Postcode Analysis Torridge, South West

WELL STREET, EX38 7BN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WELL STREET, EX38 7BN.

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Population

303

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 39,300 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: EX38 7BN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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5/10
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6/10
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3/10
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7/10
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6/10
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3/10
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2/10
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6/10
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10/10
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Area Character

EX38 7BN is an established family neighbourhood — 67% owner-occupation and an average age of 42 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 17.5% year-on-year.

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

EX38 7BN is a safe, established residential area on Well Street, 0.4km from Great Torrington in Great Torrington. Administratively it sits within Great Torrington ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.

For families considering a move, EX38 7BN represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £183k, down 17.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for EX38 7BN are sourced from Output Area E00102865 (shared with 6 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 7BN. The average age is 41.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.0%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 170,250

4 sales · Mean £ 168,500

Terraced

£ 168,750

18 sales · Mean £ 160,805

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

EX38 7BN has low crime rates — 36 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 offences65
Anti-social behaviour17
Shoplifting17
Criminal damage and arson16
Public order6

school Local Schools

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Great Torrington Bluecoat Church of England Primary School

Good501 pupils0.2 km
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Great Torrington School

Good816 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • BP Great Torrington SF Connect0.2 km
  • Crawford Newsagents0.5 km
  • Green Lantern Bakery0.4 km
  • John Patts Ltd0.4 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.4 km
  • + 5 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Eastmond House0.3 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Black Horse Inn0.4 km
  • Royal Exchange0.7 km
  • The Cavalier0.3 km
  • Torridge Vale Social Club0.6 km
  • Torrington Arms0.9 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Best Of Bevs0.4 km
  • Boom Tingz Burgerzn0.3 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 Daily0.2 km
  • Lidl0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Bokhara Indian Takeaway0.5 km
  • Chef Lin0.3 km
  • Kia Ora0.3 km
  • Pizza Palace0.4 km
  • Taffs Fish And Chips0.5 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chapleton10.6 km
  • Umberleigh12.0 km
  • Portsmouth Arms13.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Torrington School0.3 km
  • Torrington School0.3 km
  • Borough Road0.3 km
  • Church0.3 km
  • Opposite Church0.4 km