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Location in DevonBennah sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Bennah
Bennah is a small settlement located in the county of Devon, in the south-west of England. It lies within the EX6 postcode area, which covers parts of the rural landscape around the River Exe. The area is characterised by open countryside and agricultural land, with a mix of farmland and scattered dwellings. While Bennah itself is not a large village, it is part of a wider network of rural communities in the region. The surrounding area offers access to walking trails and natural beauty, typical of the Devon countryside. The local environment reflects traditional rural life, with a quiet and peaceful atmosphere. There are no major amenities within Bennah itself, but nearby towns provide essential services. The community is small and closely connected, with a strong sense of local identity.
School Ratings in Bennah
Bennah is served by 9 schools. Exeter Pre-Prep School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Bennah
Property prices average £393K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £493K.
Deprivation and Employment in Bennah
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bennah falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.
Local Data for Bennah
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Property Prices 1,761 sales
Schools & Education 9 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the EX6 postcode area.
Household Income in Bennah ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bennah is approximately £55,295 a year before tax, in line with the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £42,387. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £42,387.
Businesses in Bennah ONS 2025
There are approximately 862 active businesses based in Bennah, around 54 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 9 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Bennah IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bennah in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Bennah
Of the 7,027 households in and around Bennah, 76% are owned, 8% are socially rented and 16% 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 Bennah.