Lapford, Crediton, EX17 6GA

Lapford is a village and civil parish in Mid Devon in the English county of Devon. It had a population of 993 in 2001, reducing to 867 at the 2011 census, and increasing to 990 in 2021. The village is part of the Taw Valley ward, whose population at the 2011 census was 1,629. Located within the EX 17 postal district, Lapford lies in a rural part of Devon, offering a sense of community typical of small English villages. The demographic trend shows a modest decline in the early 2000s followed by a recent rebound, suggesting a stable local population. As a civil parish, Lapford likely has its own parish council and local amenities that serve residents, reflecting the typical governance structure of villages in this region.