Milber sits within Newton Abbot's wider Buckland & Milber neighbourhood, offering a genuinely affordable slice of South Devon living. Detached homes average £358,300, with flats starting from around £109,300, and the area has its own railway station linking you straight to Exeter and Plymouth. Crime rates are falling here, and you'll find solid everyday amenities on your doorstep, including GP surgeries, dentists, a decent mix of restaurants and cafes, plus Good-rated schools nearby. The surrounding neighbourhoods reinforce this picture of a well-connected, family-friendly area. Bushell, College, Kingsteignton East and Kingsteignton West all back this up with strong healthcare provision, multiple GP practices, and schools that consistently earn "Good" Ofsted ratings. Transport is a real strength across the board, whether that's Milber's own railway station, Bushell's bus station, or the A380 giving Kingsteignton residents quick access to Newton Abbot and Exeter. House prices follow a similar pattern throughout, with detached homes typically ranging from £358,000 to £399,500 and flats offering the best value, often between £110,000 and £153,000. Crime trends are a consistent positive, with every neighbourhood reporting falling rates, some sharply so over the past two years. Air quality is good throughout, helped by the mild South Devon climate, and families have plenty of schooling options, from Good-rated primaries right through to Outstanding grammar schools in nearby Torquay. The main variation comes down to character and pace: Milber and the Kingsteignton wards offer more urban convenience with shops, pubs and gyms close by, while Kerswell-with-Combe provides a quieter, car-dependent village feel for buyers after more space and a slower pace of life.