Postcode Analysis Torridge, South West

WARDENS CLOSE, EX37 9BD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WARDENS CLOSE, EX37 9BD.

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Population

575

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 42,300 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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7/10
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1/10
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8/10
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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
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7/10
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2/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates EX37 9BD — age 44, 79% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

EX37 9BD is a safe, established residential area on Wardens Close, 0.1km from High Bickington in High Bickington. Administratively it sits within Two Rivers & Three Moors ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.

For families considering a move, EX37 9BD 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 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £170k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for EX37 9BD are sourced from Output Area E00102877 (shared with 16 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 EX37 9BD. The average age is 44.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British100.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 170,000

3 sales · Mean £ 195,000

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

EX37 9BD has low crime rates — 12 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 offences8
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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High Bickington Church of England Primary Academy

Good91 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • High Bickington Community Shop Ltd0.2 km
  • High Bickington Post Office0.3 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Mews Cottage Bed And Breakfast0.3 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Old George Inn0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Umberleigh3.2 km
  • Portsmouth Arms3.5 km
  • Chapleton5.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Shelter0.2 km
  • Shelter0.3 km