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Location in DevonCheriton Cross sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Cheriton Cross
Cheriton Cross is a small settlement in the county of Devon, located in the south-west of England. It lies within the EX6 postcode area and is situated near the border with Somerset. The village is centred around a crossroads, which gives it its name, and is surrounded by rural countryside typical of the region. The area is largely agricultural, with fields and hedgerows forming the landscape. While it is not a large community, Cheriton Cross has a sense of local character, with a few residential properties and a small number of businesses serving the immediate area. The village is accessible by road and is within easy reach of larger towns such as Exeter and Tiverton. Its location makes it a convenient stop for those travelling through the region, offering a quiet, countryside atmosphere.
School Ratings in Cheriton Cross
There are 6 schools in and around Cheriton Cross. Exeter Pre-Prep School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Cheriton Cross
The average property price is £393K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £493K.
Deprivation and Employment in Cheriton Cross
Cheriton Cross 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.
Healthcare in Cheriton Cross
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Cheriton Cross, the nearest being Cheriton Bishop Surgery (0.4 miles away).
Local Data for Cheriton Cross
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Property Prices 1,761 sales
Schools & Education 6 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the EX6 postcode area.
Household Income in Cheriton Cross ONS 2023
The average total household income in Cheriton Cross 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.
Net (after tax) household income averages £42,387.
Businesses in Cheriton Cross ONS 2025
There are approximately 862 active businesses based in Cheriton Cross, 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.
Deprivation and Employment in Cheriton Cross IMD 2025
Cheriton Cross 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.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Cheriton Cross
Of the 7,027 households in and around Cheriton Cross, 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%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Cheriton Cross.