About Bishop's Tawton

Bishop's Tawton is a small village located in the county of Devon, in the south-west of England. It lies within the Exeter postcode area, specifically EX32, and is situated near the River Taw, which gives the village its name. The village has a long history, with records indicating it was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086. It is known for its rural setting and traditional Devonshire character, with a mix of stone and timber-framed buildings. The village is close to the town of Barnstaple and is accessible via the A361 road. There is a church, St Mary's, which dates back to the 13th century and remains a focal point of the community. The surrounding countryside offers walking and cycling opportunities, with views of the Exmoor National Park nearby. Bishop's Tawton is a quiet place, with a close-knit community and a strong sense of local identity.

School Ratings in Bishop's Tawton

Bishop's Tawton is served by 26 schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bishop's Tawton

Property prices average £269K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £205K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bishop's Tawton

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Bishop's Tawton, with 16 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bishop's Tawton

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bishop's Tawton 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bishop's Tawton

Most properties in Bishop's Tawton can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,583 sales

Average Price £269K
£250 — £3.17M
Detached £391K 1,063
Semi £241K 550
Terraced £205K 1,445
Flat £133K 355

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

19 Primary
2 Secondary
5 Other
Bishops Tawton Primary School Primary Good 0.1 miles Holywell Church of England School Primary 0.8 miles The Park Community School Secondary 0.9 miles Newport Community School Primary Academy Primary 1.1 miles The Lampard Community School 1.1 miles Eden Park Academy Primary Requires Improvement 1.5 miles Ashleigh CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Our Lady's Catholic Primary School, Barnstaple Primary 1.7 miles Landkey Community Primary Academy Primary 1.8 miles Barnstaple (Sticklepath) Good 1.8 miles Sticklepath Community Primary Academy Primary Good 1.8 miles Orchard Vale Community School Primary 1.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bishop's Tawton IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bishop's Tawton 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.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
4/10
Health
5/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
6,110 Children (0-15) 18%
20,491 Working Age 60%
10,126 Older (60+) 30%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 34.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 19.9% 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 Bishop's Tawton 169 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Bishop's Tawton experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established town.

92 Violence & Sexual Offences
16 Anti-Social Behaviour
14 Criminal Damage & Arson
14 Shoplifting
10 Other Theft
8 Public Order
7 Other Crime
2 Drugs
2 Weapons
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Robbery
1 Theft from Person
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
Devon And Cornwall Bishops Tawton, Landkey, Swimbridge & Whiddon Valley Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 4 stations

Barnstaple Train Station 1.4 miles
Chapelton (Devon) Train Station 3.1 miles
Umberleigh Train Station 5 miles
Portsmouth Arms Train Station 7.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Rumsam 0.6 miles Tawstock 0.9 miles Lake 0.9 miles Newport 1.2 miles Roundswell 1.4 miles Sticklepath 1.4 miles Uppacott 1.4 miles Westacott 1.8 miles Barnstaple 1.9 miles Derby 1.9 miles Week 1.9 miles Brynsworthy 2 miles

Local Government

District North Devon
County Devon
Ward Landkey
Constituency North Devon
Parish Swimbridge
Region South West

Streets in EX32 30 shown View all streets

A3125 2 A377 4 A39 2 A399 5 Abyssinia Terrace 2 Acland Road 3 Acorn Grove 1 Aidan Avenue 1 Alexandra Court 1 Allen Bank 1 Appletree Close 1 Archipark 1 Ashleigh Crescent 1 Ashleigh Road 3 Azes Lane 2 Bableigh Road 2 Bakery Way 2 Barbican Close 1 Barbican Lane 1 Barbican Place 1 Barbican Road 4 Barbican Terrace 2 Barleycorn Fields 1 Barn Close 1 Barnstaple Hill 4 Barton Drive 1 Barton Lane 1 Barton Road 3 Barum Gate Retail Park 2 Bear Street 13

Postcodes in EX32 50 shown View all postcodes

EX32 0AA EX32 0AB EX32 0AD EX32 0AE EX32 0AF EX32 0AG EX32 0AH EX32 0AJ EX32 0AL EX32 0AN EX32 0AP EX32 0AQ EX32 0AR EX32 0AS EX32 0AT EX32 0AU EX32 0AW EX32 0AX EX32 0AY EX32 0AZ EX32 0BA EX32 0BB EX32 0BD EX32 0BE EX32 0BG EX32 0BH EX32 0BJ EX32 0BL EX32 0BN EX32 0BP EX32 0BQ EX32 0BR EX32 0BS EX32 0BT EX32 0BU EX32 0BW EX32 0BX EX32 0BZ EX32 0DA EX32 0DB EX32 0DD EX32 0DE EX32 0DF EX32 0DG EX32 0DH EX32 0DJ EX32 0DL EX32 0DN EX32 0DQ EX32 0DR