About Bulverton

Bulverton is a small village located in the county of Devon, in the south-west of England. It lies within the EX10 postcode area, situated near the border with Somerset. The village is part of the wider rural landscape of the Exmoor region, known for its rolling hills and open countryside. Bulverton is surrounded by farmland and woodland, offering a peaceful setting for those who live there or visit. The local community is close-knit, with a range of amenities including a village hall and a pub that serves as a social hub. The area is popular with walkers and cyclists, with several footpaths and bridleways passing through or near the village. Its location makes it a convenient base for exploring the natural beauty of Exmoor and the surrounding areas.

School Ratings in Bulverton

Families in Bulverton have access to 14 local schools. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bulverton

Homes sell for an average of £441K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £577K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bulverton

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Bulverton, with 10 incidents recorded in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bulverton

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bulverton around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bulverton

Broadband services in Bulverton range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,297 sales

Average Price £441K
£2K — £9.02M
Detached £577K 1,303
Semi £383K 471
Terraced £301K 683
Flat £285K 640

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

8 Primary
2 Secondary
4 Other
St John's School 0.3 miles Sidmouth Church of England (VA) Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Sidmouth Children's Centre 0.8 miles Sidmouth College Secondary 1.1 miles Newton Poppleford Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Sidbury Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles Tipton St John Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles Otterton Church of England Primary School Primary 3 miles Mill Water School 3 miles Drake's Church of England Primary School Primary 3.9 miles Ottery St Mary Primary School Primary Good 4.3 miles Ottery St Mary Children's Centre 4.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bulverton IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Bulverton 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
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
2,771 Children (0-15) 12%
11,200 Working Age 50%
10,757 Older (60+) 48%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 25% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7.5% 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 Bulverton 66 crimes · March 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Bulverton are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

23 Violence & Sexual Offences
10 Criminal Damage & Arson
10 Other Theft
8 Anti-Social Behaviour
5 Shoplifting
4 Vehicle Crime
2 Public Order
1 Burglary
1 Drugs
1 Weapons
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Whimple Train Station 7 miles
Honiton Train Station 8 miles
Lympstone Commando Train Station 8 miles
Cranbrook (Devon) Train Station 8 miles
Lympstone Village Train Station 8.2 miles
Exton Train Station 8.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Stowford 0.6 miles Cotmaton 0.6 miles Sidmouth 0.9 miles Sid 1.2 miles Northmostown 1.4 miles Bridge End 1.4 miles Bowd 1.4 miles Harpford 1.8 miles Sidford 1.8 miles Salcombe Regis 1.9 miles Newton Poppleford 2 miles Coombe 2 miles

Local Government

District East Devon
County Devon
Ward Ottery St. Mary
Constituency East Devon
Parish Ottery St. Mary
Region South West

Streets in EX10 30 shown View all streets

A3052 12 A375 3 Alexandria Road 3 All Saints Road 4 Alma Lane 1 Amyatt's Terrace 1 Andrew Close 1 Arcot Gardens 2 Arcot Park 3 Arcot Road 3 Ascerton Close 1 Ascerton Road 1 Ashley Crescent 4 B3176 1 B3178 3 Back Lane 3 Badger Close 1 Baker Close 1 Balfour Gardens 1 Balfours 2 Ballard Grove 2 Barn Hayes 1 Barton Orchard 1 Barton Paddocks 1 Beatlands Road 1 Bedford Square 2 Bennetts Hill 2 Betjeman Close 1 Bickwell Lane 1 Bickwell Valley 1

Postcodes in EX10 50 shown View all postcodes

EX10 0AA EX10 0AB EX10 0AD EX10 0AE EX10 0AF EX10 0AG EX10 0AH EX10 0AJ EX10 0AL EX10 0AN EX10 0AP EX10 0AQ EX10 0AR EX10 0AS EX10 0AT EX10 0AU EX10 0AW EX10 0AX EX10 0AY EX10 0AZ EX10 0BA EX10 0BB EX10 0BD EX10 0BE EX10 0BG EX10 0BH EX10 0BJ EX10 0BL EX10 0BN EX10 0BP EX10 0BQ EX10 0BR EX10 0BS EX10 0BT EX10 0BU EX10 0BW EX10 0BX EX10 0BY EX10 0BZ EX10 0DA EX10 0DB EX10 0DD EX10 0DE EX10 0DF EX10 0DG EX10 0DH EX10 0DJ EX10 0DL EX10 0DN EX10 0DP