Eight miles north-west of Exeter, Crediton is a small, market town situated in the vale of the River Creedy, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Known historically and locally as Kirton, Crediton has a thriving business community, good schools and an excellent climate owing to its location in the rain shadow of Dartmoor National Park. Shoe-making, tanning, agricultural trade, tin-plating, and the manufacture of confectionery and cider have taken over from Crediton's woollen and serge industries.
As a guide to the prices of property for sale in Crediton, Victorian terraced cottages offering two bedrooms are from £110,000 and terraced houses offering three bedrooms, often with thatched roofs and Grade II listed, are from £150,000. Detached modern houses, with four bedrooms and an integral garage, are available from £200,000. But, if you are looking for property above £400,000, estate agents in Crediton represent a wide variety of impressive new-build and period houses and cottages, often located within breathtaking rural surroundings.
Flats for sale in Crediton are in purpose-built apartment houses and charming period-house conversions, from £80,000 for one bedroom and from £100,000 for two. Please contact Crediton estate agents for details of all flats, cottages and houses currently available.
Amenities for property in Crediton
Crediton has a lively community which enjoys the large number of churches, arts and crafts activities, sports facilities, parks and recreational areas. The Church of the Holy Cross was originally a cathedral before Exeter Cathedral was built, and Crediton still retains its own bishop. There are many primary schools in Crediton and the local grammar school, founded by Edward VI and re-established by Elizabeth I, is a co-educational technology college with accommodation for boarding. Crediton is a very pretty town with lovely old pubs, quality restaurants, cafés, tea rooms and good shops.
Transport in Crediton
Crediton is on the A377 Exeter road and the A3072 for Tiverton. The railway station in Crediton offers a 16-minute journey to Exeter Central, from which there is a good service to London Paddington.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Crediton, which is covered by postcode EX17, you may also like to consider other towns and villages in Devon such as North Tawton, Tiverton, Cullompton, Exeter, Chulmleigh, South Molton, and Newton Abbot.
house, 4 bedrooms
BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED MODERN FAMILY HOME
Standing in an elevated position on the western most fringe of the town commanding sweeping rural and distant Dartmoor views, this beautifully presente
house, 3 bedrooms
Modern 3 Bedroom DETACHED house, located in a tucked away position at the end of the Fernworthy cul-de-sac with good access to the excellent primary school and village
Farms, Estates & Land
Recently constructed modern agricultural buildings measuring 60' x 30' (18.29m x 9.14m) in lovely rural location, on the outskirts of Shobrooke, close to Crediton and having road frontage and...
house, 3 bedrooms
SPACIOUS WELL PRESENTED MODERN DETACHED BUNGALOW
Offering very spacious accommodation is this well presented three bedroom modern detached bungalow. (contd...)
house, 3 bedrooms
An attractive 3 bedroom detached bungalow in a lovely area of Crediton. This property has been considerably updated and is a must see.
house, 4 bedrooms
A fantastic opportunity to acquire a brand new luxury executive detached house in the very sought after village of Newton St Cyres.
house, 3 bedrooms
Absolutely lovely "picture postcard" Devon thatched cottage located in picturesque village setting, first class accommodation full of charm and character with many period features,...
flat, 1 bedroom
A well presented lower ground floor studio flat in good order and occupying a pleasant location on the edge of town, benefiting from communal gardens and parking. The flat is particularly light...
house, 5 bedrooms, 4 reception rooms, 3 bathrooms
A Grade II Listed house with 5 bedrooms, a range of traditional outbuildings (one with planning permission for ancillary accomodation) and delightful terraced gardens with stabling and a...
house, 2 bedrooms
A superbly presented and refurbished semi detached period cottage with many period features in a delightful village location with excellent views of the surrounding countryside.