Area Info for Exmouth (Devon)

Overview of Exmouth, Devon

Exmouth is a seaside town located in Devon, South West England. It is situated on the eastern side of the mouth of the River Exe, offering stunning views of the estuary and the English Channel. The town is known for its sandy beaches, vibrant marina, and scenic coastal walks, making it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

History

Exmouth has a rich history dating back to the 13th century, originally serving as a small fishing village. Its strategic location made it significant during various historical periods, including the Napoleonic Wars when it was fortified to defend against potential invasions. The town developed further in the 19th century with the advent of tourism and the expansion of the railway network, which improved accessibility.

Geography and Climate

The town is characterised by its extensive sandy beaches and rugged coastline. The climate is maritime, with mild winters and cool summers, influenced by its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. The area benefits from a generally temperate climate, making it suitable for outdoor activities year-round.

Attractions and Activities

Exmouth offers a variety of attractions including the Exmouth Pavilion, a popular venue for entertainment, and the Exmouth Marina, which provides opportunities for sailing, fishing, and boat trips. The town is also close to the Exe Estuary Nature Reserve, a protected area for birdwatching and wildlife observation. Coastal walks along the South West Coast Path and water sports such as surfing and kayaking are widely enjoyed.

Transport

Exmouth is accessible via the A376 road and has a railway station connecting it to Exeter and other parts of Devon. The town's transport links make it convenient for visitors to explore the surrounding region.

