Area Info for Exminster (Devon)

Exminster, Devon, UK

Exminster is a historic village located in the county of Devon, England. It is situated near the city of Exeter, approximately 3 miles to the south-east. The village is known for its rich history, picturesque surroundings, and proximity to natural and cultural attractions.

History

Exminster has a long history dating back to medieval times. The village's name is believed to derive from the Old English words "Exan" (meaning "fish") and "mynster" (meaning "monastery" or "church"), indicating its historical association with religious establishments. The village has retained many historic buildings, including the parish church of St. Martin's, which dates back to the 13th century.

Geography and Environment

The village is located near the Exe Estuary, an area of outstanding natural beauty and important habitat for birdlife. The surrounding landscape includes farmland, marshlands, and areas designated for conservation. The proximity to the estuary makes Exminster a popular spot for birdwatching and outdoor activities.

Community and Amenities

Exminster has a vibrant community with local amenities including shops, pubs, a primary school, and community facilities. The village hosts various events throughout the year, fostering a strong sense of community among residents and visitors.

Transport

The village is well-connected by road, with easy access to Exeter via the A379 and other local routes. Public transport options include bus services that link Exminster to Exeter and surrounding areas. The nearby Exeter St Davids railway station provides further connectivity for longer journeys.

Tourist Attractions and Activities

Visitors to Exminster can enjoy exploring the historic church, walking along the estuary, and visiting nearby natural reserves. The village's location makes it an ideal base for exploring the wider Devon region, including Dartmoor National Park, the Jurassic Coast, and other cultural sites.
Education
School
Exminster Community Primary0.23 miles
Exminster, Exeter, Devon, EX6 8AJ
The New School0.32 miles
The Avenue, Exminster, Exeter, Devon, EX6 8AT
Countess Wear Community School0.98 miles
Glasshouse Lane, Countess Wear, Exeter, Devon, EX2 7BS
The Topsham School1.08 miles
Orchard Way, Topsham, Exeter, Devon, EX3 0DN
Wesc Foundation School1.42 miles
Countess Wear, Exeter, Devon, EX2 6HA
Southbrook School1.68 miles
Bishop Westall Road, Topsham Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 6JB
Isca1.91 miles
Earl Richards Road South, Exeter, Devon, EX2 6AP
Wynstream School2.05 miles
Burnthouse Lane, Exeter, Devon, EX2 6AY
Chestnut Nursery2.14 miles
Magnolia Avenue, Exeter, Devon, EX2 6DJ
Clyst Heath Nursery and Community Primary School2.18 miles
Royal Crescent, Clyst Heath, Exeter, Devon, EX2 7QT
Kenn Church of England Primary School2.19 miles
Kennford, Exeter, Devon, EX6 7TX
Woodwater Academy2.31 miles
Woodwater Lane, Exeter, Devon, EX2 5AW
Alphington Primary School2.36 miles
Wheatsheaf Way, Alphington, Exeter, Devon, EX2 8RQ
Lady Seaward's Church of England Primary School2.37 miles
Clyst St George, Exeter, Devon, EX3 0RE
Devon Hospitals' Short Stay School2.44 miles
"The School Room, Bramble Ward", Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital, Barrack Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 5DW
SchoolsCompany Central Devon Academy2.53 miles
Falcon Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 7LB
Health
Clinic
The Limes Surgery0.23 miles
Church Stile, Exminster, Exeter, Devon, EX6 8DF
Exeter Mobility Centre2.43 miles
Wonford Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4DU
Chime Social Enterprise - Royal Devon And Exeter Hospital (Wonford)2.44 miles
Barrack Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 5DW
