Folly Cross, Devon | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Folly Cross

Folly Cross is a small village located in Devon, England, within the postcode area EX21. The village is situated near the town of Hatherleigh and is surrounded by the rolling countryside typical of the region. It offers a peaceful setting, making it an ideal spot for those looking to enjoy the natural beauty of Devon.

The area is primarily residential, with a few local amenities available for residents and visitors. Folly Cross is well-connected to nearby towns, providing easy access to shops, services, and recreational activities. The surrounding landscape features fields and woodlands, which can be explored on foot or by bike, allowing for a pleasant outdoor experience in this part of Devon.

School Ratings in Folly Cross

Folly Cross is served by 8 schools. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Folly Cross

Property prices average £379K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £409K.

Deprivation and Employment in Folly Cross

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Folly Cross falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Healthcare in Folly Cross

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Folly Cross, the nearest being Black Torrington Surgery (2 miles away).

Local Data for Folly Cross

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Property Prices 694 sales

Average Price £379K

£3K , £1.36M

Detached £409K 369

Semi £273K 99

Terraced £213K 73

Flat £100K 10

Schools & Education 8 nearby View all schools

6 Primary

2 Other

Good 3

Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the EX21 postcode area.

Shebbear College Not applicable 0.7 miles Shebbear Community School Primary Good 0.9 miles Black Torrington Church of England Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1.9 miles Bradford Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles Highampton Community Primary School Primary Good 3.2 miles Marland School Not applicable Good 3.4 miles Langtree Community School and Nursery Unit Primary Good 4.4 miles The Clinton Church of England Primary School Primary 4.9 miles

Household Income in Folly Cross ONS 2023

The average total household income in Folly Cross is approximately £42,647 a year before tax, 23% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,401. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Folly Cross £42,647

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £35,401.

Businesses in Folly Cross ONS 2025

There are approximately 439 active businesses based in Folly Cross, around 81 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 96% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 3 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

439 Total businesses

81 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 96%

Small, 10-49 4%

Medium, 50-249 1%

Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Folly Cross IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Folly Cross in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation

4/10

Income

6/10

Employment

6/10

Education

5/10

Health

7/10

Housing

1/10

Living Environment

1/10

Children 0-15 13%

Working age 55%

Older 65+ 32%

709 Children (0-15) 13%

2,980 Working Age 55%

1,735 Older (65+) 32%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 30.7% of children in income-deprived families

Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.2% 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

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Dumpinghill 0.6 miles New Inn 0.6 miles Highworthy 0.6 miles Battledown Cross 0.6 miles Buckland Filleigh 0.9 miles Lake 0.9 miles Shebbear 1.4 miles Caute 1.8 miles Bradford 2 miles Black Torrington 2 miles Sheepwash 2.2 miles Priestacott 2.2 miles

Local Government

District West Devon

County Devon

Ward Bridestowe

Constituency Central Devon

Parish Beaworthy

Region South West

Home Ownership in Folly Cross

Of the 2,325 households in and around Folly Cross, 81% are owned, 5% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 81% Social rented 5% Private rented 14%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Folly Cross

What is the population of Folly Cross?

Folly Cross has a population of approximately 5,418 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Folly Cross?

The average property in and around Folly Cross sold for about £378,770, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 9% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Folly Cross a deprived area?

Folly Cross sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 4 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Folly Cross?

Folly Cross is covered by the EX21 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Folly Cross?

There are 8 schools within easy reach of Folly Cross, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Streets in EX21 30 shown View all streets

A3072 11 A3079 9 A388 1 Ackland Close 1 Aish Park 1 Back Lane 3 Balleroy Close 1 Barn Close 1 Barn Park 2 Beeching Close 1 Bowhay Close 1 Broad Street 2 Burdon Lane 1 Canna Park Drive 1 Chilla Road 1 Church Road 2 College Road 7 Dots Close 2 Dreybury Lane 2 East Street 7 Gregory's Bridge 1 Halwill Meadow 1 Haycross Hill 4 Hayes Cross 1 Holly Close 2 Holywell Park 1 Kneela Hill 1 Langaford Lane 1 Luxton Close 1 Manor Gardens 1

Postcodes in EX21 50 shown View all postcodes

EX21 5AA EX21 5AB EX21 5AD EX21 5AE EX21 5AF EX21 5AG EX21 5AH EX21 5AJ EX21 5AL EX21 5AN EX21 5AP EX21 5AQ EX21 5AR EX21 5AS EX21 5AT EX21 5AU EX21 5AW EX21 5AX EX21 5AY EX21 5AZ EX21 5BA EX21 5BB EX21 5BD EX21 5BG EX21 5BH EX21 5BJ EX21 5BL EX21 5BN EX21 5BP EX21 5BQ EX21 5BR EX21 5BS EX21 5BT EX21 5BU EX21 5BW EX21 5BX EX21 5BY EX21 5BZ EX21 5DA EX21 5DD EX21 5DE EX21 5DF EX21 5DG EX21 5DH EX21 5DJ EX21 5DL EX21 5DN EX21 5DP EX21 5DQ EX21 5DR

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