About Abbey

Abbey is a small settlement located in the county of Devon, in the south-west of England. It lies within the EX15 postcode area, which covers parts of the rural landscape between the towns of Tiverton and Cullompton. The area is characterised by open countryside, with rolling hills and farmland typical of the Devonshire countryside. While Abbey itself is not a large village, it is situated near the River Exe, offering views of the surrounding greenery and the gentle flow of the water. The name suggests a historical connection, possibly linked to a former religious house, though no significant remains are visible today. The local community is quiet and rural, with a mix of residential properties and agricultural land. It is a peaceful place, ideal for those seeking a calm environment away from urban centres.

Local Government

District Mid Devon
County Devon
Ward Cullompton North
Constituency Tiverton and Honiton
Parish Cullompton
Region South West

Property Prices 3,314 sales

Average Price £330K
£500 £8.6M
Detached £415K 1,289
Semi £264K 714
Terraced £208K 853
Flat £127K 199

Nearest Train Stations 1 stations

Honiton Train Station 6.4 miles

Location

Notable & Famous People from Abbey 18 people

Arnold Redler
Businessperson
British businessman (1875–1958)
Benjamin Donn
Mathematician
British mathematician
Cliff Bastin
Association football player
English footballer (1912-1991)
Dave Thompson
Writer
British writer and music journalist
David Fanshawe
Composer
British composer and ethnomusicologist (1942-2010)
David M. Patrick
Organist
English organist
Ian Bryce
Production assistant
English film producer
Iris du Pré
Composer
British pianist (1914–1985)
James Alday
Thief
16th century English navigator, explorer and privateer
John Babbacombe Lee
British murderer
John Henry Taylor
Golfer
professional golfer (1871-1963)
John Pulman
Snooker player
English snooker player (1923–1998)
John Widgery, Baron Widgery
Judge
English judge (1911-1981)
Keith Johnstone
Screenwriter
British drama teacher (1933–2023)
Lucia Graves
Writer
British writer and translator
Michael Ridpath
Writer
British writer
Slinkacha
Writer
British artist and photographer
Thomas Clifford, 1st Baron Clifford of Chudleigh
Politician
English noble (1630-1673)