Mardon Neuro-Rehabilitation Centre2.52 miles
Mardon House, Wonford Road, Exeter, EX2 4UD
Trust Hq2.89 miles
Unit 3/4, Abbey Court, Eagle Way, Sowton Industrial Estate, Exeter, Devon, EX2 7HY
Penhayes Hospital3.14 miles
Kenton, Exeter, Devon, EX6 8JB
Amplifon Hearing Specialists (Exeter)3.23 miles
88 Fore Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3HX
West Exe Children's Centre3.24 miles
Cowick Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 1HL
Specsavers Hearcare - Devon - Exeter3.34 miles
Unit 4, 247-248 High Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3PZ
Exeter (Sidwell St) Nhs Walk In Centre3.35 miles
31 Sidwell Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 6NN
Exeter (Sidwell Street) Nhs Walk-In Centre3.35 miles
Unit 4, 31 Sidwell Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 6NN
Exeter Medical Ltd Site3.35 miles
Silverdown Office Park, Admiral House, Grenadier Road, Exeter, Devon, EX1 3QF
Meadow House3.73 miles
17-18 Howell Road, Exeter, Devon, EX4 4LG
Woodbury Surgery4.12 miles
The Surgery, Fulford Way, Woodbury, Exeter, Devon, EX5 1NZ
Daat Exeter Airport4.75 miles
Air Support Base, Exeter Airport, Clyst Honiton, Exeter, Devon, EX5 2BD
Specsavers Hearcare - Devon - Exmouth5.56 miles
8 Exeter Road, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 1PL
GP
The Westbank Practice, Exminster0.23 miles
The Limes Surgery, Church Stile, Exminster, Exeter, EX6 8DF
GLASSHOUSE LANE MEDICAL CENTRE0.96 miles
Glasshouse Lane, Countess Wear, Exeter, Devon, EX2 7BT
TOPSHAM SURGERY1.37 miles
Holman Way, Topsham, Exeter, Devon, EX3 0EN
Ide Lane Surgery. Exeter2.17 miles
Ide Lane, Alphington, Exeter, Devon, EX2 8UP
WONFORD GREEN SURGERY2.18 miles
Burnthouse Lane, Exeter, Devon, EX2 6NF
Royal School For The Deaf2.67 miles
50, Topsham Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4NF
Isca Medical Practice2.79 miles
6 Homefield Road, Exeter, Devon, EX1 2QS
The Heavitree Practice2.87 miles
Heavitree Health Centre, South Lawn Terrace, Exeter, Devon, EX1 2RX
The South Lawn Medical Practice2.87 miles
South Lawn Terrace, Heavitree, Exeter, Devon, EX1 2RX
Hill Barton Surgery2.87 miles
1 Lower Hill Barton Road, Exeter, Devon, EX1 3EN
BARNFIELD HILL SURGERY3.07 miles
12 Barnfield Hill, St Leonards, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1SR
Southernhay House Surgery 3.07 miles
30 Barnfield Road, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1RX
St. Leonard`s Practice3.13 miles
Athelstan Road, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1SB
St Thomas Medical Group 3.17 miles
The Health Centre, Cowick Street, St Thomas, Exeter, Devon, EX4 1HJ
Isca Medical Practice3.24 miles
38 Polsloe Road, Exeter, Devon, EX1 2DW
Whipton Branch Surgery3.46 miles
10 Whipton Village Road, Exeter, Devon, EX4 8AR
Hospital
Wonford House Hospital2.35 miles
Dryden Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 5AF
Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford)2.44 miles
Barrack Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 5DW
Nuffield Health, Exeter Hospital2.47 miles
Wonford Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4UG
Heavitree Hospital3.04 miles
Gladstone Road, Exeter, Devon, EX1 2ED
Franklyn Community Hospital3.21 miles
Franklyn Drive, Exeter, Devon, EX2 9HS
Exeter Community Hospital3.38 miles
Hospital Lane, Whipton, Exeter, Devon, EX1 3RB
Exmouth Hospital5.87 miles
Claremont Grove, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 2JN
Dawlish Community Hospital7.09 miles
Barton Terrace, Dawlish, Devon, EX7 9DH
Budleigh Salterton Hospital8.35 miles
East Budleigh Road, Budleigh Salterton, EX9 6HF
Teignmouth Community Hospital9.30 miles
Mill Lane, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 9BQ
Bovey Tracey Community Hospital9.92 miles
