1AY EX14 1AZ EX14 1BA EX14 1BB EX14 1BD EX14 1BE EX14 1BH EX14 1BJ EX14 1BN EX14 1BP EX14 1BQ EX14 1BR EX14 1BS EX14 1BU EX14 1BW EX14 1BX EX14 1BY EX14 1BZ EX14 1DA EX14 1DB EX14 1DE EX14 1DF EX14 1DG EX14 1DH EX14 1DJ EX14 1DL EX14 1DN