McCarthy Stone Resales

Pinnoc Mews

Retirement living in Topsham, Devon

Operated by McCarthy Stone Resales

For sale
NeighbourhoodHigh Retirement CommunityPeaceful Neighbourhood
What do these badges mean?
  • High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
  • Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
AddressEX4 8GD

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About

Pinnoc Mews is a retirement development operated by McCarthy Stone Resales. It offers one and two bedroom apartments designed for people aged over 60, and it is available to buy. A House Manager oversees the day-to-day running of the development. Residents can use the communal lounges and landscaped gardens, and a guest suite is available for visiting family and friends.

The development is on the outskirts of Exeter, Devon, with a close-knit community feel. ALDI, Sainsburys and LIDL are each about a 7-minute walk away, and a post office, pharmacy, medical facilities and banks are nearby. Exeter city centre, with its museums, cathedral, galleries and theatres, is within reach, and the Princesshay Shopping Centre is about a 16-minute drive away.

What's nearby

GP surgery650 m
A&E: Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford)1.7 miles
Pub or bar50 m
  • Near a main road

Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.

What’s in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsPlentiful
  • Play SpacePlentiful
  • Golf CourseLimited
  • Public ParkPlentiful
  • Tennis CourtPlentiful
  • Bowling GreenSparse
  • Playing FieldAmple

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsSparse
  • Restaurants & CafesSparse
  • Retail ShoppingLimited
  • SupermarketsAmple
  • TakeawaysAdequate

Gallery

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what Devon pays care homes.
YearCouncil rate (per week)
2024£1,054
2025£1,110

Local health safety net

Pinnoc Mews is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford), 1.7 miles away. The local GP practice is WHIPTON SURGERY, 0.4 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford) · 1.7 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
WHIPTON SURGERY · 0.4 mi

Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.

Costs at a glance

TenureFor sale

Figures are indicative and provided by the operator. Use the calculator below to estimate the long-term cost of ownership.

The real 10-year cost of a retirement flat

The purchase price is only part of the picture. Service charges and an event (deferred-management) fee on resale add up — and retirement flats often don’t rise in value like ordinary homes. Adjust the figures below to see an illustrative total for Pinnoc Mews.

Purchase price£250,000
Service charges (10 yrs × £6,000)+ £60,000
Estimated resale value after 10 yrs£250,000
Event / deferred fee (10% of resale)− £25,000
Amount returned on sale£225,000
Illustrative cost of 10 years here£85,000

≈ £8,500/year · £163/week

Illustrative only — a transparent model, not a quote, valuation or prediction. Event fees, service charges and resale values vary by scheme and contract; confirm the actual figures and full lease terms with the operator before deciding.

Community & connection in Topsham

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Exminster Pensioners Club

The object of the club shall be to promote the welfare of the aged and retired. Monthly meetings, outings, annual holiday and Christmas dinner. Meet at the Victory Hall, Exminster on the first…

1.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (289213)
Charity

Age UK Devon

Age UK Devon's mission is to improve the lives of older people in Devon through delivering services that: * Increase independence*Tackle loneliness & isolation*Improve health & wellbeing*Make the…

2.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1019018)
Charity

Friends of Heavitree Health Centre

Provide transport to medical appointments.Provide transport and assistance with shopping.Provide transport and assistance to lunch clubs.Social drop in club for carers and ex carers.Carers support…

2.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1037303)
Charity

Exeter Community Transport Association

Provision of transport services to disabled persons including Ring & Ride service, hire of wheelchairs and mobility equipment.

3.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1129560)
Charity

Age UK Exeter

To promote the well-being of all older people in Exeter and help make later life a fulfilling and enjoyable experience.

3.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1010973)
Charity

East Teignbridge Community Transport Association

Provision of transport for elderly, disabled and people with special needs and community groups

7.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1168994)

Part of McCarthy Stone Resales

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Information last reviewed October 2026.

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