Furzleigh Lane, Bovey Tracey, Devon, TQ13 9HJ
Ottery St Mary Hospital9.99 miles
Keegan Close, Ottery St Mary, Devon, EX11 1DN
Crediton Hospital10.90 miles
Western Road, Crediton, Devon, EX17 3NH
Sidmouth Hospital11.14 miles
All Saints Road, Sidmouth, Devon, EX10 8EN
Newton Abbot Community Hospital11.18 miles
West Golds Road, Jetty Marsh, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 2TS
Moretonhampstead Hospital12.03 miles
Ford Street, Moretonhampstead, Devon, TQ13 8LN
Pharmacy
Exminster Pharmacy0.23 miles
The Limes Surgery, Church Stile, Exminster, Devon, EX6 8DF
Countess Wear Pharmacy0.96 miles
Glasshouse Medical Centre, Glasshouse Lane, Countess Wear, Exeter, Devon, EX2 7BT
Fore Street Pharmacy1.20 miles
3 Fore Street, Topsham, Exeter, EX3 0HF
Topsham Pharmacy1.23 miles
18 Fore Street, Topsham, Exeter, Devon, EX3 0HE
Tesco Stores Limited1.87 miles
Exeter Vale Shopping Ctr, Russell Way, Exeter, Devon, EX2 7EZ
Alphington Pharmacy2.17 miles
25 Ide Lane, Alphington, Exeter, EX2 8UP
The Co-Operative Pharmacy2.18 miles
Lidl, Burnthouse Lane, Wonford, Exeter, EX2 6NF
Sainsburys Pharmacy2.50 miles
Alphington Cross Store, Alphington Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 8NH
Lloydspharmacy2.75 miles
59 Fore Street, Heavitree, Exeter, EX1 2RJ
Lloydspharmacy2.87 miles
Heavitree Health Centre, South Lawn Terrace, Heavitree, Exeter, Devon, EX1 2RX
Lloydspharmacy2.93 miles
71 Magdalen Road, Exeter,, EX2 4TA
Boots3.08 miles
Unit 1 The Exebridge Centre, Alphington Street, Exeter, EX4 1AH
St Leonards Pharmacy3.13 miles
St Leonards Medical Ctr., Athelstan Road, Exeter, EX1 1SB
Luxtons The Pharmacy3.18 miles
67 Cowick Street, St Thomas, Exeter, EX4 1HW
Boots3.18 miles
70 Cowick Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 1HW
Boots3.34 miles
251 High Street, Exeter, EX4 3QD
Leisure
Park
POWDERHAM CASTLE (Grade II* Listed)2.73 miles
ST BARTHOLOMEW'S CEMETERY, EXETER (Grade II* Listed)3.36 miles
NORTHERNHAY AND ROUGEMONT GARDENS (Grade II Listed)3.43 miles
OXTON HOUSE (Grade II Listed)3.69 miles
BARLEY VALLEY3.90 miles
MAMHEAD PARK (Grade II* Listed)4.35 miles
BELVIDERE MEADOWS4.44 miles
A LA RONDE, AND THE POINT-IN-VIEW (Grade II Listed)4.72 miles
EXMOUTH5.13 miles
DAWLISH WARREN5.96 miles
THE MAER6.32 miles
ROCKBEARE MANOR (Grade II Listed)6.33 miles
STONELANDS HOUSE (Grade II Listed)6.94 miles
LUSCOMBE CASTLE (Grade I Listed)6.98 miles
UGBROOKE PARK (Grade II* Listed)7.58 miles
KILLERTON HOUSE (Grade II* Listed)7.75 miles
Shop
Groceries
Tesco Exeter (Express)0.27 miles
Main Rd, Exminster, Exeter, Devon, EX6 8DB
ALDI Exeter Road0.84 miles
Topsham, EX2 7DT
Topsham Stores1.14 miles
37 High Street, Topsham Devon EX3 0DU
Londis Mortimores1.17 miles
9 High Street, Topsham, EX3 0EA
Co-op Exeter1.22 miles
Topsham, EX3 0HF
Tesco Exeter (Extra)1.86 miles
Exeter Vale Shopping Centre, Russell Way, Exeter, Devon, EX2 7EZ
Costcutter Exeter2.07 miles
81 Burnthouse Lane, Exeter, Devon, EX2 6AU
Kennford Stores2.12 miles
Kennford, Exeter, Devon, EX6 7TB
Lidl Alphington2.14 miles
Powlesland Road, Off Alphington Rd, Exeter, EX2 8TT
Lidl Exeter-Wonford2.18 miles
Burnthouse Lane, Exeter, EX2 6NF
SPAR Alphington2.24 miles
Spar, 30 Myrtle Close, Devon, EX2 8UX
SPAR Exmouth Road2.26 miles
Redland Service Station, Exmouth Road, Devon, EX5 1AR
Londis Exton Service Station2.41 miles
Exmouth Road, Exeter, EX3 0PQ
Sainsbury's Alphington Rd2.52 miles
Alphington Road, Exeter, EX2 8NH
SPAR Alphington Road2.59 miles
Spar, Alphington Road, Devon, EX2 8NA
M&S Exeter M5 Moto Simply Food2.70 miles
M5 Motorway Sandygate, Exeter, EX2 7HF
Transport
Airport
Exeter International Airport4.90 miles
Plymouth City Airport32.59 miles
Cardiff International Airport49.92 miles
Bus Stop
Stowey Arms (SE)0.22 miles
Milbury Farm (N)0.23 miles