Community and Economy

The local economy is largely driven by tourism, retail, and maritime activities. The community hosts various events throughout the year, including festivals and markets, which celebrate its maritime heritage and local culture.
Education
School
Marpool Primary School0.00 miles
Moorfield Road, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 3QW
Withycombe Raleigh Church of England Primary School0.15 miles
Withycombe Village Road, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 3BA
Exmouth Community College0.45 miles
Gipsy Lane, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 3AF
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Exmouth0.63 miles
Regents Gate, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 1TA
Bassetts Farm Primary School0.65 miles
St John`s Road, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 4GB
Brixington Primary School0.70 miles
Brixington Lane, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 4JQ
Exeter Road Community Primary School0.78 miles
Exeter Road, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 1PU
Littleham Church of England Primary School0.89 miles
Littledown Close, Littleham, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 2QY
The Beacon CofE (VA) Primary School1.02 miles
1 Beacon Place, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 2SR
St Peter's School1.80 miles
Harefield, Lympstone, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 5AU
Lympstone Church of England Primary School2.03 miles
School Hill, Lympstone, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 5JY
Starcross Primary School2.38 miles
New Road, Exeter, Devon, EX6 8QD
Cockwood Primary School2.57 miles
Cofton Hill, Cockwood, Exeter, Devon, EX6 8RB
St Peter's Church of England Primary School2.80 miles
Moor Lane, Budleigh Salterton, Devon, EX9 6QF
Woodbury Church of England Primary School3.36 miles
Castle Lane, Woodbury, Exeter, Devon, EX5 1EA
Kenton Primary School3.53 miles
Mamhead Road, Kenton, Exeter, Devon, EX6 8LX
Health
Clinic
Chime Social Enterprise - Exmouth Hospital Annexe0.57 miles
Claremont Grove, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 2JN
Specsavers Hearcare - Devon - Exmouth0.84 miles
8 Exeter Road, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 1PL
Woodbury Surgery3.18 miles
The Surgery, Fulford Way, Woodbury, Exeter, Devon, EX5 1NZ
Penhayes Hospital3.25 miles
Kenton, Exeter, Devon, EX6 8JB
Avon House3.72 miles
Langdon Hospital, Dawlish, Devon, EX7 0NR
The Limes Surgery5.54 miles
Church Stile, Exminster, Exeter, Devon, EX6 8DF
Trust Hq7.04 miles
Unit 3/4, Abbey Court, Eagle Way, Sowton Industrial Estate, Exeter, Devon, EX2 7HY
Specsavers Hearcare - Devon - Teignmouth7.18 miles
4 Bank Street, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 8AL
Daat Exeter Airport7.19 miles
Air Support Base, Exeter Airport, Clyst Honiton, Exeter, Devon, EX5 2BD
Exeter Medical Ltd Site7.63 miles
Silverdown Office Park, Admiral House, Grenadier Road, Exeter, Devon, EX1 3QF
Chime Social Enterprise - Royal Devon And Exeter Hospital (Wonford)7.81 miles
Barrack Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 5DW
Exeter Mobility Centre7.90 miles
Wonford Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4DU
Mardon Neuro-Rehabilitation Centre7.99 miles
Mardon House, Wonford Road, Exeter, EX2 4UD
Specsavers Hearcare - Devon - Sidmouth8.23 miles
Stowford Community Centre, Chambers Close, Sidmouth, Devon, EX10 9YL
James House8.75 miles
Little Hill, Exeter Road, Chudleigh, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ13 0DD
Amplifon Hearing Specialists (Exeter)8.83 miles
88 Fore Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3HX
GP
Rolle Medical Partnership0.53 miles
Exmouth Health Centre, Claremont Grove, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 2JF
Claremont Medical Practice0.53 miles
Exmouth Health Centre, Claremont Grove, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 2JF
