About Cheldon

Cheldon is a small village located in the county of Devon, in the south-west of England. It lies within the EX18 postcode area, situated in a rural part of the county. The village is surrounded by open countryside, with rolling hills and farmland typical of the Devon landscape. Cheldon is not a large settlement, and its character reflects the quiet, agricultural nature of the region. The local community is close-knit, and the village offers a peaceful environment for those seeking a slower pace of life. While it does not have major attractions, it is well-placed for exploring the wider area, including nearby towns and the natural beauty of the Devon countryside.

School Ratings in Cheldon

Families in Cheldon have access to 7 local schools. A further 2 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Cheldon

Homes sell for an average of £376K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £403K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cheldon

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Other theft is the leading concern across Cheldon, with 1 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Cheldon

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Cheldon 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 Cheldon

Broadband services in Cheldon 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 613 sales

Average Price £376K
£2K — £2.13M
Detached £403K 259
Semi £255K 107
Terraced £236K 132
Flat £121K 12

Schools & Education 7 nearby View all schools

6 Primary
1 Secondary
East Worlington Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles Chulmleigh Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles Chulmleigh Community College Secondary Good 3.1 miles St Thomas of Canterbury CofE Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 3.1 miles Morchard Bishop Church of England Primary School Primary 4.4 miles Witheridge Church of England Primary Academy Primary 4.4 miles Kings Nympton Community Primary School Primary Good 4.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Cheldon IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Cheldon 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
4/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
1/10
Living Environment
1/10
1,486 Children (0-15) 14%
5,844 Working Age 57%
4,042 Older (60+) 39%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 27.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.8% 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 Cheldon 3 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Cheldon are lower than the England and Wales average. While other theft is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure village where serious incidents remain uncommon.

1 Other Theft
1 Public Order
1 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
Devon And Cornwall South Molton Rural 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

Lapford Train Station 3.3 miles
Eggesford Train Station 3.5 miles
Kings Nympton Train Station 5.1 miles
Morchard Road Train Station 5.3 miles
Copplestone Train Station 6.9 miles
Portsmouth Arms Train Station 7.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Leigh 0.9 miles Chawleigh 1.4 miles West Worlington 1.9 miles Filleigh 2 miles East Worlington 2.5 miles Eastington 2.6 miles Drayford 3.1 miles Lapford 3.1 miles Chulmleigh 3.2 miles Eggesford Station 3.3 miles Nymet Rowland 3.3 miles Lapford Cross 3.8 miles

Local Government

District North Devon
County Devon
Ward Chulmleigh
Constituency North Devon
Parish Chulmleigh
Region South West

Streets in EX18 30 shown View all streets

A377 9 B3042 12 B3217 1 B3220 1 Back Lane 4 Beacon Rise 1 Belle Vue 1 Bells Close 1 Betham Lane 1 Blackwalls Lane 1 Bransgrove Lane 1 Butts Close 1 Chawleigh Week Hill 1 Chulmleigh Bridge 1 Church Close 1 Church Street 1 Coles Court 1 Coombe Lane 1 Cricket Close 1 Dartmoor View 3 East Street 2 Egypt Lane 1 Fore Street 1 Four Ways Drive 3 Great Lightleigh 1 Ham Hill 1 Hayes Lane 1 Head Hill 1 Hill Town Lane 1 James's Week Lane 1

Postcodes in EX18 50 shown View all postcodes

EX18 7AA EX18 7AB EX18 7AD EX18 7AE EX18 7AF EX18 7AG EX18 7AH EX18 7AJ EX18 7AL EX18 7AN EX18 7AP EX18 7AQ EX18 7AR EX18 7AS EX18 7AT EX18 7AU EX18 7AW EX18 7AX EX18 7AY EX18 7AZ EX18 7BA EX18 7BB EX18 7BD EX18 7BE EX18 7BG EX18 7BH EX18 7BJ EX18 7BL EX18 7BN EX18 7BP EX18 7BQ EX18 7BR EX18 7BS EX18 7BT EX18 7BU EX18 7BW EX18 7BX EX18 7BY EX18 7BZ EX18 7DA EX18 7DB EX18 7DD EX18 7DE EX18 7DF EX18 7DG EX18 7DH EX18 7DJ EX18 7DL EX18 7DN EX18 7DP