Area Overview for Crediton Boniface Ward

Crediton: level crossing in Crediton Boniface Ward
Footbridge, Crediton Station in Crediton Boniface Ward
Bridge over River Yeo at Fordton in Crediton Boniface Ward
Pedestrian Bridge at Crediton Station in Crediton Boniface Ward
Walking the dogs, Fordton in Crediton Boniface Ward
Fordton heading to Crediton railway station in Crediton Boniface Ward
Fordton heading away from Crediton railway station in Crediton Boniface Ward
Crediton: Catholic church of St. Boniface in Crediton Boniface Ward
Crediton : St Boniface Catholic Church in Crediton Boniface Ward
Crediton railway station, Devon in Crediton Boniface Ward
Two railway station footbridges, Crediton in Crediton Boniface Ward
Crediton railway station platform benches in Crediton Boniface Ward
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Area Information

Crediton Boniface Ward is an electoral district within the Mid Devon District Council area, situated in the South West of England. The ward covers a compact area of just 3.4 km², making it a small but distinct community within the broader Crediton town council jurisdiction. This district is represented by six town councillors and two district councillors, ensuring local governance remains closely tied to the specific boundaries defined by the Boundary Commission for England. Living in Crediton Boniface Ward means residing within a well-defined geographical unit that operates under established administrative structures. The ward forms a crucial part of the Crediton area, with its limits mapped out in official documents. Prospective homebuyers looking at this district will find it to be a recognised local administrative zone. The concentration of services and the specific identity of the ward shape daily life for residents in this part of Devon. Understanding the ward's precise location and governance structure is the first step in assessing what it means to call this specific patch of land home.

Area Type
District Borough Unitary Ward
Area Size
3.4 km²
Population
Not available
Population Density
Not available

Demographics

The residents of Crediton Boniface Ward lean heavily towards older age groups, with a median age of 70 years. This demographic profile indicates a community where pensioners and retirees form the largest proportion of the population. While specific age breakdowns for other ranges are not available in the current record, the data confirms that the total population skews significantly older than the national average. Home ownership stands at 66 per cent, meaning more than two in three households in Crediton Boniface Ward own their dwelling outright or with a mortgage. This high rate of ownership typically suggests a stable, settled population with a strong connection to the local nurseries and community facilities. Although detailed figures on household composition and predominant ethnic groups are not listed in the provided statistics, the ownership rate offers a clear picture of the financial standing of the area's inhabitants. A community with such a high level of tenure often responds differently to local development initiatives compared to areas dominated by rental markets. The reliance on owner-occupied housing structures social interactions and property maintenance patterns distinctively within this ward.

Household Size

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Accommodation Type

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Tenure

66
majority

Ethnic Group

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Religion

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Household Composition

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Age

70
median
Age: Total
most common

Household Deprivation

N/A
with no deprivation

NS-SEC

29
in Lower managerial occupations

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Planning

Planning Constraints

  • Flood Risk
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  • Ramsar Wetland Sites
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  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
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  • Protected Nature Reserve
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  • Protected Woodland
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Frequently Asked Questions

How does the community age profile in Crediton Boniface Ward compare to national averages?
The median age in Crediton Boniface Ward is 70 years, indicating a significantly older population than the national average. This demographic detail suggests a community dominated by retirees and older adults. When looking at homes in this area, you are likely to encounter established residents rather than young families.

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