Postcode Analysis Torridge, South West

FAIRFAX WAY, EX38 7DA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FAIRFAX WAY, EX38 7DA.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

356

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 39,300 /yr

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Employed

43%

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.

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8/10
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10/10
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3/10
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5/10
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3/10
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4/10
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2/10
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9/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, EX38 7DA combines high owner-occupation (88%), strong property values (£331k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

EX38 7DA is a sought-after residential area on Fairfax Way, 1.1km from Great Torrington in Great Torrington. Administratively it sits within Great Torrington ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.

For serious buyers, EX38 7DA is a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £331k.

Census 2021 statistics for EX38 7DA are sourced from Output Area E00102864 (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 EX38 7DA. The average age is 45.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.1%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 322,500

19 sales · Mean £ 328,710

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

EX38 7DA has low crime rates — 19 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 offences31
Criminal damage and arson7
Anti-social behaviour3
Burglary2
Other crime2

school Local Schools

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Great Torrington School

Good816 pupils0.4 km
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Great Torrington Bluecoat Church of England Primary School

Good501 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • BP Great Torrington SF Connect0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Cavalier1.0 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Morrisons Daily0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Chef Lin1.0 km
  • Kia Ora1.0 km
  • Yau's House1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chapleton9.9 km
  • Umberleigh11.2 km
  • Portsmouth Arms12.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Burwood Estate0.1 km
  • Police House0.1 km
  • Burwood Road0.3 km
  • Dartington Fields0.3 km
  • Dartington Fields0.3 km