About Hele

Hele is a small village located in Devon, England, within the TQ13 postcode area. It is situated near the River Teign and offers a peaceful setting for visitors. The village is primarily residential, with a few local amenities including a pub and a shop. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape. The village is conveniently located for those wishing to explore nearby towns such as Bovey Tracey and Newton Abbot. Additionally, the proximity to Dartmoor National Park makes it an ideal base for outdoor activities. Hele's location allows for easy access to both rural and urban attractions, making it suitable for a variety of interests.

School Ratings in Hele

Hele is served by 14 schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Hele

Property prices average £414K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £515K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Hele

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Other crime accounts for the highest share in Hele, with 2 incidents logged in March 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

Most properties in Hele can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,086 sales

Average Price £414K
£3K — £21.75M
Detached £515K 1,469
Semi £302K 696
Terraced £274K 1,274
Flat £183K 248

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

9 Primary
1 Secondary
4 Other
Beyond Creative Education 0.9 miles Sands School Good 0.9 miles Ashburton Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles South Dartmoor Community College Secondary 1.2 miles St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Buckfast Primary Good 2.2 miles ABC Ashburton and Buckfastleigh Children's Centre 2.8 miles Buckfastleigh Primary School Primary Good 2.8 miles Landscove Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.2 miles Widecombe-in-the-Moor Primary Primary Good 4.2 miles Ilsington Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.4 miles Broadhempston Village Primary School Primary 4.4 miles Blackpool Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.7 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
5/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
3/10
6,788 Children (0-15) 15%
26,198 Working Age 57%
16,648 Older (60+) 37%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.7% 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 4 crimes · March 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 town.

2 Violence & Sexual Offences
2 Other Crime
Local Policing
Devon And Cornwall Ashburton 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 1 stations

Newton Abbot Train Station 7.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Ashburton 0.6 miles Rew 0.6 miles Mead 1.9 miles Welstor 1.9 miles Waye 2 miles Buckfast 2 miles Buckland in the Moor 2.2 miles Goodstone 2.6 miles Caton 2.6 miles Holne 2.6 miles Buckfastleigh 2.6 miles Sigford 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Teignbridge
County Devon
Ward Chudleigh
Constituency Central Devon
Parish Chudleigh
Region South West

Streets in TQ13 30 shown View all streets

A380 1 A382 17 Abbey Close 1 Abbey Road 1 Adley Lane 2 Aggett Grove 1 Amberley Close 3 Andy Bush Close 4 Apple Tree Close 1 Ashburn Close 2 Ashburn Gardens 1 Ashburton Close 1 Ashburton Road 5 Ashgrove Road 2 Ashwell Lane 1 Atway Close 1 Avenue Road 2 B3193 6 B3206 5 B3212 8 B3344 10 B3352 3 B3387 11 Badger's Way 1 Balland Lane 5 Balland Park 3 Barnsey Gardens 1 Beacon Lane 1 Becca Brook Clapper Bridge 1 Becket Road 1

Postcodes in TQ13 50 shown View all postcodes

TQ13 0AA TQ13 0AB TQ13 0AD TQ13 0AE TQ13 0AF TQ13 0AG TQ13 0AH TQ13 0AJ TQ13 0AL TQ13 0AN TQ13 0AQ TQ13 0AY TQ13 0AZ TQ13 0BA TQ13 0BB TQ13 0BD TQ13 0BE TQ13 0BG TQ13 0BH TQ13 0BJ TQ13 0BL TQ13 0BN TQ13 0BP TQ13 0BQ TQ13 0BS TQ13 0BT TQ13 0BU TQ13 0BW TQ13 0BX TQ13 0BY TQ13 0DA TQ13 0DB TQ13 0DD TQ13 0DE TQ13 0DF TQ13 0DG TQ13 0DH TQ13 0DJ TQ13 0DL TQ13 0DN TQ13 0DP TQ13 0DQ TQ13 0DR TQ13 0DS TQ13 0DT TQ13 0DU TQ13 0DW TQ13 0DX TQ13 0DY TQ13 0DZ