Treetops Surgery0.61 miles
Prince of Wales Drive, Exmouth, EX8 4SW
Raleigh Surgery0.86 miles
33 Pines Road, Brixington, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 5NH
Haldon House Surgery1.05 miles
37-41 Imperial Road, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 1DQ
Imperial Surgery1.05 miles
45-49 Imperial Road, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 1DQ
Underhill Surgery1.97 miles
Lympstone, Lympstone, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 5HH
The Westbank Practice, Starcross2.27 miles
Westbank Practice, The Surgery, Church Street, Starcross, EX6 8PZ
The Warren Surgery2.96 miles
Warren Road, Dawlish Warren, Devon, EX7 0PQ
Budleigh Salterton Medical Centre3.00 miles
1 The Lawn, Budleigh Salterton, Devon, EX9 6LS
Woodbury Surgery3.18 miles
Fulford Way, Woodbury, Devon, EX5 1NZ
The Barton Surgery4.77 miles
Barton Terrace, Dawlish, Devon, EX7 9QH
TOPSHAM SURGERY4.82 miles
Holman Way, Topsham, Exeter, Devon, EX3 0EN
The Westbank Practice, Exminster5.54 miles
The Limes Surgery, Church Stile, Exminster, Exeter, EX6 8DF
GLASSHOUSE LANE MEDICAL CENTRE6.28 miles
Glasshouse Lane, Countess Wear, Exeter, Devon, EX2 7BT
Coleridge Medical Centre Newton Poppleford Branch Surgery6.56 miles
Roberts Way, Newton Poppleford, Devon, EX10 0SP
Hospital
Exmouth Hospital0.57 miles
Claremont Grove, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 2JN
Budleigh Salterton Hospital3.32 miles
East Budleigh Road, Budleigh Salterton, EX9 6HF
Dawlish Community Hospital4.76 miles
Barton Terrace, Dawlish, Devon, EX7 9DH
Teignmouth Community Hospital7.47 miles
Mill Lane, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 9BQ
Wonford House Hospital7.72 miles
Dryden Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 5AF
Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford)7.81 miles
Barrack Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 5DW
Sidmouth Hospital7.82 miles
All Saints Road, Sidmouth, Devon, EX10 8EN
Nuffield Health, Exeter Hospital7.91 miles
Wonford Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4UG
Exeter Community Hospital8.09 miles
Hospital Lane, Whipton, Exeter, Devon, EX1 3RB
Heavitree Hospital8.42 miles
Gladstone Road, Exeter, Devon, EX1 2ED
Franklyn Community Hospital8.89 miles
Franklyn Drive, Exeter, Devon, EX2 9HS
Ottery St Mary Hospital9.59 miles
Keegan Close, Ottery St Mary, Devon, EX11 1DN
Newton Abbot Community Hospital11.29 miles
West Golds Road, Jetty Marsh, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 2TS
Torbay Hospital12.22 miles
Lowes Bridge, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 7AA
Mount Stuart Hospital12.35 miles
St. Vincents Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 4UP
Bovey Tracey Community Hospital12.46 miles
Furzleigh Lane, Bovey Tracey, Devon, TQ13 9HJ
Pharmacy
Smith Jr & Al0.21 miles
120 Withycombe Village Rd, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 3AN
Tesco Stores Limited0.45 miles
Tesco Pharmacy, Salterton Road, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 2TS
Clarepharm Ltd0.58 miles
Claremont Grove, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 2JW
Jhoots Pharmacy0.71 miles
65 Exeter Road, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 1QD
Lewis Pharmacy0.76 miles
70-72 Exeter Road, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 1PY
Pines Pharmacy0.86 miles
39 Pines Rd, Marley Gardens, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 5NH
Boots0.90 miles
Magnolia Centre, 21 Chaple Street, Exmouth, EX8 1HW
White's Pharmacy0.95 miles
17 Rolle Street, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 1HA
Rowlands Pharmacy1.01 miles
25-27 Imperial Road, Exmouth,, EX8 1DB
Boots2.30 miles
The Strand, Starcross, Exeter, Devon, EX6 8PA
Dawlish Warren Pharmacy2.97 miles
Welcome Family Park, Dawlish Warren Road, Dawlish Warren, Devon, EX7 0PH
Lloydspharmacy3.06 miles
27 High Street, Budleigh Salterton, Devon, EX9 6LD
Lloydspharmacy3.07 miles
