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AskBart lists 23 retirement developments in and around Devon, run by 4 operators. 23 offer homes to buy from £168,000, and 14 to rent. The average home in West Devon sold for £286,145 (HM Land Registry, June 2026).

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23 developments found
Buckerell Lodge care homeVerified

McCarthy Stone

Nestled in the heart of Exeter, Buckerell Lodge presents an exceptional retirement living opportunity for those aged 60 and above. This idyllic property is perfectly positioned near the tranquil…

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Starting from £250,000
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Foxglove Place care homeVerified

McCarthy Stone

Nestled in the charming market town of Cullompton, Foxglove Place by McCarthy Stone offers a serene retirement living experience. This development boasts 42 beautifully designed, spacious apartments…

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Starting from £180,000
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Honiton care homeVerified

Churchill Retirement Living

Nestled on the picturesque banks of the River Otter in Honiton, this charming town offers an idyllic setting for your retirement. The Churchill Retirement Living community here presents 57 newly…

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Starting from £299,950
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Lockyer Lodge care homeVerified

Churchill Retirement Living

Tucked away near the charming coastal town of Sidmouth, you'll find the delightful Lockyer Lodge. This splendid development comprises 40 one and two-bedroom apartments, specifically designed for…

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Starting from £332,950
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Pym CourtVerified

McCarthy Stone

Pym Court is a retirement living development operated by McCarthy Stone, available on both a leasehold purchase and rental basis.

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SidmouthVerified

McCarthy Stone

Sidmouth is a retirement development operated by McCarthy Stone, offering properties available to both buy and rent.

Starting from £310,000
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Retirement living across Devon

Devon in numbers

Retirement developments listed23
Operators4 (largest: McCarthy Stone, 9; Churchill Living, 7; McCarthy Stone Resales, 5)
With homes to buy23
With homes to rent14
Lowest guide price£168,000
Average guide price£246,180
Types of livingcommunity 5
Average sold price, West Devon (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£286,145

Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

About Devon

Devon offers a strong network of retirement-living schemes across the South West, with plenty of choice and mostly positive care ratings. If you value coastal access, countryside, and established community ties in the region, it's worth exploring in detail — but costs and distance from major hospitals deserve careful thought.

What retirement living costs in Devon

To buy — from
£168,000
To buy — average
£246,180

House prices in West Devon

The average house price in West Devon is £286,145, based on HM Land Registry data. The graph shows sold-price trends by property type over the last 30 years.

Average price by property type

All property types
£286,145
Detached
£433,459
Semi-detached
£287,502
Terraced
£217,256
Flats & maisonettes
£144,257

Source: HM Land Registry UK House Price Index, to Jun 2026 (Open Government Licence v3.0). Figures are area averages for the wider local authority, not retirement properties specifically.

Is Devon a good retirement location?

Devon is a well-provisioned region for retirement living, with 30 schemes on the register and high standards of care: 22 rated good and 3 outstanding by the CQC. It suits people who want to stay rooted in the South West, value outdoor living and community, and can afford the regional care-fees picture. Homes tend to be mid-sized (around 50 beds on average), offering a middle ground between intimate and self-contained living. It's less ideal if you rely heavily on proximity to major teaching hospitals or prefer lower-cost regions.

Health & support

  • Medical access: Devon has GP surgeries and pharmacies throughout, though distances to emergency care depend on which part of the county you choose; Exeter is the main hub for hospital services.
  • Safety: Check recorded crime figures for your specific town or neighbourhood; Devon's crime rates vary by area and should guide your choice.
  • Family & connection: Consider how close your family and existing support networks are; if they're scattered further afield, retirement here may feel isolating without strong local friendships.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Care fees in Devon retirement-living schemes sit broadly in line with or above the national average; shop around carefully and compare what's included.
  • Transport: Buses and trains serve most Devon towns and link to Exeter and beyond, though some rural locations are car-dependent; walking around your chosen neighbourhood is worth checking.
  • Housing options: A range of 30 retirement-living schemes gives real choice across the county, with homes typically mid-sized (around 50 beds), so you're unlikely to find huge complexes or very small operations.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Devon's countryside and coastal access are significant strengths; many schemes are near parks, coastal walks, and countryside. Local clubs and community groups are well-established in most towns.
  • Community: Retirement-living schemes often run social activities and memory cafés; Devon's settled communities mean good potential for new friendships and volunteer networks.
  • Climate: The South West is milder than much of the UK, though winters can still be wet; springs and autumns are often pleasant.

Things to weigh up

  • Distance from major hospitals: Emergency care may mean a journey; if you have complex health needs, check the nearest A&E carefully.
  • Regional care costs: Fees are not especially cheap; if affordability is tight, compare against lower-cost regions or check for schemes with higher proportions of funded places.
  • Relocation distance: If family is elsewhere in the UK, retirement to Devon is a bigger step; weigh isolation risk against the appeal of the region itself.

Common questions

How many retirement developments are there in Devon?

AskBart lists 23 retirement developments in and around Devon. The largest operators are McCarthy Stone (9), Churchill Living (7) and McCarthy Stone Resales (5).

How much does a retirement property in Devon cost to buy?

Guide prices at the 23 developments with homes to buy start at £168,000, and average £246,180. Service charges and any event or exit fees are extra; check each listing.

Can I rent a retirement property in Devon?

Yes: 14 of the 23 developments offer homes to rent.

What types of retirement living are there in Devon?

community (5).

What do homes sell for in West Devon?

The average home in West Devon sold for £286,145 in June 2026, according to HM Land Registry's UK House Price Index.

Is retirement living in Devon regulated by the CQC?

No. Retirement housing isn't rated by the Care Quality Commission. Where a development offers on-site personal care, that care service is registered with the regulator separately.

Weighing up your options in Devon?

Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Devon:

Need more support than visiting care can give?Compare care homes in DevonPrefer to stay in your own home with visiting carers?See home care in Devon

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