Postcode Analysis Torridge, South West

WELL STREET, EX38 7BW House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

291

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 39,300 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: EX38 7BW 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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3/10
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2/10
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6/10
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3/10
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2/10
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5/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 58% owner-occupation and average age 42, EX38 7BW has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. 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 7BW is a safe, established residential area on Well Street, 0.3km from Great Torrington in Great Torrington. Administratively it sits within Great Torrington ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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 — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 58% 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 £200k.

Census 2021 statistics for EX38 7BW are sourced from Output Area E00102873 (shared with 13 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 7BW. The average age is 42.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.8%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 3%
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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

Terraced

£ 178,000

19 sales · Mean £ 179,394

Detached

£ 162,500

2 sales · Mean £ 162,500

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

EX38 7BW has low crime rates — 36 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 offences69
Criminal damage and arson18
Anti-social behaviour17
Shoplifting17
Public order7

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 pupils0.5 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
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Eastmond House0.2 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Black Horse Inn0.3 km
  • Royal Exchange0.6 km
  • The Cavalier0.1 km
  • Torridge Vale Social Club0.5 km
  • Torrington Arms0.8 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Best Of Bevs0.3 km
  • Boom Tingz Burgerzn0.2 km
  • Charlies @ The Plough Cafe0.3 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
  • Lidl0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Bokhara Indian Takeaway0.4 km
  • Chef Lin0.1 km
  • Kia Ora0.1 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 Church0.3 km
  • School Lane0.3 km
  • Torrington School0.4 km
  • Torrington School0.4 km