Milbury Farm (S)0.24 miles
Victory Hall (S)0.27 miles
Brownlees (NW)0.28 miles
Victory Hall (N)0.29 miles
Pridhams Way (SE)0.30 miles
Pridhams Way (NW)0.31 miles
Miller Way (SW)0.38 miles
M5 Bridge (S)0.38 miles
M5 Bridge (N)0.39 miles
Miller Way (NE)0.39 miles
Devington Park (S)0.41 miles
Devington Park (N)0.41 miles
Royal Oak (E)0.52 miles
Royal Oak (W)0.52 miles
Ferry Port
Topsham Lock Ferry Landing1.03 miles
Topsham Ferry Landing1.12 miles
Topsham (Turf Lock Ferry) Ferry Landing1.20 miles
Turf Lock Inn Ferry Landing1.78 miles
Starcross Ferry Landing4.38 miles
Exmouth Ferry Landing5.44 miles
Teignmouth Ferry Landing9.71 miles
Shaldon Teignmouth Ferry Landing9.84 miles
Torquay - North Quay15.43 miles
Torquay Harbour Boarding Pontoon15.51 miles
Totnes Ferry Landing19.44 miles
Brixham Harbour Boarding Stage19.69 miles
Brixham Ferry Landing19.71 miles
Greenway House Ferry Landing21.19 miles
Dittisham Ferry Landing21.22 miles
Kingswear Hoodown Ferry Terminal22.57 miles
Railway Station
Topsham Rail Station1.29 miles
Newcourt Rail Station1.80 miles
Digby & Sowton Rail Station2.34 miles
Exton Rail Station2.37 miles
Lympstone Commando Rail Station2.69 miles
Exeter St Thomas Rail Station3.12 miles
Polsloe Bridge Rail Station3.39 miles
Exeter Central Rail Station3.51 miles
St James Park (Devon) Rail Station3.59 miles
Lympstone Village Rail Station3.61 miles
Exeter St Davids Rail Station3.90 miles
Pinhoe Rail Station3.96 miles
Starcross Rail Station4.27 miles
Exmouth Rail Station5.43 miles
Cranbrook Rail Station5.66 miles
Dawlish Warren Rail Station6.18 miles
Crime
Flood Data
Flood Risk Per Year (EX6 8B*)
Number of Properties in Catchment155
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
9, MINSTER ROAD
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8BH		£353,000
2025-05-23
detached
freehold
34, JUPES CLOSE
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8BN		£360,000
2025-05-23
terraced
freehold
8, RIVIERA TERRACE
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8DS		£285,000
2025-05-02
terraced
freehold
63, OLD QUARRY DRIVE
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8FJ		£190,000
2025-04-17
terraced
freehold
KENIVORE
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8AT		£415,000
2025-04-16
detached
freehold
53, JUPES CLOSE
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8BP		£415,000
2025-04-14
detached
freehold
10, PRIDHAMS WAY
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8TA		£518,000
2025-04-14
detached
freehold
20, CROCKWELLS ROAD
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8DQ		£345,000
2025-04-08
detached
freehold
1, KNIGHTHAYES WALK
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8TU		£315,000
2025-03-31
terraced
leasehold
28, EXE VIEW
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8AL		£290,000
2025-03-31
terraced
freehold
MANSION HOUSE (2), DEVINGTON PARK
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8UJ		£280,000
2025-03-28
flatmaisonette
leasehold
6, PRIDHAMS WAY
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8TA		£462,500
2025-03-28
detached
freehold
REEDS COTTAGES (5A), DAYS POTTLES LANE
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8AX		£205,000
2025-03-27
terraced
freehold
MILBURY END, MILBURY LANE
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8AE		£550,000
2025-03-27
detached
freehold
11, GISSONS
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8AH		£236,000
2024-11-27
terraced
freehold
21, THE BUNTINGS
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8SL		£330,000
2025-03-21
terraced
freehold
36, CROCKWELLS ROAD
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8DQ		£370,000
2025-03-14
semidetached
freehold
1, TOWSINGTON COURT
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8AY		£388,000
2025-03-14
