Ebford is a small residential area within the Exeter postal district EX3, situated near the River Clyst and close to the town of Topsham. The locality offers a quiet, suburban setting with historical ties to the Anglo‑Saxon name Toppa's village.
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Ebford lies within the Exeter postal district EX3, forming part of the broader area surrounding the historic town of Topsham in Devon. The River Clyst runs through the region, providing a natural waterway that historically linked Topsham with nearby settlements such as Ebford and Exton. The name Topsham is Anglo‑Saxon, meaning Toppa's village, reflecting the area's early medieval roots. In recent history, the village of Topsham was associated with Margaret Dorothy Green, a senior Royal College of Nursing employee who played a key role in establishing the UKCC and introducing reforms to nurse education. While the primary focus of Ebford is residential, its proximity to Topsham and the river offers a peaceful setting within reach of Exeter’s urban amenities.