Postcode Analysis Torridge, South West

CALVESFORD ROAD, EX38 7DQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CALVESFORD ROAD, EX38 7DQ.

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Population

215

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 39,300 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: EX38 7DQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
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8/10
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1/10
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2/10
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3/10
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3/10
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Area Character

With 52% social renting, EX38 7DQ is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

EX38 7DQ is a safe, established residential area on Calvesford Road, 0.7km from Goose Green in Great Torrington. Administratively it sits within Great Torrington ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, EX38 7DQ is 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. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 52% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 24% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £275k.

Census 2021 statistics for EX38 7DQ are sourced from Output Area E00102859 (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 7DQ. The average age is 47.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.5%
Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 275,000

1 sales · Mean £ 275,000

Terraced

£ 160,000

1 sales · Mean £ 160,000

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

EX38 7DQ has low crime rates — 26 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 offences51
Criminal damage and arson13
Anti-social behaviour10
Public order5
Other crime2

school Local Schools

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Great Torrington School

Good816 pupils0.1 km
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Great Torrington Bluecoat Church of England Primary School

Good501 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • BP Great Torrington SF Connect0.5 km
  • Crawford Newsagents0.8 km
  • Green Lantern Bakery0.8 km
  • John Patts Ltd0.8 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.8 km
  • + 5 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Eastmond House0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Black Horse Inn0.8 km
  • The Cavalier0.6 km
  • Torridge Vale Social Club0.9 km
  • Torrington Conservative Club0.9 km
  • Torrington Football Club0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Best Of Bevs0.8 km
  • Boom Tingz Burgerzn0.7 km
  • Charlies @ The Plough Cafe0.7 km
  • Fork N Feast @ 1646 Cafe0.8 km
  • No 370.9 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-operative (Food)0.8 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Bokhara Indian Takeaway0.9 km
  • Chef Lin0.6 km
  • Kia Ora0.6 km
  • Pizza Palace0.8 km
  • Taffs Fish And Chips0.8 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chapleton10.2 km
  • Umberleigh11.6 km
  • Portsmouth Arms12.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Torrington School0.1 km
  • Torrington School0.1 km
  • Borough Road0.3 km
  • Dartington Fields0.3 km
  • Burwood Road0.3 km