terraced
freehold
23, PRIDHAMS WAY
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8TA		£375,000
2025-02-27
terraced
freehold
46, MILBURY FARM MEADOW
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8FG		£370,000
2025-02-21
detached
freehold
MARSHVIEW COTTAGE
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8AT		£397,500
2025-02-19
detached
freehold
9, RIVERVIEW TERRACE
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8DU		£372,000
2025-02-18
terraced
freehold
2, RIVERVIEW TERRACE
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8DU		£250,000
2025-02-07
semidetached
freehold
42, MILLER WAY
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8TH		£290,000
2025-01-31
semidetached
freehold
23, GLEBELANDS
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8AR		£360,000
2025-01-27
detached
freehold
25, MILBURY FARM MEADOW
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8FF		£390,000
2025-01-24
terraced
freehold
8, MILLER WAY
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8TH		£662,000
2024-11-08
detached
freehold
7, BROWNLEES
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8SW		£289,000
2024-10-30
semidetached
freehold
167, OLD QUARRY DRIVE
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8FJ		£290,000
2024-12-20
terraced
freehold
3, LIME GROVE
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8TB		£450,000
2024-12-10
detached
freehold
17, MILLER WAY
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8TH		£530,000
2024-12-02
detached
freehold
10, CROCKWELLS CLOSE
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8DL		£445,000
2024-12-02
semidetached
freehold
9, JUPES CLOSE
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8BP		£312,000
2024-11-29
semidetached
freehold
41, OLD QUARRY DRIVE
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8FJ		£205,000
2024-11-29
flatmaisonette
freehold
94, OLD QUARRY DRIVE
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8FE		£215,000
2024-11-27
flatmaisonette
freehold
LES JOURS, DAYS POTTLES LANE
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8AU		£455,150
2024-11-08
detached
freehold
3, ROUGEMONT COURT
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8TQ		£415,000
2024-11-01
terraced
freehold
2, REEDS COTTAGES
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8AX		£305,000
2024-08-02
terraced
freehold
7, BUCKLAND WALK
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8TS		£240,000
2024-07-22
flatmaisonette
leasehold
7, OAK CLOSE
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8ST		£250,000
2024-05-03
terraced
freehold
15, HOLLEY CLOSE
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8SS		£145,000
2024-11-29
semidetached
freehold
103, OLD QUARRY DRIVE
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8FJ		£86,000
2024-10-24
flatmaisonette
leasehold
9, POWDERHAM WALK
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8TW		£288,000
2024-10-24
flatmaisonette
leasehold
5, WOODBURY WALK
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8TR		£265,000
2024-10-11
flatmaisonette
leasehold
3, CHURCH STILE
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8DF		£382,000
2024-10-11
terraced
freehold
76, MILLER WAY
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8TH		£315,000
2024-10-04
semidetached
freehold
3, CROCKWELLS CLOSE
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8DL		£420,000
2024-10-01
detached
freehold
22, THE BUNTINGS
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8SL		£230,000
2024-09-27
flatmaisonette
leasehold
24, REDDAWAY DRIVE
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8SY		£404,750
2024-09-20
semidetached
freehold
20, TOWNFIELD
EXMINSTER
EXETER
DEVON
EX6 8AW		£355,000
2024-09-09
semidetached
freehold
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