38 High Street, Budleigh Salterton, Devon, EX9 6LQ
Your Local Boots Pharmacy4.52 miles
21 The Strand, Dawlish, EX7 9PS
Lloydspharmacy4.77 miles
The Barton Surgery, Barton Terrace, Dawlish, Devon, EX7 9QH
Topsham Pharmacy4.87 miles
18 Fore Street, Topsham, Exeter, Devon, EX3 0HE
Leisure
Park
A LA RONDE, AND THE POINT-IN-VIEW (Grade II Listed)1.05 miles
THE MAER1.13 miles
EXMOUTH1.59 miles
EAST DEVON2.11 miles
DAWLISH WARREN2.44 miles
POWDERHAM CASTLE (Grade II* Listed)3.33 miles
BICTON (Grade I Listed)4.16 miles
MAMHEAD PARK (Grade II* Listed)4.98 miles
STONELANDS HOUSE (Grade II Listed)5.03 miles
OXTON HOUSE (Grade II Listed)5.20 miles
LUSCOMBE CASTLE (Grade I Listed)5.51 miles
COOMBE VALLEY6.96 miles
CONNAUGHT GARDENS (Grade II Listed)7.34 miles
ROCKBEARE MANOR (Grade II Listed)7.59 miles
FIRE BEACON HILL8.27 miles
LINDRIDGE (Grade II Listed)8.74 miles
Shop
Groceries
Co-op Exmouth0.42 miles
Littleham Cross, EX8 2QG
Tesco Exmouth (Superstore)0.46 miles
Salterton Rd, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 2TS
Co-op Exmouth0.63 miles
Exmouth Brixington Parade, EX8 4JS
Co-op Exmouth0.66 miles
Exeter Road, Exmouth, EX8 3EA
Tesco Exmouth (Express)0.66 miles
Churchill Rd, Brixington, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 4JJ
Londis Shell Exmouth Service Station0.67 miles
223 Exeter Road, Exmouth, EX8 3DZ
Lidl Exmouth0.67 miles
Dinan Way, Exmouth, EX8 4FG
Co-op Exmouth0.71 miles
Exmouth, EX8 1QD
Iceland Exmouth0.90 miles
37 The Parade, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 1RH
Londis Rivermead Post Office & Stores0.92 miles
23-25 Rivermead Avenue, Exmouth, EX8 3BH
Co-op Exmouth0.93 miles
Magnolia Walk, Exmouth, EX8 1HB
Tesco Devon (Express)0.97 miles
4-6 Rolle St, Exmouth, Devon, Devon, EX8 1HE
Budgens Exmouth1.14 miles
Unit 1-3 Ocean Blue, The Esplanade, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 2AZ
SPAR Starcross2.24 miles
Spar, The Strand, Devon, EX6 8PS
Costcutter Devon2.46 miles
Rm Lympstone, Devon, EX8 5RA
Londis Hazelwood Park3.00 miles
Warren Road, Warren, EX7 0PF
Transport
Airport
Exeter International Airport7.22 miles
Plymouth City Airport34.53 miles
Cardiff International Airport53.28 miles
Bus Stop
Green Close (E)0.02 miles
Green Close (W)0.03 miles
Country House (E)0.14 miles
Country House (W)0.14 miles
Brooklands Road (SE)0.14 miles
Brooklands Road (NW)0.14 miles
Kay Close (W)0.15 miles
Kay Close (E)0.15 miles
Bradham Lane (SE)0.16 miles
Pound Lane (NW)0.16 miles
Bradham Court (NW)0.16 miles
Pound Lane (SE)0.17 miles
Bradham Court (SE)0.17 miles
Bradham Lane (W)0.17 miles
Forton Road (NE)0.22 miles
Burnside (NE)0.23 miles
Ferry Port
Exmouth Ferry Landing1.44 miles
Starcross Ferry Landing2.16 miles
Turf Lock Inn Ferry Landing3.91 miles
Topsham (Turf Lock Ferry) Ferry Landing4.81 miles
Topsham Lock Ferry Landing4.94 miles
Topsham Ferry Landing4.96 miles
Teignmouth Ferry Landing7.47 miles
Shaldon Teignmouth Ferry Landing7.68 miles
Torquay - North Quay12.94 miles
Torquay Harbour Boarding Pontoon12.99 miles
Brixham Harbour Boarding Stage16.70 miles
Brixham Ferry Landing16.74 miles
Totnes Ferry Landing18.68 miles
Greenway House Ferry Landing19.03 miles
Dittisham Ferry Landing19.11 miles
Kingswear Hoodown Ferry Terminal20.11 miles
Railway Station
Exmouth Rail Station0.94 miles
Lympstone Village Rail Station2.07 miles
Starcross Rail Station2.26 miles
Dawlish Warren Rail Station2.91 miles
Lympstone Commando Rail Station3.07 miles
Exton Rail Station3.48 miles
Dawlish Rail Station4.44 miles
Topsham Rail Station5.01 miles
Newcourt Rail Station6.29 miles
Digby & Sowton Rail Station6.84 miles
Teignmouth Rail Station7.02 miles
Pinhoe Rail Station8.23 miles
Cranbrook Rail Station8.50 miles
Polsloe Bridge Rail Station8.50 miles
Exeter St Thomas Rail Station8.77 miles
St James Park (Devon) Rail Station9.00 miles
Crime
Flood Data
Flood Risk Per Year (EX8 3Q*)
Number of Properties in Catchment290
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
1, MADAGASCAR CLOSE

