neighbouring areas
Yelverton is a small town on the south-west edge of Dartmoor, halfway between Plymouth and Tavistock. The construction of the railway line in the 19th century ensured Yelverton’s popularity with commuters to Plymouth. The line is now closed, although a mile-long section is run by Plym Valley Railway. During the Second World War, an airfield was constructed near Yelverton to defend Plymouth. Terraced Victorian houses in the village had their upper storey removed to provide an easier approach for aircraft.
If you are looking for houses for sale in Yelverton and only require two or three bedrooms, there are terraced and semi-detached houses available from £145,000. Detached houses, offering four bedrooms, often in remote locations are on the market from £240,000. Above £300,000, estate agents in Yelverton represent a wide variety of old and new houses, often built in stone to traditional designs. At the top end are substantial houses offering five bedrooms including Victorian townhouses and converted farm buildings with prices approaching £500,000.
If you are looking for flats for sale in Yelverton please contact Yelverton estate agents for details of flats currently available and for all cottages and houses.
Amenities for property in Yelverton
Yelverton is within Dartmoor National Park, a stunning resource ideal for long walks, horse riding, mountain biking, rock climbing and fishing for trout in the many rivers. There are a few shops in Yelverton and services such as a post office, hair & beauty salon, car repair garage, grocery stores, tea room & restaurant, and Fox Tor Café. There is also a golf shop for clubs and clothing before teeing up on one of the local courses. Schools in the Yelverton area include Princetown Primary, Lady Modiford’s C of E Primary, Meavy C of E Primary, and Bere Alston Primary. Older children travel to Plymouth for their secondary education, which is also the place to go for serious shopping and entertainment.
Transport in Yelverton
Yelverton is about 10 miles north of Plymouth on the A386. The railway station in Plymouth provides a 60-minute journey to Exeter St David’s via Newton Abbot.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Yelverton, which is covered by postcode PL20, you may also like to consider neighbouring towns and villages such as Tavistock, Lifton, Ivybridge, South Brent, Buckfastleigh, and Beaworthy.