Local area guide

Living in Plymouth

Around Sherford by Taylor Wimpey · Devon

The schools, transport, shops and green spaces that shape day-to-day life — plus local trades who already work in Plymouth.

Area at a glance

Plymouth, at a glance

Schools, transport, what’s nearby — written for new-build buyers settling in.

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Sherford benefits from excellent connectivity, sitting just 4 miles from Plymouth city centre with direct A38 access for journeys to Exeter and Cornwall. The development includes its own primary school within the community, with Plymouth's secondary schools easily accessible by car or bus. Essential shopping needs are met locally with planned retail units, while major supermarkets in nearby Plymstock provide comprehensive grocery options. Plymouth's Royal Citadel, The Barbican, and National Marine Aquarium offer cultural attractions, while families enjoy easy access to Dartmoor National Park and South Devon's beaches. The area boasts strong transport links including Plymouth railway station connecting to London, Bristol, and the South West. Local dining options are developing within Sherford itself, complemented by Plymouth's diverse restaurant scene. The nearby South Hams villages provide traditional pub dining, while the development's planned town centre will house cafés and eateries as the community grows.

Nearby essentials

What’s within reach

Straight-line distance from Sherford to the nearest of each.

Nearest supermarket

Iceland Foods

1.2mi

straight line

Nearest GP surgery

Pathfields Practice Within Plympton Health Centre

1.2mi

straight line

Nearest primary school

Sherford Vale Primary School

0.6mi

straight line

Nearest train station

Plymouth

4.6mi

straight line

Town centre

Plymouth

4.5mi

straight line

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