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16,101
Population
5,919
Households
5 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
8
Schools nearby
£55,295
Avg. household income
862
Businesses
63
People per km²
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About Bridfordmills

Bridfordmills is a small settlement located in the county of Devon, in the south-west of England. It lies within the EX6 postcode area and is situated near the River Avon, which flows through the surrounding countryside. The area is primarily rural, with open fields and scattered dwellings, and is known for its peaceful environment. Bridfordmills is close to the village of Bridford, which offers basic amenities such as a post office and a pub. The landscape is typical of the Devon countryside, with rolling hills and hedgerows. The village is accessible by road, with the A380 passing nearby, connecting it to larger towns such as Tiverton and Exeter. There are no major attractions or landmarks in Bridfordmills itself, but it provides a quiet retreat for those seeking a rural lifestyle.

School Ratings in Bridfordmills

There are 8 schools in and around Bridfordmills. Exeter Pre-Prep School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bridfordmills

The average property price is £393K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £493K.

Deprivation and Employment in Bridfordmills

Bridfordmills 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.

Local Data for Bridfordmills

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Property Prices 1,761 sales

Average Price £393K
£300 , £6.47M
Detached £493K 707
Semi £308K 360
Terraced £260K 405
Flat £200K 111

Schools & Education 8 nearby View all schools

6 Primary
2 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 5
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the EX6 postcode area.

Doddiscombsleigh Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Christow Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Dunsford Community Academy Primary 1.8 miles Hennock Community Primary School Primary 4.1 miles Tedburn St Mary School Primary Good 4.2 miles The Outdoors School Not applicable Good 4.4 miles Ide Primary School Primary Good 4.5 miles Barley Lane School Not applicable Requires Improvement 4.8 miles

Household Income in Bridfordmills ONS 2023

The average total household income in Bridfordmills 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.

Bridfordmills £55,295
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £42,387.

Businesses in Bridfordmills ONS 2025

There are approximately 862 active businesses based in Bridfordmills, 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.

862 Total businesses
54 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 91%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Bridfordmills IMD 2025

Bridfordmills 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.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
6/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
3/10
Children 0-15 16%
Working age 56%
Older 65+ 28%
2,650 Children (0-15) 16%
9,082 Working Age 56%
4,370 Older (65+) 27%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 25.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.1% 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

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Exeter St Thomas Train Station 5.6 miles
Marsh Barton Train Station 5.9 miles
St James Park (Exeter) Train Station 6.8 miles
Digby And Sowton Train Station 7.2 miles
Crediton Train Station 7.5 miles
Polsloe Bridge Train Station 7.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Sowton Barton 0.6 miles Court Barton 1.2 miles Doddiscombsleigh 1.4 miles Bridford 1.4 miles Reedy 1.4 miles Dunsford 1.8 miles Bennah 1.9 miles Christow 1.9 miles Lower Ashton 2 miles Butts 2.2 miles Higher Ashton 2.2 miles Dunchideock 2.5 miles

Local Government

District Teignbridge
County Devon
Ward Teign Valley
Constituency Central Devon
Parish Tedburn St. Mary
Region South West

Home Ownership in Bridfordmills

Of the 7,027 households in and around Bridfordmills, 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%.

Owned 76% Social rented 8% Private rented 16%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bridfordmills

What is the population of Bridfordmills?
Bridfordmills has a population of approximately 16,101 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Bridfordmills?
The average property in and around Bridfordmills sold for about £392,500, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 12% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Bridfordmills a deprived area?
Bridfordmills sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Bridfordmills?
Bridfordmills is covered by the EX6 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Bridfordmills?
There are 8 schools within easy reach of Bridfordmills, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Bridfordmills?
The nearest railway station to Bridfordmills is Exeter St Thomas Train Station, about 5.6 miles away.

Streets in EX6 30 shown View all streets

A30 4 A379 8 A380 1 A382 1 Alexandra Mews 1 Ashlake Road 1 Ashton Lane 3 B3193 9 B3212 6 Bakesdown Lane 1 Bay Trees 1 Belle Vue Close 1 Berrybrook Meadow 2 Birch Cross 1 Bishops Close 1 Black Hat Lane 1 Bondhouse Lane 1 Bonhay Close 2 Bonhay Road 1 Boyland Road 4 Brenton Road 3 Brickyard Lane 1 Briton Street Lane 5 Brownings Mead 1 Brownlees 2 Brunel Road 1 Brunel View 1 Bucknill Close 1 Budbrook Barton 1 Budbrook Lane 2

Postcodes in EX6 50 shown View all postcodes

EX6 6AA EX6 6AB EX6 6AD EX6 6AE EX6 6AF EX6 6AG EX6 6AH EX6 6AJ EX6 6AL EX6 6AN EX6 6AP EX6 6AQ EX6 6AR EX6 6AS EX6 6AT EX6 6AU EX6 6AW EX6 6AX EX6 6AY EX6 6AZ EX6 6BA EX6 6BB EX6 6BD EX6 6BE EX6 6BG EX6 6BH EX6 6BJ EX6 6BL EX6 6BN EX6 6BP EX6 6BQ EX6 6BR EX6 6BT EX6 6BU EX6 6BW EX6 6BX EX6 6BY EX6 6BZ EX6 6DA EX6 6DB EX6 6DD EX6 6DE EX6 6DJ EX6 6DL EX6 6DN EX6 6DP EX6 6DR EX6 6DS EX6 6DT EX6 6DW