Local area guide
Living in Cullompton
Around Mill Gardens by Persimmon Homes · Devon
The schools, transport, shops and green spaces that shape day-to-day life — plus local trades who already work in Cullompton.
Area at a glance
Cullompton, at a glance
Schools, transport, what’s nearby — written for new-build buyers settling in.
Living in Cullompton
Cullompton is a thriving historic market town in the heart of Devon, positioned between Exeter to the south and Taunton to the north. Its roots as a wool-trade centre are still visible in the handsome architecture of the town centre, which retains genuine character without feeling like a museum piece. A weekly market, independent shops, traditional pubs, and a calendar of local events and festivals give the town a lively, community-minded atmosphere that larger commuter settlements often lack. The surrounding countryside is quintessential Devon — rolling hills, wooded valleys, and a scattering of villages that reward an afternoon's exploration. For those moving from a city, Cullompton offers a meaningful change of pace while keeping everyday practicalities well within reach.
Schools and education
Families are well served by local provision. Cullompton Community College is the town's secondary school and draws pupils from across the surrounding area, while several primary schools — including Cullompton Primary School — cover the younger years. For those seeking additional choice, Exeter's wider selection of schools, including some with outstanding Ofsted ratings, is accessible within a reasonable drive. The University of Exeter, one of the UK's leading research universities, is also on the doorstep for older students or postgraduate study, adding further educational weight to the area.
Transport and connectivity
Cullompton sits at a genuinely useful crossroads for commuters. Junction 28 of the M5 gives direct motorway access, putting Exeter roughly 15 miles to the south and Taunton a similar distance to the north. Bristol, Plymouth, and the wider South West are all within practical commuting or day-trip range. For rail travel, Tiverton Parkway station — a short drive from Cullompton — provides direct services to London Paddington, making the town a realistic base for those who need to reach the capital regularly. Local bus routes connect Cullompton to Exeter, Tiverton, and surrounding villages, providing an alternative for those without a car. The combination of motorway, rail, and bus links is one of the town's strongest practical assets.
Food, drink and shopping
Nearby essentials
What’s within reach
Straight-line distance from Mill Gardens to the nearest of each.
Nearest supermarket
Tesco Petrol Station
0.5mi
straight line
Nearest GP surgery
Dr J Osborn
0.2mi
straight line
Nearest primary school
St Andrew's Primary School
0.6
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