Postcode Analysis Torridge, South West

EX38 7AN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EX38 7AN.

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Population

435

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 39,300 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: EX38 7AN represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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8/10
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6/10
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3/10
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5/10
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4/10
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4/10
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1/10
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6/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. EX38 7AN's 71% ownership and 38-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

EX38 7AN is a safe, established residential area located 0.2km from Goose Green in Great Torrington. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Great Torrington ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.

The people who live in EX38 7AN are typical of a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for EX38 7AN are sourced from Output Area E00180275 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EX38 7AN. The average age is 38.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.1%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

EX38 7AN has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences28
Anti-social behaviour10
Criminal damage and arson10
Public order5
Shoplifting3

school Local Schools

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Great Torrington Bluecoat Church of England Primary School

Good501 pupils0.9 km
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Great Torrington School

Good816 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • BP Great Torrington SF Connect0.5 km
  • Crawford Newsagents0.5 km
  • Green Lantern Bakery0.5 km
  • John Patts Ltd0.5 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.4 km
  • + 5 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Eastmond House0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Black Horse Inn0.5 km
  • Royal Exchange0.3 km
  • The Cavalier0.5 km
  • Torridge Inn0.7 km
  • Torridge Vale Social Club0.4 km
  • + 3 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Best Of Bevs0.5 km
  • Boom Tingz Burgerzn0.4 km
  • Charlies @ The Plough Cafe0.4 km
  • Fork N Feast @ 1646 Cafe0.5 km
  • No 370.5 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-operative (Food)0.5 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.5 km
  • Lidl0.3 km
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Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Bokhara Indian Takeaway0.5 km
  • Chef Lin0.5 km
  • Kia Ora0.5 km
  • Pizza Palace0.5 km
  • Taffs Fish And Chips0.5 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chapleton11.0 km
  • Umberleigh12.5 km
  • Portsmouth Arms13.8 km

Bus Stops

  • New Street0.3 km
  • School Lane0.3 km
  • New Street0.3 km
  • Opposite Church0.4 km
  • Mill Street top0.4 km