About Lower Lovacott

Lower Lovacott is a small village located in Devon, England, within the EX31 postcode area. It is situated near the larger town of Barnstaple, which offers a range of amenities and services. The village is characterised by its rural setting, surrounded by fields and farmland, making it a peaceful place to visit or reside. The local architecture reflects traditional Devon style, with several period properties and cottages. Lower Lovacott is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those wishing to explore the surrounding countryside or the nearby North Devon coast. The village provides a quiet retreat, ideal for those looking to enjoy the natural beauty of the area while remaining within reach of larger towns.

School Ratings in Lower Lovacott

Lower Lovacott is served by 31 schools. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Lower Lovacott

Property prices average £339K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £388K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Lower Lovacott

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Lower Lovacott, with 47 incidents logged in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Lower Lovacott

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Lower Lovacott 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 Lower Lovacott

Most properties in Lower Lovacott 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 5,103 sales

Average Price £339K
£2K — £8.2M
Detached £388K 2,374
Semi £273K 984
Terraced £231K 923
Flat £174K 370

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

22 Primary
2 Secondary
7 Other
Horwood and Newton Tracey Community Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Holywell Church of England School Primary 2.3 miles On Track Education Barnstaple Good 2.6 miles The Shoreline Academy 2.6 miles Roundswell Community Primary Academy Primary Good 2.8 miles Bishops Tawton Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles Fremington Primary School Primary 3.1 miles Barnstaple (Sticklepath) Good 3.3 miles Sticklepath Community Primary Academy Primary Good 3.3 miles Instow Community Primary and Pre-School Primary Good 3.5 miles The Park Community School Secondary 3.7 miles East-the-Water Community Primary School Primary Good 3.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Lower Lovacott IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Lower Lovacott 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
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
6/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
5/10
7,510 Children (0-15) 16%
26,977 Working Age 58%
16,176 Older (60+) 35%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.6% 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 Lower Lovacott 333 crimes · March 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Lower Lovacott is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

147 Violence & Sexual Offences
47 Shoplifting
36 Anti-Social Behaviour
31 Public Order
20 Criminal Damage & Arson
15 Other Theft
14 Drugs
6 Robbery
6 Other Crime
4 Burglary
3 Weapons
2 Theft from Person
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
Devon And Cornwall Instow, Fremington & Bickington 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 4 stations

Chapelton (Devon) Train Station 3.6 miles
Barnstaple Train Station 3.7 miles
Umberleigh Train Station 5.7 miles
Portsmouth Arms Train Station 8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Newton Tracey 0.6 miles Horwood 1.2 miles Pristacott 1.4 miles Hiscott 1.4 miles Holmacott 1.4 miles Alverdiscott 1.4 miles Stony Cross 1.4 miles St John's Chapel 1.4 miles Stonyland 1.4 miles Eastacombe 1.4 miles Harracott 2 miles Uppacott 2 miles

Local Government

District North Devon
County Devon
Ward Barnstaple with Pilton
Constituency North Devon
Parish Barnstaple
Region South West

Streets in EX31 30 shown View all streets

A3125 2 A361 6 A377 1 A39 11 A399 3 Abbey Road 3 Adder Lane 1 Alder Glade 1 Allenstyle Close 1 Allenstyle Drive 2 Allenstyle Gardens 1 Allenstyle Road 3 Allenstyle View 1 Allenstyle Way 1 Almond Court 1 Andrew Road 1 Anne Crescent 1 Ashfield Close 1 Ashley Court 2 Aspen Grove 2 Atlantic Highway 2 Aviemore Industrial Estate 1 B3227 2 B3229 2 B3230 8 B3232 8 B3358 3 Babbages 3 Ballards Crescent 1 Ballards Grove 1

Postcodes in EX31 50 shown View all postcodes

EX31 1AB EX31 1AD EX31 1AE EX31 1AF EX31 1AG EX31 1AH EX31 1AJ EX31 1AL EX31 1AN EX31 1AP EX31 1AQ EX31 1AR EX31 1AS EX31 1AT EX31 1BA EX31 1BD EX31 1BE EX31 1BG EX31 1BH EX31 1BJ EX31 1BL EX31 1BN EX31 1BP EX31 1BS EX31 1BU EX31 1BW EX31 1BX EX31 1BZ EX31 1DD EX31 1DE EX31 1DF EX31 1DG EX31 1DH EX31 1DJ EX31 1DP EX31 1DR EX31 1DT EX31 1DW EX31 1DX EX31 1DY EX31 1EA EX31 1EE EX31 1EF EX31 1EG EX31 1EH EX31 1EL EX31 1ER EX31 1ES EX31 1ET EX31 1EU