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 4BJ		£260,000
2025-06-16
terraced
freehold
52, LITTLEHAM ROAD

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2QJ		£292,500
2025-06-13
semidetached
freehold
73, NELSON DRIVE

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2PS		£273,000
2025-06-06
terraced
freehold
1, CHAPMAN ROAD

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2FJ		£502,000
2025-05-27
detached
freehold
10, MIDWAY

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2PG		£246,850
2025-05-02
semidetached
freehold
1, GORFIN CLOSE

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 4SB		£270,000
2025-05-02
terraced
freehold
3A, CAPEL LANE

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2QZ		£420,000
2025-03-31
semidetached
freehold
98, DOUGLAS AVENUE

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2HG		£565,000
2025-03-28
otherPropertyType
freehold
92, SALTERTON ROAD

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2NP		£575,000
2024-12-03
detached
freehold
47, CRANFORD AVENUE

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2QF		£542,000
2024-11-29
terraced
freehold
45, PARK DRIVE

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2FQ		£340,000
2024-11-29
semidetached
freehold
34, PARK DRIVE

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2FQ		£305,000
2024-10-18
flatmaisonette (New)
leasehold
73, PARK DRIVE

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2FQ		£372,500
2024-10-16
semidetached
freehold
3, ELM LANE

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2RR		£395,000
2025-02-19
detached
freehold
11, BARNFIELD AVENUE

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2QE		£618,000
2025-02-18
detached
freehold
64A, MASEY ROAD

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 4AR		£355,000
2025-02-18
semidetached
freehold
46, MASEY ROAD

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 4AR		£430,000
2025-02-14
detached
freehold
14, BUCKINGHAM CLOSE

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2JB		£505,000
2025-02-11
detached
freehold
PINCOMBE COURT (18), BUCKINGHAM CLOSE

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2JB		£320,000
2025-02-11
flatmaisonette
leasehold
3, TAYLOR CRESCENT

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2FT		£595,000
2025-01-31
detached
freehold
PINCOMBE COURT (3), BUCKINGHAM CLOSE

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2JB		£375,000
2025-01-28
flatmaisonette
leasehold
90, FOXHOLES HILL

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2DH		£845,000
2025-01-09
detached
freehold
18, CAROLINE CLOSE

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 4AZ		£350,000
2024-11-28
semidetached
freehold
ORCOMBE COURT (FLAT 31), LITTLEHAM ROAD

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2ET		£94,000
2024-12-19
flatmaisonette
leasehold
8, WADE CLOSE

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 4RX		£219,950
2024-12-17
terraced
freehold
46, CAPEL LANE

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2PW		£413,000
2024-12-09
detached
freehold
18, PARLOUR MEADOW

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2GB		£448,000
2024-12-06
detached
freehold
22, PARLOUR MEADOW

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2GB		£438,000
2024-12-04
detached
freehold
9, SALTERTON COURT

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2TH		£325,000
2024-11-26
semidetached
freehold
29, ST MARGARETS VIEW

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 5BJ		£175,000
2024-07-16
detached
freehold
30, HOLLAND ROAD

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 4BA		£305,000
2024-07-12
semidetached
leasehold
89, PARK DRIVE

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2FQ		£450,000
2024-04-29
semidetached
freehold
35, DRAKES AVENUE

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 4AD		£450,000
2024-11-13
detached
freehold
15, SENATE WAY

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 4SF		£220,000
2024-11-08
terraced
freehold
52, MASEY ROAD

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 4AR		£310,000
2024-10-24
semidetached
freehold
14, BARNFIELD AVENUE

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2QE		£700,000
2024-10-23
detached
freehold
28, FOXHOLES HILL

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2DQ		£650,000
2024-10-14
detached
freehold
74, MIDWAY

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2PH		£308,000
2024-10-11
semidetached
freehold
49, CRANFORD AVENUE

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2QF		£610,000
2024-09-20
terraced
freehold
37, ENGINEERS WAY

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2FZ		£296,500
2024-09-18
semidetached
freehold
46, LITTLEHAM ROAD

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2QJ		£300,000
2024-09-17
semidetached
freehold
25, PARK DRIVE

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2FQ		£320,000
2024-09-13
semidetached
freehold
10, THE BROADWAY

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2NW		£635,000
2024-09-12
semidetached
freehold
THE OAKS, 34B (4), CRANFORD AVENUE

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2QA		£545,000
2024-08-29
flatmaisonette
leasehold
PEGASUS COURT, 88 (26), SALTERTON ROAD

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2NN		£140,000
2024-08-06
flatmaisonette
leasehold
69, FOXHOLES HILL

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2DH		£874,007
2024-07-26
detached
freehold
5, CAROLINE CLOSE

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 4AZ		£417,000
2024-07-19
semidetached
freehold
12, MEAD COTTAGES

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2RJ		£300,000
2024-07-05
terraced
freehold
58, CAPEL LANE

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 2PN		£450,000
2024-06-21
detached
freehold
28, ST MARGARETS VIEW

EXMOUTH
DEVON
EX8 5BJ		£350,000
2024-06-20
detached
freehold
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