About Hele

Hele is a small village located in Devon, England, within the EX5 postcode area. It is situated near the larger town of Exmouth and offers a quiet retreat for those looking to escape the busier coastal areas. The village is primarily residential, with a few local amenities available for residents and visitors alike. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape typical of Devon. Nearby, you can find the River Exe, which is popular for various outdoor activities. The proximity to Exmouth means that the sandy beaches and coastal attractions are just a short drive away, making Hele a convenient base for exploring the region.

School Ratings in Hele

Hele is served by 20 schools. Broadclyst Community Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Hele

Property prices average £336K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £246K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Hele

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Hele, with 6 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Hele

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Hele 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Hele

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Hele, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,546 sales

Average Price £336K
£750 — £7.39M
Detached £462K 1,442
Semi £288K 1,053
Terraced £246K 1,476
Flat £170K 210

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

15 Primary
2 Secondary
3 Other
The Duchy School Bradninch Primary 0.6 miles Silverton Church of England Primary School Primary 2.3 miles Clyst Hydon Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles Cullompton Community College Secondary 3 miles Willowbank Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles Broadclyst Community Primary School Primary Outstanding 3.3 miles Culm Valley Children's Centre Good 3.4 miles St Andrew's Primary School Primary Good 3.4 miles Plymtree Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.6 miles Clyst Vale Community College Secondary Good 3.8 miles Cranbrook Education Campus All-through Good 4.2 miles Thorverton Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Hele IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Hele 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
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
7/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
5/10
8,609 Children (0-15) 17%
31,834 Working Age 63%
13,392 Older (60+) 26%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 21.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.4% 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 Hele 66 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Hele falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.

45 Violence & Sexual Offences
6 Criminal Damage & Arson
5 Public Order
4 Anti-Social Behaviour
2 Other Theft
2 Vehicle Crime
1 Burglary
1 Weapons
Local Policing
Devon And Cornwall Cullompton Outer & Bradninch 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

Whimple Train Station 4.5 miles
Cranbrook (Devon) Train Station 4.8 miles
Pinhoe Train Station 5.5 miles
Polsloe Bridge Train Station 6.5 miles
St James Park (Exeter) Train Station 7 miles
Newton St Cyres Train Station 7.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bradninch 0.6 miles Ellerhayes 1.2 miles Stockwell 1.2 miles Hollis Head 1.2 miles Budlake 1.4 miles Beare 1.4 miles Langford 1.9 miles Trinity 1.9 miles Livingshayes 2 miles Westcott 2.2 miles Clyst St Lawrence 2.2 miles Langford Green 2.5 miles

Local Government

District East Devon
County Devon
Ward Clyst Valley
Constituency East Devon
Parish Sowton
Region South West

Streets in EX5 30 shown View all streets

A3052 7 A3072 2 A376 3 A377 7 A396 9 Acland Road 1 Alford Pasture 1 Allercombe Hill 1 Alma Villa Rise 1 Apple Blossom Walk 1 Apple Way 1 Applemede 1 Armourwood Lane 1 Ashclyst View 2 B3174 1 B3176 8 B3179 4 B3180 8 B3181 13 B3184 6 Babbage Way 1 Babylon Lane 1 Back Lane 1 Back Street 1 Badger Way 2 Bagmore Hill 2 Barley Road 1 Barleycorn 1 Barling Walk 1 Barn Orchard 2

Postcodes in EX5 50 shown View all postcodes

EX5 1AA EX5 1AB EX5 1AE EX5 1AF EX5 1AG EX5 1AH EX5 1AJ EX5 1AL EX5 1AN EX5 1AP EX5 1AQ EX5 1AR EX5 1AS EX5 1AT EX5 1AU EX5 1AW EX5 1AX EX5 1AY EX5 1BA EX5 1BB EX5 1BD EX5 1BE EX5 1BG EX5 1BH EX5 1BJ EX5 1BL EX5 1BN EX5 1BP EX5 1BQ EX5 1BR EX5 1BS EX5 1BT EX5 1BW EX5 1BX EX5 1BY EX5 1BZ EX5 1DA EX5 1DB EX5 1DD EX5 1DE EX5 1DF EX5 1DG EX5 1DH EX5 1DJ EX5 1DL EX5 1DN EX5 1DP EX5 1DQ EX5 1DR EX5 1DX