EX38 is a postcode district in Torridge, South West, covering 300 active and 69 retired postcodes.
The largest share of EX38 (30%) is characterised by a working countryside area — farms, fields and close-knit local communities, alongside a former rural industrial area with older, long-settled residents (16%). This mix of 9 distinct neighbourhood types makes EX38 one of the more varied districts in the region.
Property: Average house prices in EX38 are around £246k, down 6.0% year-on-year. Safety: Crime across EX38 is moderate at 91 per 1,000 residents, broadly in line with similar urban districts. Figures vary considerably by individual street. An average age of 47 points to a settled, predominantly family community — stable, long-term residents alongside newer arrivals.
Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full EX38 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
EX38 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the EX38 postcode area.
8,305
47
£ 38,220 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Area Character
EX38 is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 47 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending down 6.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
school Local Schools
Langtree Community School and Nursery Unit
Great Torrington Bluecoat Church of England Primary School
Marland School
Great Torrington School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- PGL Travel Ltd
- Eastmond House
- Ebberley Escapes
- Frizenham Farmhouse Bed And Breakfast
- Higher Darracott Farm Bed And Breakfast
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Black Horse Inn
- Royal Exchange
- Smytham Manor
- St Giles In The Wood Sports Club
- The Cavalier
- + 7 more
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- BP Great Torrington SF Connect
- Crawford Newsagents
- Green Lantern Bakery
- John Patts Ltd
- Lloyds Pharmacy
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Bokhara Indian Takeaway
- Chef Lin
- Kia Ora
- Pizza Palace
- Taffs Fish And Chips
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- Best Of Bevs
- Boom Tingz Burgerzn
- Charlies @ The Plough Cafe
- Fairways Catering
- Fork N Feast @ 1646 Cafe
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-operative (Food)
- Lidl
- Morrisons Daily
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