Area Info for Crediton (Devon)

Introduction to Crediton

Crediton is a historic market town located in the county of Devon, South West England. It is situated approximately 7 miles north of Exeter and is known for its rich history and vibrant community. The town has a population of around 8,000 residents and serves as a local centre for shopping, education, and cultural activities.

History

Crediton has a long history dating back to the Anglo-Saxon period. It was originally known as 'Creditone' and was an important religious centre in medieval times. The town is home to several historic buildings, including the medieval Crediton Parish Church of St. Boniface, which dates back to the 13th century. The town's history is also marked by its role in agriculture and local trade over the centuries.

Geography and Location

The town is located in the Mid Devon district and is characterised by its rural surroundings and scenic landscapes. It lies on the River Creedy, which flows through the town, contributing to its picturesque setting. The area is known for its rolling hills, farmland, and woodland areas, making it a popular spot for outdoor activities and countryside exploration.

Economy and Local Amenities

Crediton has a diverse local economy that includes retail, agriculture, and small businesses. The town features a range of shops, cafes, and pubs, as well as weekly markets that have been held for centuries. There are also several schools, healthcare facilities, and community centres that serve the needs of residents.

Transport

The town is well-connected by road, with the A377 and A3072 providing access to nearby towns and cities. Public transport options include bus services that link Crediton to Exeter and other parts of Devon. The nearest railway station is in Exeter, providing further connectivity for residents and visitors.

