About Shute

Shute is a small village located in Devon, England, within the postcode area EX17. The village is surrounded by the picturesque Devon countryside, providing a peaceful environment for residents and visitors alike. Shute is primarily a residential area, with a few local amenities that serve the community. One notable feature of Shute is its proximity to the historic Shute Barton, a Grade I listed manor house that dates back to the 16th century. The village is also near the larger town of Axminster, which offers additional services, shops, and restaurants. Shute is well-positioned for those looking to explore the wider region of Devon, including its beautiful coastlines and rural landscapes.

School Ratings in Shute

Shute is served by 22 schools. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Shute

Property prices average £338K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £431K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Shute

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Shute, with 2 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Shute

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Shute 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 Shute

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Shute, 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 3,025 sales

Average Price £338K
£800 — £11.71M
Detached £431K 1,130
Semi £274K 569
Terraced £222K 867
Flat £126K 153

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

15 Primary
1 Secondary
6 Other
Newton St Cyres Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Thorverton Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Brampford Speke Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Stoke Canon Church of England Primary School and Pre-School Primary Good 3.1 miles Hayward's Primary School Primary Good 3.6 miles Thomas Hall School All-through Requires Improvement 3.7 miles Cheriton Fitzpaine Primary School Primary Good 3.9 miles Queen Elizabeth's Secondary Good 4.2 miles Sandford School Primary Good 4.3 miles University of Exeter Good 4.3 miles Silverton Church of England Primary School Primary 4.3 miles Exwick Heights Primary School Primary Good 4.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Shute IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Shute 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
1/10
Living Environment
3/10
5,963 Children (0-15) 16%
21,107 Working Age 58%
12,653 Older (60+) 35%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 23.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.9% 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 Shute 5 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Shute falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Criminal damage & arson 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.

2 Criminal Damage & Arson
2 Violence & Sexual Offences
1 Public Order
Local Policing
Devon And Cornwall Crediton Rural South 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

Newton St Cyres Train Station 1.2 miles
Crediton Train Station 3.5 miles
St James Park (Exeter) Train Station 4.8 miles
Polsloe Bridge Train Station 5.2 miles
Exeter St Thomas Train Station 5.4 miles
Pinhoe Train Station 5.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Nettacott 0.9 miles Sweetham 0.9 miles Raddon 1.4 miles Uppincott 1.4 miles Newton St Cyres 1.8 miles Pye Corner 1.8 miles Shobrooke 1.9 miles Half Moon Village 1.9 miles Berrysbridge 2 miles Langford 2 miles Thorverton 2.2 miles Brampford Speke 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Mid Devon
County Devon
Ward Boniface
Constituency Central Devon
Parish Crediton
Region South West

Streets in EX17 30 shown View all streets

A3072 32 A3124 1 A377 29 Albert Close 1 Albert Place 1 Albert Road 1 Alexander Court 2 Alexandra Close 1 Alexandra Road 5 Alexandra Way 1 Allison Lane 1 Ambrosia Close 1 Ash Court 1 Avranches Avenue 1 B3042 5 B3137 1 B3220 3 Back Lane 1 Barn Hill 2 Barn Park 2 Barnfield 6 Barnfield Close 1 Barnshill Close 1 Barton Close 1 Barton Lane 1 Bassetts Close 1 Beech Park 1 Beers Hill 3 Belle Avenue 1 Belle Court 1

Postcodes in EX17 50 shown View all postcodes

EX17 1AA EX17 1AB EX17 1AD EX17 1AE EX17 1AF EX17 1AG EX17 1AH EX17 1AJ EX17 1AL EX17 1AN EX17 1AP EX17 1AQ EX17 1AR EX17 1AS EX17 1AT EX17 1AU EX17 1AW EX17 1AX EX17 1AY EX17 1AZ EX17 1BA EX17 1BB EX17 1BD EX17 1BE EX17 1BG EX17 1BH EX17 1BJ EX17 1BL EX17 1BN EX17 1BP EX17 1BQ EX17 1BR EX17 1BS EX17 1BT EX17 1BU EX17 1BW EX17 1BX EX17 1BY EX17 1BZ EX17 1DA EX17 1DB EX17 1DD EX17 1DE EX17 1DF EX17 1DG EX17 1DH EX17 1DJ EX17 1DL EX17 1DN EX17 1DP