Postcode Analysis Torridge, South West

DARTINGTON CLOSE, EX38 7DW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DARTINGTON CLOSE, EX38 7DW.

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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 7DW 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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2/10
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3/10
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3/10
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Area Character

EX38 7DW has a significant social housing presence — 52% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.

home £190,000 median price shield Safety 4/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

EX38 7DW is a safe, established residential area on Dartington Close, 0.8km 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 7DW 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. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a town fringe countryside zone — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. Residents average 48 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £190k.

Census 2021 statistics for EX38 7DW 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 7DW. 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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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 165,000

3 sales · Mean £ 169,333

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

EX38 7DW has low crime rates — 21 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 offences35
Anti-social behaviour7
Criminal damage and arson7
Public order4
Other crime2

school Local Schools

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Great Torrington School

Good816 pupils0.2 km
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Great Torrington Bluecoat Church of England Primary School

Good501 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • BP Great Torrington SF Connect0.7 km
  • Green Lantern Bakery0.9 km
  • John Patts Ltd1.0 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.9 km
  • Spar0.9 km
  • + 2 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Eastmond House0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Black Horse Inn0.9 km
  • The Cavalier0.8 km
  • Torrington Football Club0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Best Of Bevs0.9 km
  • Boom Tingz Burgerzn0.8 km
  • Charlies @ The Plough Cafe0.9 km
  • The Cabin0.9 km
  • The Market Cafe1.0 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Morrisons Daily0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Chef Lin0.8 km
  • Kia Ora0.8 km
  • Pizza Palace0.9 km
  • Yau's House0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chapleton10.0 km
  • Umberleigh11.5 km
  • Portsmouth Arms12.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Dartington Fields0.1 km
  • Dartington Fields0.2 km
  • Dartington Fields0.2 km
  • Torrington School0.3 km
  • Torrington School0.3 km