Culture and Events

Crediton hosts various local events throughout the year, including traditional markets, festivals, and community gatherings. The town has a lively cultural scene with local clubs, societies, and religious institutions contributing to community life. Its historic sites and natural beauty also attract visitors interested in exploring Devon's heritage.
Education
School
Hayward's Primary School0.00 miles
East Street, Crediton, Devon, EX17 3AX
Queen Elizabeth's0.67 miles
Western Road, Crediton, Devon, EX17 3LU
Landscore Primary School0.96 miles
Threshers, Crediton, Devon, EX17 3JH
Sandford School1.60 miles
Sandford, Crediton, Devon, EX17 4NE
Newton St Cyres Primary School3.24 miles
Newton St Cyres, Exeter, Devon, EX5 5DD
Yeoford Community Primary School3.53 miles
Yeoford, Crediton, Devon, EX17 5HZ
Tedburn St Mary School4.02 miles
School Lane, Tedburn St Mary, Exeter, Devon, EX6 6AA
Copplestone Primary School4.12 miles
Bewsley Hill, Copplestone, Crediton, Devon, EX17 5NX
Cheriton Fitzpaine Primary School4.48 miles
Cheriton Fitzpaine, Crediton, Devon, EX17 4AN
Thorverton Church of England Primary School5.61 miles
School Lane, Thorverton, Exeter, Devon, EX5 5NR
Steiner Academy Exeter5.62 miles
Cowley Bridge Road, Thomas Hall, Exeter, Devon, EX4 5AD
Brampford Speke Church of England Primary School5.63 miles
Brampford Speke, Exeter, Devon, EX5 5HE
Cheriton Bishop Community Primary School5.72 miles
Church Lane, Cheriton Bishop, Exeter, Devon, EX6 6HY
Exwick Heights Primary School5.81 miles
Exwick Lane, Exwick, Exeter, Devon, EX4 2FB
Morchard Bishop Church of England Primary School6.11 miles
Church Street, Morchard Bishop, Crediton, Devon, EX17 6PJ
Redhills Community Primary School6.45 miles
Landhayes Road, Redhills, Exeter, Devon, EX4 2BY
Health
Clinic
Hillbank (Crediton)0.23 miles
43-44 Clifford Gardens, Crediton, Devon, EX17 2AN
Meadow House6.51 miles
17-18 Howell Road, Exeter, Devon, EX4 4LG
West Exe Children's Centre6.86 miles
Cowick Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 1HL
Amplifon Hearing Specialists (Exeter)6.94 miles
88 Fore Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3HX
Specsavers Hearcare - Devon - Exeter6.95 miles
Unit 4, 247-248 High Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3PZ
Exeter (Sidwell St) Nhs Walk In Centre6.99 miles
31 Sidwell Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 6NN
Exeter (Sidwell Street) Nhs Walk-In Centre6.99 miles
Unit 4, 31 Sidwell Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 6NN
Mardon Neuro-Rehabilitation Centre7.83 miles
Mardon House, Wonford Road, Exeter, EX2 4UD
Exeter Mobility Centre7.92 miles
Wonford Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4DU
Chime Social Enterprise - Royal Devon And Exeter Hospital (Wonford)8.06 miles
Barrack Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 5DW
Exeter Medical Ltd Site9.00 miles
Silverdown Office Park, Admiral House, Grenadier Road, Exeter, Devon, EX1 3QF
Trust Hq9.44 miles
Unit 3/4, Abbey Court, Eagle Way, Sowton Industrial Estate, Exeter, Devon, EX2 7HY
The Limes Surgery10.25 miles
Church Stile, Exminster, Exeter, Devon, EX6 8DF
Specsavers Hearcare - Devon - Tiverton10.73 miles
31A Gold Street, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 6QB
Tiverton Miu10.83 miles
Tiverton & District Hospital, Kennedy Way, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 6NT
Daat Exeter Airport11.00 miles
Air Support Base, Exeter Airport, Clyst Honiton, Exeter, Devon, EX5 2BD
GP
NEWCOMBES SURGERY0.28 miles
Newcombes Surgery, Newcombes, Crediton, Devon, EX17 2AR
Chiddenbrook Surgery1.03 miles
Threshers, Crediton, Devon, EX17 3JJ
Cheriton Fitzpaine Surgery4.21 miles
Barton Close, Cheriton Fitzpaine, Devon, EX17 4JB
Pathfinder Village Surgery4.25 miles
The Surgery, Brookside, Pathfinder Village, Exeter, Devon, EX6 6BT
