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42,836
Population
18,543
Households
3 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£44,530
Avg. household income
511
Businesses
2,585
People per km²
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About Barne Barton

Barne Barton is a small settlement located in the county of Devon, in the south-west of England. It lies within the PL5 postcode area, situated near the River Taw and close to the town of Barnstaple. The area is primarily rural, with a mix of agricultural land and scattered residential properties. The name suggests a historical connection to farming, with 'Barton' typically indicating a farmstead or estate. The surrounding landscape features rolling hills and open countryside, characteristic of the Devon region. While not a major settlement, Barne Barton contributes to the local character of the area, offering a quiet, countryside environment. It is accessible by road, with the A361 providing a main route through the region. The community is small and largely residential, with local amenities limited to those found in nearby towns.

School Ratings in Barne Barton

Families in Barne Barton have access to 123 local schools. Mill Ford School and Marine Academy Primary are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Barne Barton

Homes sell for an average of £188K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £170K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barne Barton

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Barne Barton, with 70 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Barne Barton

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Barne Barton within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.

Healthcare in Barne Barton

There are 42 GP surgeries within three miles of Barne Barton, the nearest being Drake Medical Centre (0.4 miles away).

Local Data for Barne Barton

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Property Prices 4,811 sales

Average Price £188K
£500 , £8.2M
Detached £338K 298
Semi £193K 1,745
Terraced £170K 2,121
Flat £99K 539

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

70 Primary
17 Secondary
36 Other
Outstanding 3
Good 8

Ofsted ratings for schools in the PL5 postcode area.

Riverside Community Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Tamar FOLK (For Our Local Kids) Children's Centre Good 0.4 miles Victoria Road Primary Primary 0.4 miles St Paul's Roman Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Oneschool Global Uk Plymouth Campus Not applicable 0.5 miles Weston Mill Community Primary Academy Primary 0.5 miles Keyham Barton Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Drake Primary Academy Primary Good 0.7 miles Marine Academy Primary Primary Outstanding 0.8 miles Marine Academy Plymouth Secondary Good 0.8 miles Mount Tamar School 0.9 miles Mount Tamar School Not applicable 0.9 miles

Household Income in Barne Barton ONS 2023

The average total household income in Barne Barton is approximately £44,530 a year before tax, 19% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,441. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Barne Barton £44,530
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £35,441.

Businesses in Barne Barton ONS 2025

There are approximately 511 active businesses based in Barne Barton, around 12 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 93% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 6 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

511 Total businesses
12 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 93%
Small, 10-49 6%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Barne Barton IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Barne Barton experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
3/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
7/10
Children 0-15 20%
Working age 62%
Older 65+ 18%
8,727 Children (0-15) 20%
26,610 Working Age 62%
7,493 Older (65+) 17%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 46.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 24.7% 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 Barne Barton 529 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Barne Barton are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

Violence & Sexual Offences 247
Anti-Social Behaviour 70
Criminal Damage & Arson 52
Other Theft 43
Shoplifting 40
Public Order 32
Vehicle Crime 12
Weapons 10
Burglary 9
Other Crime 7
Drugs 3
Robbery 2
Bicycle Theft 1
Theft from Person 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Saltash Train Station 1.1 miles
Bere Ferrers Train Station 3.8 miles
St Germans Train Station 5.3 miles
Bere Alston Train Station 5.9 miles
Calstock Train Station 7 miles
Menheniot Train Station 9.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Weston Mill 0.6 miles St Budeaux 0.6 miles Wilcove 0.9 miles Riverside 0.9 miles King's Tamerton 0.9 miles Ham 1.2 miles Ernesettle 1.2 miles Saltash 1.4 miles Wearde 1.4 miles Ford 1.4 miles Honicknowle 1.4 miles Devonport 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Plymouth
County Devon
Ward Ham
Constituency Plymouth, Moor View
Parish Plymouth, unparished area
Region South West

Home Ownership in Barne Barton

Of the 18,479 households in and around Barne Barton, 54% are owned, 31% are socially rented and 15% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 54% Social rented 31% Private rented 15%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Barne Barton.

Frequently Asked Questions about Barne Barton

What is the population of Barne Barton?
Barne Barton has a population of approximately 42,836 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Barne Barton?
The average property in and around Barne Barton sold for about £188,002, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 46% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Barne Barton a deprived area?
Barne Barton sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 3 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Barne Barton?
Barne Barton is covered by the PL5 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Barne Barton?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Barne Barton, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Barne Barton?
The nearest railway station to Barne Barton is Saltash Train Station, about 1.1 miles away.

Streets in PL5 30 shown View all streets

Aberdeen Avenue 4 Acklington Place 2 Adams Close 1 Admiralty Road 1 Agaton Road 3 Allern Lane 4 Anzac Avenue 1 Appleby Walk 1 Architects Way 1 Ark Royal Close 1 Arkwright Gardens 1 Ashburnham Road 2 Ashleigh Close 2 Ashleigh Lane 1 Ashridge Gardens 1 Aylesbury Crescent 2 Ballad Gardens 1 Barne Close 1 Barne Road 5 Barrie Gardens 1 Beattie Road 1 Bede Gardens 1 Belstone Close 1 Berthon Road 1 Berwick Avenue 2 Betjeman Walk 1 Bickham Road 2 Biggin Hill 6 Blackthorn Close 2 Blairgowrie Road 1

Postcodes in PL5 50 shown View all postcodes

PL5 1AA PL5 1AB PL5 1AD PL5 1AE PL5 1AF PL5 1AG PL5 1AH PL5 1AJ PL5 1AL PL5 1AN PL5 1AP PL5 1AQ PL5 1AR PL5 1AS PL5 1AT PL5 1AU PL5 1AW PL5 1AX PL5 1AY PL5 1AZ PL5 1BA PL5 1BB PL5 1BD PL5 1BE PL5 1BG PL5 1BH PL5 1BJ PL5 1BL PL5 1BP PL5 1BQ PL5 1BS PL5 1BT PL5 1BU PL5 1BW PL5 1BX PL5 1DA PL5 1DD PL5 1DE PL5 1DH PL5 1DJ PL5 1DL PL5 1DN PL5 1DP PL5 1DQ PL5 1DR PL5 1DS PL5 1DT PL5 1DU PL5 1DW PL5 1DZ