Postcode Analysis Torridge, South West

EX38 7BQ House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

431

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 39,300 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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

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4/10
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3/10
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4/10
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5/10
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2/10
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2/10
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4/10
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10/10
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Area Character

EX38 7BQ is an established family neighbourhood — 53% owner-occupation and an average age of 37 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.

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

EX38 7BQ is a safe, established residential area located 0.3km from Great Torrington in Great Torrington. Administratively it sits within Great Torrington ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.

Day-to-day life in EX38 7BQ has the character of these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for EX38 7BQ are sourced from Output Area E00102862 (shared with 10 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 7BQ. The average age is 36.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.4%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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

EX38 7BQ has low crime rates — 35 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences67
Criminal damage and arson18
Shoplifting17
Anti-social behaviour16
Public order7

school Local Schools

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Great Torrington Bluecoat Church of England Primary School

Good501 pupils0.3 km
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Great Torrington School

Good816 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • BP Great Torrington SF Connect0.1 km
  • Crawford Newsagents0.4 km
  • Green Lantern Bakery0.3 km
  • John Patts Ltd0.3 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.3 km
  • + 5 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Eastmond House0.2 km
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Pub, NightClub

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

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Best Of Bevs0.3 km
  • Boom Tingz Burgerzn0.2 km
  • Charlies @ The Plough Cafe0.2 km
  • Fork N Feast @ 1646 Cafe0.4 km
  • No 370.4 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-operative (Food)0.4 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.1 km
  • Lidl0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

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

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chapleton10.7 km
  • Umberleigh12.1 km
  • Portsmouth Arms13.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Church0.2 km
  • Opposite Church0.2 km
  • School Lane0.3 km
  • Torrington School0.4 km
  • Torrington School0.4 km