Exe Valley Practice5.61 miles
The Surgery, Thorverton, Exeter, EX5 5NT
Cheriton Bishop & Teign Valley Practice5.94 miles
Cheriton Bishop & Teign Valley Practice, Yeoford Road, Cheriton Bishop, EXETER, Devon, EX6 6JA
Exwick Health Centre6.14 miles
New Valley Road, Exwick, Exeter, Devon, EX4 2AD
Student Health Centre6.20 miles
Reed Mews, Streatham Drive, Exeter, Devon, EX4 4QP
The Foxhayes Practice6.23 miles
The Foxhayes Practice, 117 Exwick Road, Exwick, Exeter, EX4 2BH
Morchard Bishop Surgery6.41 miles
Chulmleigh Road, Morchard Bishop, Devon, EX17 6NZ
The Clock Tower Surgery6.63 miles
9 New North Road, Exeter, Devon, EX4 4HF
Bow Medical Practice6.82 miles
Dr AMJ Bower and Partners, Iter Cross, Junction Road, Bow, Devon, EX17 6HN
St Thomas Medical Group 6.93 miles
The Health Centre, Cowick Street, St Thomas, Exeter, Devon, EX4 1HJ
Mount Pleasant Health Centre (Dr Hellier) 7.08 miles
Mount Pleasant Road, Exeter, Devon, EX4 7BW
Mount Pleasant Health Centre7.08 miles
Mount Pleasant Road, Exeter, Devon, EX4 7BW
St. Leonard`s Practice7.21 miles
Athelstan Road, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1SB
Hospital
Crediton Hospital0.95 miles
Western Road, Crediton, Devon, EX17 3NH
Franklyn Community Hospital6.92 miles
Franklyn Drive, Exeter, Devon, EX2 9HS
Heavitree Hospital7.48 miles
Gladstone Road, Exeter, Devon, EX1 2ED
Nuffield Health, Exeter Hospital7.92 miles
Wonford Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4UG
Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford)8.06 miles
Barrack Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 5DW
Wonford House Hospital8.13 miles
Dryden Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 5AF
Exeter Community Hospital8.34 miles
Hospital Lane, Whipton, Exeter, Devon, EX1 3RB
Moretonhampstead Hospital10.13 miles
Ford Street, Moretonhampstead, Devon, TQ13 8LN
Tiverton and District Hospital10.83 miles
Kennedy Way, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 6NT
Bovey Tracey Community Hospital13.23 miles
Furzleigh Lane, Bovey Tracey, Devon, TQ13 9HJ
Okehampton Hospital15.46 miles
Cavell Way, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1PN
Ottery St Mary Hospital15.95 miles
Keegan Close, Ottery St Mary, Devon, EX11 1DN
Exmouth Hospital15.96 miles
Claremont Grove, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 2JN
Dawlish Community Hospital16.34 miles
Barton Terrace, Dawlish, Devon, EX7 9DH
Newton Abbot Community Hospital17.33 miles
West Golds Road, Jetty Marsh, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 2TS
Teignmouth Community Hospital17.72 miles
Mill Lane, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 9BQ
Pharmacy
Boots0.35 miles
126 High Street, Crediton, EX17 3LQ
Crediton Pharmacy0.35 miles
19A High Street, Crediton, Devon, EX17 3AH
Tesco Stores Limited0.45 miles
Tesco Pharmacy, Wells Parks, Exeter Road, Crediton, Devon, EX17 3PH
Lloydspharmacy1.03 miles
Chiddenbrook Surgery, Threshers, Crediton, Devon, EX17 3JJ
Exwick Pharmacy6.14 miles
New Valley Road, Exwick, Exeter, Devon, EX4 2AD
Superdrug6.84 miles
Unit 11, Guildhall Shopping Centre, Exeter, EX4 3HJ
Sainsbury's Pharmacy6.86 miles
30-32 Guildhall Shop.Ctr, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3HH
Luxtons The Pharmacy6.92 miles
67 Cowick Street, St Thomas, Exeter, EX4 1HW
Boots6.92 miles
70 Cowick Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 1HW
Boots6.95 miles
251 High Street, Exeter, EX4 3QD
Lloydspharmacy7.01 miles
37 Sidwell Street, Exeter,, EX4 6NS
Boots7.02 miles
Unit 1 The Exebridge Centre, Alphington Street, Exeter, EX4 1AH
Salts Medilink7.05 miles
119 Sidwell Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 6RY
Fittleworth Medical Limited7.07 miles
4 Oaktree Place, Manaton Business Park, Exeter, Devon, EX2 8WA
Boots7.08 miles
Mount Pleasant Health Centre, Mount Pleasant Road, Exeter, Devon, EX4 7BW
