About Stowford

Stowford is a small village located in Devon, England, within the EX37 postcode area. It is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Devonshire countryside, providing a peaceful setting for residents and visitors alike. The village features traditional stone houses and a few local amenities, making it a practical place for everyday needs. The area is well-suited for outdoor activities, with various walking paths and opportunities to explore the surrounding landscape. Stowford is conveniently situated for those wishing to visit nearby towns and attractions, offering a quiet retreat while still being accessible to the wider region.

School Ratings in Stowford

Stowford is served by 12 schools. A further 2 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Stowford

Property prices average £370K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £443K.

Deprivation and Employment in Stowford

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Stowford 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 Stowford

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Stowford, 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 607 sales

Average Price £370K
£2K — £2.1M
Detached £443K 271
Semi £276K 87
Terraced £240K 97
Flat £94K 1

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

10 Primary
2 Other
Umberleigh Primary Academy Primary 1.7 miles Swimbridge Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Filleigh Community Primary School Primary 2.7 miles Landkey Community Primary Academy Primary 3.5 miles High Bickington Church of England Primary Academy Primary Good 4.1 miles West Buckland School 4.1 miles Bishops Tawton Primary School Primary Good 4.4 miles Orchard Vale Community School Primary 4.7 miles Holywell Church of England School Primary 4.8 miles The Lampard Community School 4.8 miles Newport Community School Primary Academy Primary 4.9 miles Goodleigh Church of England Primary School Primary Good 5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Stowford IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Stowford 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
4/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
1/10
Living Environment
2/10
2,608 Children (0-15) 15%
10,242 Working Age 58%
6,461 Older (60+) 37%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 30.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 15.5% 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

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Umberleigh Train Station 1.9 miles
Chapelton (Devon) Train Station 2.7 miles
Portsmouth Arms Train Station 4.5 miles
Barnstaple Train Station 5.7 miles
Kings Nympton Train Station 6.3 miles
Eggesford Train Station 9.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

East Stowford 0.6 miles Cobbaton 0.6 miles Chittlehampton 0.9 miles Townsend 0.9 miles Furze 1.2 miles Swimbridge 1.9 miles Eastacott 1.9 miles Kerscott 2 miles Heddon 2.2 miles Hannaford 2.2 miles Umberleigh 2.2 miles Yarnacott 2.5 miles

Local Government

District North Devon
County Devon
Ward Chittlehampton
Constituency North Devon
Parish Chittlehampton
Region South West

Streets in EX37 30 shown View all streets

A377 14 B3217 4 B3226 5 B3227 10 Back Lane 1 Barton Meadow Road 1 Breakneck Hill 1 Cole Meadow 1 Common Head 1 Doomsford Lane 1 East Street 3 Easter Hill 1 Fairways Close 1 Fairways Drive 2 Fairways View 1 Firebeacon Lane 1 Fountain Fields 1 Golland Lane 1 High Street 1 Higher Meadows 2 Highfield Close 1 Hill Head 1 Little Bickington Courtyard 2 Mallets Lane 1 Mayflower Close 2 Meadow Park Drive 1 Meethe Hill 1 Mill Lane 1 Mill Road 2 Newnham Lane 1

Postcodes in EX37 50 shown View all postcodes

EX37 9AA EX37 9AB EX37 9AD EX37 9AE EX37 9AF EX37 9AG EX37 9AH EX37 9AJ EX37 9AL EX37 9AN EX37 9AP EX37 9AQ EX37 9AR EX37 9AS EX37 9AT EX37 9AU EX37 9AW EX37 9AX EX37 9AY EX37 9AZ EX37 9BA EX37 9BB EX37 9BD EX37 9BE EX37 9BG EX37 9BH EX37 9BJ EX37 9BL EX37 9BN EX37 9BP EX37 9BQ EX37 9BR EX37 9BS EX37 9BT EX37 9BU EX37 9BW EX37 9BX EX37 9BY EX37 9BZ EX37 9DA EX37 9DB EX37 9DD EX37 9DE EX37 9DF EX37 9DG EX37 9DH EX37 9DJ EX37 9DL EX37 9DN EX37 9DP