EX37 encompasses Umberleigh and surrounding rural areas in North Devon, where residential property performance has been modest relative to national trends. Over the past five years, prices have appreciated at a compound annual growth rate of 2.1%, substantially below the UK average, whilst rental yields have grown at 5.2% annually, suggesting stronger demand from the lettings market. Population growth of 0.6% over the same period indicates limited demographic expansion. The district scores 50.6 out of 100 on trajectory metrics, placing it at the 53rd percentile nationally—characterising it as average in terms of market momentum. The postcode remains in the latent gentrification stage, with no evidence of accelerated transformation currently evident.
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- 1Property prices up 0.9% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.2% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.6% per year
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What's changing in Umberleigh · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 1.6 points this month to 49/100, driven mainly by safety.
8 planning applications submitted in EX37 over the last six months, including 1 new build residential scheme, 1 change of use.
- Extension and alterations to dwelling including replacing flat roof above garage with pitched roofJul 2026 · Application is being considered
- Change of use of an ancillary building to holiday accommodation with associated works (affecting public right of way)Apr 2026 · Application is being considered
- Deed of variation for S106 agreement relating to permission 1/0945/2008/FUL (Affordable Housing)Apr 2026 · Application is being considered
Umberleigh (EX37) common questions
Is Umberleigh up and coming?
Umberleigh (EX37) has a trajectory score of 49/100 (Average), placing it in the top 56% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is up 9.6 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Umberleigh safe?
Umberleigh has a safety score of 86/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Umberleigh?
The average property price in Umberleigh (EX37) is £259k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 0.9% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Umberleigh?
The median monthly rent in Umberleigh (EX37) is £790 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Umberleigh?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Chulmleigh (EX18), South Molton (EX36), Barnstaple (EX32), Winkleigh (EX19), Barnstaple (EX31). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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