Postcode Analysis Torridge, South West

EX39 1BT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EX39 1BT.

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Population

510

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 37,400 /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: EX39 1BT falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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8/10
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7/10
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2/10
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3/10
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3/10
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3/10
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2/10
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6/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 65% owner-occupation and average age 42, EX39 1BT has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £327k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

EX39 1BT is a safe, established residential area located 0.0km from Diddywell in Northam. Administratively it sits within Appledore ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.

For families considering a move, EX39 1BT represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £327k.

Census 2021 statistics for EX39 1BT are sourced from Output Area E00102701 (shared with 8 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 EX39 1BT. The average age is 41.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 327,000

2 sales · Mean £ 327,000

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

EX39 1BT has low crime rates — 5 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 offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Appledore School

Good241 pupils0.7 km
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St George's Church of England (VA) Infant and Nursery School

Good176 pupils0.8 km
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St Margaret's Church of England (Aided) Junior School

Requires Improvement273 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Costcutter0.9 km
  • Marshford Organic Foods0.4 km
  • Northam News0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Appledore Football Club0.5 km
  • Golden Lion0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Pig On The Beach0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Kingsburg0.9 km
  • Seahorse Fish And Chips0.9 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Skern Lodge0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Barnstaple10.4 km
  • Chapleton13.2 km
  • Umberleigh16.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Football Ground0.3 km
  • Football Ground0.3 km
  • Knapphouse0.4 km
  • Knapphouse0.4 km