Web Design Torquay

SEO Devon

SEO SPECIALISTS BASED IN SOUTH DEVON

SEO Devon

We can improve your websites organic rankings using ethical SEO, Devon companies or even national businesses can benefit from using search engine optimisation to drive traffic to their site and grow their business.

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What is SEO?

Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) is the process of enhancing your website’s position in the rankings of major search engines such as Google and Bing. Higher rankings increase the likelihood of users clicking your link and visiting your site.
Reflect on your own search habits: how often do you venture to the second page of search results or scroll to the bottom of the first page? Probably not very often.

Research indicates:

  • Most users only view the top five results on the first page.
  • The top five listings capture 67% of all clicks.
  • The first page attracts nearly 95% of all web traffic.

If your website isn’t on the first page, your chances of gaining search traffic are slim.

These statistics underline why SEO is so appealing. Achieving a top ranking for your key search terms drives substantial free traffic to your site. Increased traffic and leads directly enhance your opportunities to convert visitors into customers, boosting your business.

Local SEO vs National SEO

Before starting any project we need to find out who your customer is. If you are a local plumber that only covers Exeter for example, it would not be cost effective or even relevant for you to rank nationally for the keyword “Plumber”.
If however, you have an online store that sells watches, then you would probably not want to limit yourself to just local search but nationally you could make a great deal of money.

Generally speaking local SEO will cost you a lot less money than national, this is not always the case but in our experience there are more people targeting the national keywords, especially the more popular ones whereas with local search you are up against a lot less competition.

Most of our clients end up having a mixture of local and national SEO done on their website. We usually recommend that we start off with the local keywords as in general they tend to come in much faster than the country-wide ones.
For local terms you will usually be looking at around 3 – 6 months to start getting good rankings and 9 – 12 months for the larger national keywords.

Each case is different so we suggest booking a telephone meeting so we can discuss your needs and work out a plan to move forward with your SEO. Devon residents can arrange a face to face meeting however, if you are outside the area, we can only do a telephone call at the moment.

SEO Services We Offer

We employ a transparent, results-focused SEO process customised for Devon businesses, addressing local market dynamics and your specific goals:

If you already have a website we need to look at how well the site is optimised already as well as where you are currently positioned in the search engines and if any changes need to be made like making your site mobile friendly.
We look at your competitors and see where they are ranking, how many backlinks they have and how well their onsite SEO is done. From this we can usually tell how difficult and how long it should take to get your website higher in search.
After seeing where you and your competition are ranking on Google we can start making a solid plan to move you up in the results as well as identifying other keywords that are relevant to your business that you may have overlooked.
This is the number one ranking factor and getting this right will make a huge difference. We not only optimise for your keywords, we also optimise the page loading speed and add rich snippets and schema markup to your pages.
With over 60% of all searches now being done on mobile devices, part of Google’s algorythm now includes mobile friendliness. We can optimise and redesign your website so it loads fast and fits nicely on any device.
Another ranking factor that Google has rolled out is SSL. This is the little green padlock that you see in the search bar at the top of the page. It means that the data from the website to the end user is encrypted. We can install this for you.
Many companies get this very wrong and think it is ok to put a backlink on any website. This does not work and will end up getting you a penalty. Links should come from similar sites on the same topic and be relevant to your business.
This includes writing content for other websites to get your brand out there as well as finding opportunities for link building. Social media also plays a role in driving traffic to your website and we can setup or optimise your social profiles.

Targeting The Right Keywords

Getting the right keywords for your company is always the first step. Choosing these is a bit more difficult than you may think and is dependant on many things, one of them being budget. Local keywords are a good place to start if you only cater to a certain area or are on a limited budget. A keyword such as “SEO in Devon” or “SEO Devon” will cost a lot less money to rank than a national keyword such as “SEO”. Another thing to bare in mind is timescale. For local keywords, we usually find that it only takes around 3 to 6 months to get high up in the rankings whereas high volume national keywords can take up to a year to show any significant rankings.

Analyse & Increase Traffic and Conversions

Before starting on a project, we analyse search volumes in your industry and will give you a rough idea of the amount of traffic you should expect when your keywords are ranking.Ranking is not the only factor that will get you clicks, many people overlook one of the key factors that will get your website a click above others and that is a good call to action.Even if a website is ranking higher than yours in the search results, you could gain that extra click by making the text they see more appealing.

Avoiding The SEO Cowboys

We get a fair few calls from people who have been stung by SEO companies in the past.

Due to the nature of SEO it can take time for your website to rank and there lies the problem.

Unscrupulous companies can keep charging you every month saying they are doing work when, in reality they are either doing nothing or doing things that could harm your website instead of improving it.

Unfortunatly this is a story we hear quite often and it gives the industry a bad name but there are things you can do when looking for a company to work with.

Finding The Right Company

Ask for references from the companies previous clients. Make sure you also ask for a phone number so you can speak to them directly and ask how the company did in getting them ranked, did they have any problems?

