Clare & Shuttern, Mid Devon: Jobs

More than 40% of Clare & Shuttern's residents work from home — that's the most common way people work here. It's a notably high figure, and it reflects how the neighbourhood is changing. Driving to work comes second, which makes sense given the rural location and limited public transport options. Retail and wholesale is the biggest employer in the neighbourhood. Agriculture comes in second, which you'd expect with all the countryside around. Health and social work, construction, and education all employ significant numbers too. Professional and scientific roles make up a solid chunk of the jobs on offer. What you're seeing is a workforce that's rooted in traditional rural industries but increasingly moving towards knowledge-based and home-based work.