About West Alvington

West Alvington is a village located in Devon, England, within the TQ7 postcode area. It lies close to the town of Kingsbridge, providing easy access to local amenities and services. The village features a mix of residential properties and agricultural land, reflecting its rural character. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape. West Alvington is also near the River Kingsbridge, which adds to the appeal of the area. The village is well-connected by road, making it convenient for those wishing to explore the nearby coast and other attractions in South Devon.

School Ratings in West Alvington

Families in West Alvington have access to 12 local schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in West Alvington

Homes sell for an average of £499K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £698K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in West Alvington

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across West Alvington, with 6 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in West Alvington

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places West Alvington around the national average for deprivation. 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 West Alvington

Broadband services in West Alvington range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,698 sales

Average Price £499K
£500 — £6.5M
Detached £698K 1,452
Semi £392K 534
Terraced £297K 828
Flat £280K 476

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

10 Primary
1 Secondary
1 Other
West Alvington Church of England Academy Primary Good 0.2 miles Kingsbridge Academy Secondary 0.4 miles Kingsbridge & District 1.4 miles Kingsbridge Primary School Primary 1.4 miles Charleton Church of England Academy Primary 2 miles Malborough with South Huish Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles Salcombe Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.8 miles Thurlestone All Saints Church of England Academy Primary 2.9 miles Aveton Gifford CofE Primary School Primary 3.2 miles Loddiswell Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles East Allington Primary School Primary Good 4.1 miles Stokenham Area Primary School Primary Good 4.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in West Alvington IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in West Alvington are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
9/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
3/10
3,692 Children (0-15) 15%
13,538 Working Age 55%
10,036 Older (60+) 41%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 23.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.3% 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 West Alvington 57 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in West Alvington 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 small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

24 Violence & Sexual Offences
6 Anti-Social Behaviour
6 Criminal Damage & Arson
5 Public Order
4 Other Theft
4 Shoplifting
3 Weapons
2 Drugs
1 Burglary
1 Robbery
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 1 stations

Ivybridge Train Station 9.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Ticket Wood 0.6 miles Kingsbridge 0.9 miles Dodbrooke 0.9 miles Westville 0.9 miles Upton 1.2 miles Southville 1.2 miles Sutton 1.4 miles Woolston 1.4 miles Churchstow 1.4 miles Sorley 1.9 miles South Milton 2 miles West Charleton 2 miles

Local Government

District South Hams
County Devon
Ward Kingsbridge
Constituency Totnes
Parish Kingsbridge
Region South West

Streets in TQ7 30 shown View all streets

A379 48 A381 15 Acourt Path 1 Allotment Gardens 1 Applegate Way 2 Arnolds Close 1 Arundell Place 3 Ashleigh Road 1 Ashwood Close 1 Aunt Betsey’s Lane 1 Avon Court 1 B3196 2 B3392 8 Backshay Close 1 Backshay Park 1 Badgers Close 1 Badgers Green 1 Bagton Lane 3 Bakers Hill 1 Balkwill Road 4 Baptist Lane 2 Barton Close 1 Beacon Lane 1 Bearscombe Bridge 3 Beckets Road 1 Beechwood Drive 1 Beechwood Park 1 Beer Hill 1 Beesands 3 Belle Cross Road 3

Postcodes in TQ7 50 shown View all postcodes

TQ7 1AA TQ7 1AB TQ7 1AE TQ7 1AF TQ7 1AG TQ7 1AH TQ7 1AJ TQ7 1AL TQ7 1AN TQ7 1AP TQ7 1AR TQ7 1AS TQ7 1AT TQ7 1AU TQ7 1AW TQ7 1AX TQ7 1AZ TQ7 1BA TQ7 1BB TQ7 1BD TQ7 1BE TQ7 1BG TQ7 1BH TQ7 1BJ TQ7 1BL TQ7 1BN TQ7 1BP TQ7 1BQ TQ7 1BS TQ7 1BT TQ7 1BU TQ7 1BW TQ7 1BX TQ7 1BY TQ7 1DA TQ7 1DB TQ7 1DD TQ7 1DE TQ7 1DF TQ7 1DG TQ7 1DH TQ7 1DJ TQ7 1DL TQ7 1DN TQ7 1DP TQ7 1DQ TQ7 1DR TQ7 1DS TQ7 1DT TQ7 1DU