Is teignmouth rough?

Teignmouth is among the top 20 most dangerous small towns in Devon, and is the 53rd most dangerous overall out of Devon’s 430 towns, villages, and cities. The overall crime rate in Teignmouth in 2020 was 40 crimes per 1,000 people.

What is teignmouth like to live in?

Teignmouth is a beautiful and lovely place to live and to bring up children. It’s the best of both worlds. I moved here when I decided to run my own business but I also wanted to live by the sea for a good quality of life.”

What is teignmouth known for?

Teignmouth (/ˈtɪnməθ/ TIN-məth) is a seaside town, fishing port and civil parish in the English county of Devon. Today, its port still operates and the town remains a popular seaside and day trip holiday location.

Is teignmouth worth visiting?

Teignmouth is located where Devon’s River Teign meets the sea. It offers beautiful coastline, a long sandy beach, a busy harbour and attractive countryside. Easily accessible from Devon’s English Riviera, Teignmouth and Shaldon are delightful coastal towns with plenty of character and are well worth a visit.

Is Teignmouth posh?

East Teignmouth is poshest, off Dawlish Road and straddling Woodway Road – up in the hills and close to the sea, but not so close as to hear the rattling trains. Villas and modern detacheds up to Higher Exeter Road.

Is Shaldon expensive?

Shaldon, South Devon Zoopla’s Zed-Index states that the current average value of homes in Shaldon is £450,958. The most expensive home currently for sale in the village is an eight bedroom detached near-waterside house with a £1,250,000 guide price.

Is Teignmouth pretty?

Teignmouth is a stunning coastal town with historic Georgian buildings, long sandy beaches, and fresh local food. The town sits on the edge of the mouth of River Teign and the South Devon coast – and is surrounded by lush Devon countryside, so you won’t find a more beautiful setting for a holiday.

Which is better Exmouth or Teignmouth?

Exmouth is more a resort town. Teignmouth is a resort too and also has a small working port. Both have good local rail and bus links.

Why is the sand red in Teignmouth?

The red sand is the same as that at nearby Dawlish and is due to the local Devonian sandstone from which it is derived.

What shops are there in Teignmouth?

Browse Clothes Shops in Teignmouth, Devon featuring photos, videos, special offers and testimonials to help you choose the right local Clothes Shops for you.

• Peacocks. Is this your business?
• M&Co.
• Tom Thumb.
• Teignmouth Gifts Shop.
• Buckeridge Enterprises Ltd.
• The Sail Loft.
• Shop Dead Gorgeous.
• Triangle Pet Shop.

Where is better to live north or south Devon?

South Devon is better if you want a more sedate Mediterranean climate. The prolonged surge of dramatic waves has carved out the rugged coastline of North Devon. There are smaller beaches along the coast of North Devon but the beaches of Woolacombe and Saunton Sands are better if you’re looking for a long beach walk.

Can you swim at Shaldon beach?

Sailing, swimming, canoeing and rowing are all popular here. Shaldon is also a good family beach with plenty of amenities close to hand and all the usual beach activities including shell collecting. When the tide is in, the beach makes a good spot to watch the boats coming into the harbour at Teignmouth.