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Location in DevonBattledown Cross sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Battledown Cross
Battledown Cross is a small settlement located in the county of Devon, in the south-west of England. It lies within the EX21 postcode area, situated near the border with Somerset. The area is characterised by its rural setting, with open countryside and rolling hills typical of the Devon landscape. The name suggests a historical connection to a cross or meeting point, possibly marking an old route or boundary. While not a large community, it is part of a wider network of villages and hamlets in the region. The surrounding area offers access to walking trails and scenic views, with the nearby River Exe providing a natural feature of interest. The local environment reflects traditional rural Devon, with a mix of farmland and woodland.
School Ratings in Battledown Cross
There are 8 schools in and around Battledown Cross. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Battledown Cross
The average property price is £379K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £409K.
Deprivation and Employment in Battledown Cross
Battledown Cross sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.
Healthcare in Battledown Cross
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Battledown Cross, the nearest being Black Torrington Surgery (2.6 miles away).
Local Data for Battledown Cross
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Property Prices 694 sales
Schools & Education 8 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the EX21 postcode area.
Household Income in Battledown Cross ONS 2023
The average total household income in Battledown Cross is approximately £42,647 a year before tax, 23% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,401. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £35,401.
Businesses in Battledown Cross ONS 2025
There are approximately 439 active businesses based in Battledown Cross, around 81 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 96% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 3 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Battledown Cross IMD 2025
Battledown Cross sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Battledown Cross
Of the 2,325 households in and around Battledown Cross, 81% are owned, 5% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Battledown Cross.