St Leonards Pharmacy7.21 miles
St Leonards Medical Ctr., Athelstan Road, Exeter, EX1 1SB
Leisure
Park
SHOBROOKE PARK (Grade II Listed)1.35 miles
BELVIDERE MEADOWS6.17 miles
BARLEY VALLEY6.21 miles
ST BARTHOLOMEW'S CEMETERY, EXETER (Grade II* Listed)6.79 miles
NORTHERNHAY AND ROUGEMONT GARDENS (Grade II Listed)6.83 miles
KILLERTON HOUSE (Grade II* Listed)8.24 miles
CASTLE DROGO (Grade II* Listed)9.28 miles
PALMERSTON PARK WOOD10.02 miles
CHARWELL WETLANDS, BRADNINCH10.20 miles
SUNNINGMEAD GROUNDS11.16 miles
WOOD HOUSE (Grade I Listed)11.58 miles
KNIGHTSHAYES COURT (Grade II* Listed)11.93 miles
OXTON HOUSE (Grade II Listed)12.45 miles
ROCKBEARE MANOR (Grade II Listed)12.49 miles
POWDERHAM CASTLE (Grade II* Listed)12.73 miles
EAST DARTMOOR WOODS & HEATHS13.13 miles
Shop
Groceries
Morrisons Crediton0.13 miles
Mill Street, Crediton, Devon, EX17 1EY
Co-op Crediton0.30 miles
High Street, Crediton, EX17 3DU
Tesco Crediton (Express)0.44 miles
36 High St, Crediton, Devon, EX17 3JP
SPAR Euro Garage Crediton0.49 miles
Exeter Road, Devon, EX17 3BN
Tesco Crediton (Superstore)0.58 miles
Well Parks, Crediton, Devon, EX17 3PH
Costcutter Exeter5.72 miles
Community Centre Retail Unit, Exeter, Devon, EX4 2PR
Tesco Exeter (Express)6.18 miles
5-9 Winchester Ave, Exeter, Devon, EX4 2DQ
Londis Redcow Ltd6.26 miles
26 Red Cow Village, Exeter, EX4 4AZ
Londis Stoke Canon P.O & Stores6.43 miles
1 High Street, Exeter, EX5 4AR
Co-op Exeter6.66 miles
Queen Street, Exeter, EX4 3SR
Londis, Exeter6.67 miles
2 Hoopern Street, Exeter, EX4 4LY
Londis, Hoopern Street6.72 miles
2 Hoopern Street, Exeter, EX4 4LY
Bowhay Lane Stores6.74 miles
27 Bowhay Lane, Exeter, Devon EX4 1PE
Co-op Exeter6.76 miles
Dunsford Hill, EX2 9PN
Co-op Exeter6.76 miles
Alphington Road, Exeter, EX2 8JD
Co-op Exeter6.80 miles
Beacon Lane, Exeter, EX4 8LU
Transport
Airport
Exeter International Airport11.12 miles
Plymouth City Airport32.42 miles
Cardiff International Airport44.24 miles
Bus Stop
Parish Church (W)0.02 miles
Snooker Hall (E)0.04 miles
Morrisons (N)0.11 miles
The Crown (N)0.15 miles
The Crown (S)0.15 miles
Blagdon (E)0.17 miles
Memorial (SE)0.18 miles
Winswood (E)0.20 miles
Spruce Park (SE)0.23 miles
Union Terrace (W)0.23 miles
Clifford Gardens (SE)0.25 miles
Shop (SE)0.25 miles
Library (E)0.25 miles
Butt Parks (NW)0.27 miles
Pounds Hill (S)0.29 miles
Station Cross (SE)0.36 miles
Ferry Port
Topsham Ferry Landing10.84 miles
Topsham Lock Ferry Landing10.84 miles
Topsham (Turf Lock Ferry) Ferry Landing10.98 miles
Turf Lock Inn Ferry Landing11.88 miles
Starcross Ferry Landing14.38 miles
Exmouth Ferry Landing15.49 miles
Teignmouth Ferry Landing18.32 miles
Shaldon Teignmouth Ferry Landing18.37 miles
Torquay - North Quay23.37 miles
Torquay Harbour Boarding Pontoon23.46 miles
Totnes Ferry Landing24.98 miles
Brixham Harbour Boarding Stage27.72 miles
Brixham Ferry Landing27.73 miles
Dittisham Ferry Landing28.20 miles
Greenway House Ferry Landing28.22 miles
Bideford Ferry Landing28.85 miles
Railway Station
Crediton Rail Station0.44 miles
Newton St Cyres Rail Station2.80 miles
Yeoford Rail Station3.41 miles
Copplestone Rail Station4.71 miles
Morchard Road Rail Station6.21 miles
Exeter St Davids Rail Station6.27 miles
Exeter Central Rail Station6.73 miles
St James Park (Devon) Rail Station6.92 miles
Exeter St Thomas Rail Station6.99 miles
Polsloe Bridge Rail Station7.65 miles
Lapford Rail Station8.39 miles
Pinhoe Rail Station8.71 miles
Digby & Sowton Rail Station9.34 miles
Newcourt Rail Station9.73 miles
Cranbrook Rail Station10.45 miles
Topsham Rail Station10.83 miles
Crime
Flood Data
Flood Risk Per Year (EX17 3A*)
Number of Properties in Catchment271
Very Low Risk (<0.1% chance of flooding)0
Low Risk (0.1% < 1% chance of flooding)0
Medium Risk (1% < 3.3% chance of flooding)0
High Risk (>3.3%)0
Property Sales
ARDEN GARDEN, UNION ROAD

