Newport
Ward in North Devon, Devon, England
| Coordinates: | 51.07, -4.043 |
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| OS grid ref: | SS 56 32 |
| Dialling code: | 01271 (Barnstaple) |
Newport is an electoral ward in North Devon, Devon, England, occupying a compact area close to the urban fringe where town gives way to countryside. It benefits from easy access to the larger market town nearby and the scenic features of the region, with the estuary, coast and Exmoor uplands all within a short drive, making it convenient for commuters and outdoor enthusiasts alike.
The ward is largely residential, a mix of older terraces and more modern housing, with local shops, community facilities and small businesses serving day-to-day needs. There are local community groups and parish-level political activity typical of North Devon wards, and the area reflects the county’s blend of maritime and rural heritage alongside contemporary suburban life.
Postcode districts covering Newport
Most populated places nearby
- Barnstaple 1 mile1.6 km
- Bideford 8.1 miles13 km
- Ilfracombe 9.7 miles15.6 km
Neighbouring places
- Barnstaple with Westacott Ward 0.6 miles1 km
- Barnstaple Central Ward 0.9 miles1.5 km
- Barnstaple Built-up area 1 mile1.6 km
- Westacott Built-up area 1 mile1.6 km
- Bishop's Tawton Built-up area 1.1 miles1.8 km
- Roundswell Ward 1.2 miles2 km
- Barnstaple with Pilton Ward 1.4 miles2.3 km
- Landkey Built-up area 1.7 miles2.8 km
- Pilton West Parish 1.8 miles2.9 km
- Tawstock Parish 2.1 miles3.4 km
- Goodleigh Built-up area 2.3 miles3.7 km
- Bickington Built-up area 2.4 miles3.8 km
Example postcodes in Newport
EX32 0HU, EX32 9HA, EX32 9BQ, EX32 9DQ, EX32 9JH, EX32 9FH, EX32 9HZ, EX32 9LT, EX32 9AS … See all
Transport links
- Exeter International Airport 35.9 miles57.8 km
- Cardiff Airport 37.8 miles60.8 km
- Barnstaple Railway Station 0.9 miles1.5 km
- Chapelton Railway Station 3.8 miles6.1 km
Hotels near Newport Ad
- The Park Hotel 4 0.6 miles0.9 km
- The Imperial Hotel 4 0.8 miles1.3 km
- The Barnstaple Hotel 3 1.8 miles2.8 km
- The Royal & Fortescue 3 0.9 miles1.5 km
- Hunters Lodge 4.1 miles6.6 km
- The Commodore Hotel 3 6.1 miles9.8 km
- Seagate 6.5 miles10.5 km
- The George 9.8 miles15.7 km
- Saunton Sands Hotel Source Spa and Wellness 4 8.4 miles13.5 km
- Croyde Bay Hotel Or Self Catering 4 9.2 miles14.9 km
Schools in Newport
- Newport Community School Primary Academy Primary
- The Lampard Community School Special
- The Park Community School Secondary
Local points of interest
- Braunton Burrows Hill 7.3 miles11.8 km
- Saunton Sands Beach 8.1 miles13.1 km
- Putsborough Beach Beach 9.4 miles15.1 km
- Mouthmill Beach Beach 17.1 miles27.6 km
- Brownsham Wood Historic site 18 miles28.9 km