About Shaugh Prior

Shaugh Prior is a village located in Devon, England, within the PL7 postcode area. It is situated near the edge of Dartmoor National Park, offering easy access to the park's natural landscapes. The village features a small community with local amenities, including a pub and a church. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for walking and exploring the outdoors. The village is characterised by its traditional Devonshire architecture, with stone cottages and scenic views of the nearby moors. Shaugh Prior is also close to the River Plym, which adds to the area's appeal for those interested in nature and outdoor activities. The village serves as a convenient base for visitors wishing to explore Dartmoor and its various attractions.

School Ratings in Shaugh Prior

Families in Shaugh Prior have access to 48 local schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Shaugh Prior

Homes sell for an average of £265K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £235K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Shaugh Prior

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Public order is the leading concern across Shaugh Prior, with 9 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Shaugh Prior

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Shaugh Prior among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Shaugh Prior

Shaugh Prior benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,622 sales

Average Price £265K
£650 — £13.23M
Detached £381K 870
Semi £235K 1,996
Terraced £206K 1,185
Flat £142K 374

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

28 Primary
7 Secondary
13 Other
Shaugh Prior Primary School Primary 0.4 miles The Wildings Lovaton 1.7 miles Meavy Church of England Primary School Primary 2.3 miles Bickleigh Down Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles Widewell Primary Academy Primary 3.2 miles Thornbury Primary School Primary 3.3 miles Heather Bridge School Good 3.4 miles University of St Mark & St John Good 3.5 miles Oakwood Primary Academy Primary 3.5 miles Plymbridge Children's Centre 3.6 miles Plym Bridge Nursery School and Day Care Nursery Good 3.6 miles Tor Bridge High Secondary Good 3.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Shaugh Prior IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Shaugh Prior experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
7/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
8/10
8,137 Children (0-15) 18%
26,581 Working Age 58%
13,696 Older (60+) 30%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 21.5% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.7% 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 Shaugh Prior 101 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Shaugh Prior are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

60 Violence & Sexual Offences
9 Public Order
9 Shoplifting
7 Other Theft
6 Criminal Damage & Arson
4 Anti-Social Behaviour
2 Burglary
2 Other Crime
1 Drugs
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
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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 5 stations

Bere Ferrers Train Station 5.6 miles
Bere Alston Train Station 6.7 miles
Ivybridge Train Station 7.6 miles
Saltash Train Station 7.6 miles
Calstock Train Station 7.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bickleigh 1.4 miles Wotter 1.4 miles Hoo Meavy 1.4 miles Lee Moor 1.8 miles Clearbrook 1.8 miles Lovaton 1.9 miles Meavy 2.5 miles Roborough 2.6 miles Sheepstor 2.6 miles Chub Tor 2.6 miles Woolwell 2.8 miles Yelverton 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Plymouth
County Devon
Ward Plympton Erle
Constituency South West Devon
Parish Plymouth, unparished area
Region South West

Streets in PL7 30 shown View all streets

A38 2 Acorn Gardens 1 Almeria Court 1 Almond Drive 1 Alston Park 1 Amados Close 1 Amados Drive 2 Amados Rise 1 Ashcombe Close 1 Ashleigh Way 1 Ashwood Close 1 Ashwood Park Road 1 Aspen Gardens 1 Auctioneers Close 1 Aycliffe Gardens 1 Aylwin Close 2 B3417 1 Back Lane 3 Bainbridge Court 2 Bakers Close 1 Barbican road 6 Barn Close 3 Barnfield Drive 1 Barton Close 1 Beauly Close 1 Beckford Close 1 Beechwood Way 3 Bell Close 4 Bellingham Crescent 1 Birchland Road 4

Postcodes in PL7 50 shown View all postcodes

PL7 1AA PL7 1AB PL7 1AD PL7 1AE PL7 1AF PL7 1AG PL7 1AH PL7 1AJ PL7 1AL PL7 1AP PL7 1FQ PL7 1FR PL7 1GB PL7 1HE PL7 1HG PL7 1HL PL7 1HS PL7 1HT PL7 1HU PL7 1JA PL7 1JB PL7 1JD PL7 1JE PL7 1JF PL7 1JG PL7 1JH PL7 1JJ PL7 1JL PL7 1JN PL7 1JP PL7 1JQ PL7 1JR PL7 1JS PL7 1JT PL7 1JU PL7 1JW PL7 1JX PL7 1JY PL7 1JZ PL7 1LA PL7 1LB PL7 1LD PL7 1LE PL7 1LJ PL7 1LN PL7 1LP PL7 1LR PL7 1LS PL7 1LU PL7 1LW