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3AL		£395,000
2025-05-27
detached
freehold
50, SPRUCE PARK

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3HJ		£242,000
2025-04-17
terraced
freehold
22, COCKLES RISE

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3JB		£250,000
2025-03-31
semidetached
freehold
6, FULDA CRESCENT

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3DL		£275,000
2025-03-28
terraced
freehold
19, BUTT PARKS

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3HF		£220,000
2024-12-12
terraced
freehold
19, DEAN STREET

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3EN		£182,500
2025-03-27
terraced
freehold
51, SPRUCE PARK

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3HJ		£290,000
2025-03-21
terraced
freehold
ORCHARD CROFT

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3QP		£667,500
2025-03-06
detached
freehold
128, BUTT PARKS

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3HA		£227,000
2025-03-03
semidetached
freehold
31, BARN PARK

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3JD		£98,000
2025-02-19
terraced
leasehold
30, TOWN PARK

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3JN		£237,500
2025-01-31
terraced
freehold
34, DEAN STREET

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3EW		£187,500
2025-01-10
terraced
freehold
27, BARN PARK

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3JD		£94,000
2024-12-02
terraced
leasehold
12, TOWN PARK

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3JN		£240,000
2024-11-08
terraced
freehold
2, DEAN STREET

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3EN		£170,000
2024-09-27
terraced
freehold
18, SPRUCE PARK

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3HQ		£270,000
2024-08-02
semidetached
freehold
90, BUTT PARKS

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3HD		£190,000
2024-08-01
terraced
freehold
42, BARNFIELD

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3HS		£200,000
2024-05-15
terraced
freehold
23, PARK STREET

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3EA		£232,500
2024-04-22
semidetached
freehold
28, TOWN PARK

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3JN		£295,000
2024-03-18
semidetached
freehold
8, BUTT PARKS

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3HE		£230,000
2024-03-07
terraced
freehold
12, FULDA CRESCENT

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3DL		£305,000
2024-03-05
detached
freehold
29, BUTT PARKS

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3HF		£200,000
2024-01-31
terraced
freehold
FOUNTAIN COTTAGE, FOUNTAIN COURT

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3AD		£310,000
2024-01-22
detached
freehold
3, HILL BUDGE TERRACE

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3ED		£200,000
2023-12-04
terraced
freehold
SOUTH VIEW, PARK STREET

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3HL		£351,500
2023-11-23
detached
freehold
11, KIRTON DRIVE

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3DW		£126,720
2023-10-11
terraced
leasehold
26, KIRTON DRIVE

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3DW		£72,800
2023-10-11
flatmaisonette
leasehold
6, PARK STREET

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3HL		£215,000
2023-09-12
terraced
freehold
38, BOWDEN HILL

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3EJ		£325,000
2023-09-11
semidetached
freehold
SARUM HOUSE, UNION ROAD

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3AL		£342,000
2023-08-30
detached
freehold
32, DEAN STREET

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3EW		£155,000
2023-08-04
terraced
freehold
124, BUTT PARKS

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3HA		£188,000
2023-07-21
semidetached
freehold
2, BOWDEN HILL

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3EJ		£155,000
2023-06-01
semidetached
freehold
BEARE FARM

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3QP		£867,500
2023-05-16
otherPropertyType
freehold
4, GORDON TERRACE

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3EB		£192,000
2023-05-11
terraced
freehold
48A, SPRUCE PARK

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3HG		£190,000
2023-05-09
terraced
freehold
4, PARK STREET

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3HL		£230,000
2023-05-04
terraced
freehold
37, SPRUCE PARK

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3HG		£205,000
2023-03-17
terraced
freehold
32, BUTT PARKS

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3HE		£251,000
2023-02-21
terraced
freehold
4, BEVIN COURT

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3DR		£135,000
2023-02-06
flatmaisonette
leasehold
24, PARK STREET

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3EA		£198,000
2023-01-10
terraced
freehold
18, FULDA CRESCENT

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3DL		£360,000
2023-01-10
terraced
freehold
BRANKSOME DENE, BRAYS CLOSE

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3HZ		£301,000
2022-12-20
detached
freehold
18, KIRTON DRIVE

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3DW		£124,320
2022-12-16
terraced
leasehold
28, KIRTON DRIVE

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3DW		£82,600
2022-12-16
flatmaisonette
leasehold
23, KIRTON DRIVE

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3DW		£84,000
2022-12-16
flatmaisonette
leasehold
30, KIRTON DRIVE

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3DW		£86,000
2022-12-09
flatmaisonette
leasehold
2, SPRUCE PARK

CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3HQ		£260,000
2022-11-25
semidetached
freehold
UTON BARTON
UTON
CREDITON
DEVON
EX17 3QL		£3,150,000
2022-11-16
otherPropertyType
freehold
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