About Buckland

Buckland is a village located in the county of Devon, in the south-west of England. It lies within the TQ12 postcode area and is situated in a rural part of the region, surrounded by open countryside. The village is known for its traditional Devonshire character, with a mix of historic and modern buildings. Buckland is close to the River Teign, offering scenic views and opportunities for walking and fishing. The local community is active, with regular events and gatherings that reflect the area’s strong sense of place. The village has a church and a small shop, providing essential services to residents. Its location makes it a convenient base for exploring the wider Teign Valley and nearby towns such as Newton Abbot.

School Ratings in Buckland

Families in Buckland have access to 67 local schools. The Greater Horseshoe School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 19 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Buckland

Homes sell for an average of £305K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £401K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Buckland

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Buckland, with 25 incidents recorded in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Buckland

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Buckland around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Buckland

Buckland benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 9,264 sales

Average Price £305K
£500 — £11M
Detached £401K 3,135
Semi £270K 2,310
Terraced £215K 2,540
Flat £149K 818

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

39 Primary
10 Secondary
18 Other
Sunshine Childrens Centre Newton Abbot and District 2 0.2 miles Glendinning Academy Good 0.2 miles Haytor View Community Primary School Primary 0.3 miles All Saints Marsh CofE Academy Primary 0.6 miles South Devon UTC Secondary Good 0.7 miles Bearnes Voluntary Primary School Primary 0.8 miles St Michael's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Wolborough Church of England Nursery and Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Decoy Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Newton Abbot College Secondary 1.1 miles Treehouse Childrens Centre Newton Abbot and District 1 1.2 miles Highweek Community Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 1.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Buckland IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Buckland are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
6/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
6/10
12,331 Children (0-15) 17%
43,743 Working Age 59%
23,394 Older (60+) 32%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14% 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 Buckland 238 crimes · March 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Buckland is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

118 Violence & Sexual Offences
25 Anti-Social Behaviour
21 Shoplifting
20 Criminal Damage & Arson
15 Public Order
11 Other Theft
7 Other Crime
5 Burglary
5 Vehicle Crime
4 Drugs
4 Theft from Person
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Weapons
1 Robbery
Local Policing
Devon And Cornwall Newton Abbot East 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 6 stations

Newton Abbot Train Station 0.6 miles
Torre Train Station 4.5 miles
Dawlish Train Station 6.4 miles
Dawlish Warren Train Station 7.8 miles
Starcross Train Station 9.1 miles
Exmouth Train Station 9.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Newton Abbot 0.6 miles Milber 0.6 miles Newtake 0.9 miles Netherton 1.2 miles Knowles Hill 1.2 miles Broadlands 1.2 miles Kingsteignton 1.2 miles Rydon 1.2 miles Aller Park 1.2 miles Wolborough 1.4 miles Haccombe 1.4 miles Combeinteignhead 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Teignbridge
County Devon
Ward College
Constituency Newton Abbot
Parish Newton Abbot
Region South West

Streets in TQ12 30 shown View all streets

A382 5 Abbotsbury Road 3 Abbotskerswell Park 2 Abbotsridge Drive 1 Abbotswood 2 Abbrook Avenue 1 Acacia Close 1 Addison Road 1 Albany Street 1 Albert Terrace 1 Albion Hill 2 Alder Close 1 Alexandra Terrace 2 Aller Brake Road 4 Aller Close 1 Aller Cross 2 Aller Park Road 3 Aller Road 3 Aller Vale Buildings 1 Andor Avenue 1 Andy Bush Close 42 Applegarth Avenue 3 Applegarth Close 2 Arch Cottages 1 Ash Road 2 Ash Way 3 Ashburton Road 15 Ashmill Court 1 Ashton Court 1 Aspen Drive 1

Postcodes in TQ12 50 shown View all postcodes

TQ12 1AA TQ12 1AB TQ12 1AD TQ12 1AE TQ12 1AF TQ12 1AG TQ12 1AH TQ12 1AJ TQ12 1AL TQ12 1AN TQ12 1AP TQ12 1AQ TQ12 1AR TQ12 1AS TQ12 1AT TQ12 1AU TQ12 1AW TQ12 1AX TQ12 1AY TQ12 1AZ TQ12 1BA TQ12 1BB TQ12 1BD TQ12 1BE TQ12 1BG TQ12 1BH TQ12 1BJ TQ12 1BL TQ12 1BN TQ12 1BP TQ12 1BQ TQ12 1BS TQ12 1BT TQ12 1BU TQ12 1BW TQ12 1BX TQ12 1BY TQ12 1BZ TQ12 1DA TQ12 1DB TQ12 1DD TQ12 1DE TQ12 1DF TQ12 1DG TQ12 1DH TQ12 1DJ TQ12 1DL TQ12 1DN TQ12 1DP TQ12 1DQ