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Chagford, Devon

South West England · Population 1,388 · 2.2 sq miles

Avg House Price
£365,000
Schools Rated Good+
100%
Crime vs National
Well below average
Avg Broadband
36 Mbps
Nearest GP
0.2 miles

Chagford is one of the most delightful and independent-spirited small towns on Dartmoor — a medieval stannary town on the eastern edge of Dartmoor National Park with an excellent range of independent shops, restaurants and a cultural life quite disproportionate to its size. Despite a population of just 1,388, it sustains an arts scene, film society and food culture that regularly attracts visitors from Exeter.


The town is the starting point for some of the finest walking in Devon — the high tors, ancient clapper bridges, stone circles and wild ponies of central Dartmoor begin virtually on the doorstep. The celebrated Gidleigh Park hotel (2 Michelin stars at its peak) is 2 miles downstream. The spectacular Teign Gorge and Castle Drogo (NT) are within easy reach.

Data last updated: June 2026 · Sources: ONS, Land Registry, Ofsted, Police.uk, Ofcom, NHS Digital
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Housing & Property Prices

HM Land Registry
Average Price
£365,000
All property types
Detached
£535,000
Average sold price
Semi-detached
£325,000
Average sold price
Terraced
£264,000
Average sold price
Flat / Maisonette
£184,000
Average sold price
Annual Change
+3.6%
vs previous year
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Schools & Ofsted Ratings

Ofsted
Outstanding
1
schools
Good
1
schools
Requires Improvement
0
schools
Inadequate
0
schools
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Crime Statistics

Police.uk
Crime Rate
12
per 1,000 residents
vs National Avg
Well below average
England & Wales
Most Common
Anti-social behaviour
crime category
Anti-social behaviour
8
Violence & sexual
5
Burglary
2
Vehicle crime
2
Shoplifting
1
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Broadband & Connectivity

Ofcom
Average Download
36 Mbps
median speed
Superfast Coverage
70%
30 Mbps+
Ultrafast Coverage
18%
100 Mbps+
Full Fibre (FTTP)
8%
premises
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Health & NHS Access

NHS Digital
Nearest GP Surgery
Chagford Medical Centre
0.2 miles away
NHS Trust
Royal Devon & Exeter NHS FT
responsible trust
Nearest Hospital
Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital
18.4 miles
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Environment & Green Space

DEFRA / ONS
Air Quality Index
Good
annual average
Green Space
78%
of local area
Flood Risk
Low
Environment Agency
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Transport & Connectivity

DfT / National Rail
Nearest Station
Exeter St Davids Railway Station
18.4 miles
To London
2h 10m
approx by rail
Nearest Motorway
A30
8.4 miles
Nearest Airport
Exeter Airport
18 miles
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Chagford at a Glance — Area Scorecard

TownData.co.uk
Overall
9.0
Excellent
Family Life
9.0
Excellent
Schools
9.0
Excellent
Transport
4.0
Poor
Nightlife
4.0
Poor
Value for Money
7.0
Very Good
Safety
10.0
Excellent
Green Space
10.0
Excellent

Scores calculated from official data sources including ONS, Police.uk, Ofsted and Ofcom. Rated out of 10.

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Who is Chagford Good For?

TownData.co.uk
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Families
✅ Great for families
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Commuters
❌ Poor transport links
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Students
❌ Limited student life
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Retirees
✅ Peaceful & well-served
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Young Professionals
❌ Limited for young pros
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First-Time Buyers
⚡ Moderate affordability
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Outdoor Lovers
✅ Excellent green space
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Nightlife Seekers
❌ Better options elsewhere
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Things to Do & Local Attractions

VisitBritain
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    Dartmoor National Park
    Chagford is the finest base on the eastern Dartmoor fringe — high tors, stone circles, clapper bridges and wild ponies begin immediately west of the town.
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    Scorhill Stone Circle
    One of the finest Bronze Age stone circles in England — 4 miles west of Chagford on the open moor. 23 standing stones in a wild moorland setting of remarkable atmosphere.
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    Gidleigh Park Hotel
    One of England's most celebrated country house hotels 2 miles from Chagford, in a magical setting above the River Teign. The restaurant has held Michelin stars.
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    River Teign & Fingle Gorge
    The River Teign runs through a spectacular wooded gorge below Chagford — the walk downstream to Drogo Castle and Fingle Bridge is one of Devon's finest riverside walks.
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    Castle Drogo (NT)
    The last castle built in England (1910-1930), designed by Edwin Lutyens in granite above the Teign Gorge. Outstanding architecture and valley views.
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Nearby Towns & Villages

ONS / Ordnance Survey
Moretonhampstead
4.8 miles south
Okehampton
12.8 miles west
Exeter
18.4 miles east
Bovey Tracey
10.4 miles south
Drewsteignton
4.4 miles north
Throwleigh
4.8 miles west
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Weather & Climate

Met Office
Jan
7°C
Feb
7°C
Mar
9°C
Apr
11°C
May
14°C
Jun
17°C
Jul
19°C
Aug
19°C
Sep
16°C
Oct
12°C
Nov
9°C
Dec
7°C
Annual Rainfall
1140mm
mm per year
Sunshine Hours
1640 hrs
per year
Warmest Month
July/Aug
avg high 19°C
Coldest Month
January
avg low 2°C
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chagford a nice place to live?
Chagford is a settlement in Devon. It has 100% of schools rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted, average house prices of £365,000, and crime that is well below average the national average. Use the sections above to explore the full data profile.
What is the average house price in Chagford?
The average house price in Chagford is £365,000 according to HM Land Registry. This covers all property types. See the housing section above for a full breakdown by property type and annual price change.
Is Chagford safe to live in?
Chagford's crime rate is well below average the national average. See the crime section above for a full breakdown by category.
What are the schools like in Chagford?
100% of schools in Chagford are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. See the schools section above for a full list with individual Ofsted ratings.
How fast is broadband in Chagford?
Average broadband download speeds in Chagford are 36 Mbps according to Ofcom. See the broadband section above for superfast and full-fibre coverage figures.

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