Make a plan with the company. Any decent SEO company will tell you how they plan to move your website up in the rankings. If they will not tell you this information because it is “confidential” or giving away “trade secrets” then leave well alone. There shouldn’t be any secrets between the company and client and transparency is a must.

“We are committed to boosting your website's performance”

Founder · Web Design Torquay

Unlock Your Website’s Full Potential in Devon

In Devon’s dynamic digital landscape, a top-tier website is key to capturing and retaining customers. Our SEO specialists focus on optimising your website’s speed, functionality, and search engine rankings to provide an exceptional user experience. Through cutting-edge methods like mobile-first design, streamlined coding, and precise keyword strategies, we enhance your site’s performance to drive more traffic and boost conversions.

Elevate Your Search Visibility

We improve your rankings on Google and Bing, ensuring customers in Devon can easily discover your business.

Attract High-Value Leads

Our tailored strategies transform your website into a powerful lead-generation tool.

Grow Your Revenue

By reaching the right audience, we turn more visitors into dedicated customers, fueling your business growth.

We don't just do Search Engine Optimisation

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Web Development
A strong brand need a high-quality website that not only looks good but also effectively drives sales and engagement. We’re here to assist with crafting the perfect design and implementing all the essential features you require.
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Advanced Software Development
We excel in advanced software development, creating custom apps from scratch for unique business needs or workflows when off-the-shelf solutions fall short.
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Brand Design & Strategy
Looking to re-brand or want help getting the right look for your business? We can help design your website, logo and any images that you require.
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Search Engine Optimisation
Getting people to your website is a top priority and we can help you get your website high up on Google and Bing for you keywords.
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Copywriting
To boost your website’s ranking on major search engines, you’ll need unique copy and descriptions tailored for visibility. We can help write engaging content for you, boosting your visability and engagement.
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Custom Plugins
Our custom plugin development service creates tailored, high-performance plugins for WordPress, Shopify, Magento, and more, addressing the limitations of off-the-shelf solutions to meet your unique business needs.

Boosting Devon Businesses with SEO

Our expert team delivers cutting-edge SEO services to help your business excel in Devon’s vibrant market.

Proven Results

Our SEO approaches ensure steady ranking gains and substantial traffic growth.

Tailored Solutions

We craft bespoke SEO strategies aligned with your unique business goals and target audience.

Join the many companies trusting us

Frequently Asked Questions

We know you may have questions about our SEO services in Devon. Below, we’ve addressed some of the most common inquiries. If you don’t find the answer you’re looking for, feel free to contact us directly.

What makes SEO important for businesses in Devon?
SEO is crucial for Devon businesses to stand out in a competitive digital market. It improves your website’s visibility on search engines, driving more local traffic and helping you connect with potential customers.
SEO is a long-term strategy, and results typically start showing within 3-6 months, depending on your industry, competition, and the strategies implemented. Consistent efforts lead to sustained growth.
Absolutely! We specialise in local SEO, targeting Devon-specific keywords and optimising your Google Business Profile to attract nearby customers and boost local engagement.
Our SEO services are tailored for all Devon businesses, from small startups and local shops to larger enterprises across industries like retail, hospitality, and professional services.
We analyse your business goals, target audience, and competitors in Devon to create a bespoke SEO plan, focusing on relevant keywords, content, and technical optimisations that align with your needs.
Yes! Our local SEO strategies optimise your online presence for Google Maps, ensuring your business appears prominently when customers search for services in Devon.
Definitely! Our targeted SEO strategies level the playing field by focusing on niche keywords and local optimisation, helping your business attract customers despite larger competitors.
Contact us for a free consultation! We’ll assess your website, discuss your goals, and propose a tailored SEO strategy to boost your business’s online presence.

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    Success Stories

    5/5

    "We worked closely with Web Design Torquay to build our website from the ground up and pick a range of high volume keywords for our company. The design work has been flawless and we get comments every day from customers saying how nice our website looks. Nine months on from when we started, most of our major keywords are now on page one of Google and we are getting lots of organic traffic everyday just from the search engines."

    Fletcher Markham Head of Marketing, Wire in Torquay

    "We already had a website when we contacted WDT. Our site was loading really slowly and we were not getting much traffic. After discussing our needs, the guys there managed to compress all of our images, optimise all the assets on our site and get our page loading time down to under a second and a 100% score on Google’s Pagespeed tool both for desktop and mobile search. We have noticed less people have dropped off our site because of the poor loading time."

    Helen Lott Founder & CEO, Gabo Co in Paignton

    "We needed some very competitive keywords ranking on Google and quite a few companies turned us down because they thought they were too hard. After discussing with WTD, we decided to focus first on local search which started ranking in under 6 months while also hitting the top search terms too. We have been working together for just over a year and our main keywords are now on page one of Google and Bing. We have been really happy with the service."

    Kaiden Watts Head of Design, Innerself in Brixham