Calf Street is in Torrington and in Torridge district. EX38 8BJ is located in the Great Torrington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torridge and West Devon. This postcode has been in use since 2009-11-01.
StreetScan combines information about Calf Street, Torrington, EX38 8BJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX38 8BL, EX38 8BH, EX38 8EP, EX38 8EQ, EX38 8HQ, EX38 8EJ, EX38 8ER, EX38 8EY, EX38 8HS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX38 8BJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.6% | 50.2% | 3.6% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 53.4% | 49.8% | -3.6% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 36% | 38.7% | 2.7% | 37.9% | 0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27.1% | 20.4% | -6.7% | 44.2% | -23.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 6.4% | 8.7% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 6.5% |
| Divorced | 22.5% | 24.3% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 15.2% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 7% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 34.8% | 35% | 0.2% | 48.4% | -13.4% |
| Good health | 37.9% | 38% | 0.1% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 18.6% | 18.3% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 5.6% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 8% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 0.8% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28% | 21% | -7.0% | 18.2% | 2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 17.5% | 1.8% | 9.6% | 7.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 17.5% | 2.2% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.2% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.8% | 14.4% | -0.4% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.2% | 22.7% | 4.5% | 33.8% | -11.1% |
| Other | 4.2% | 1.7% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93.9% | 95.8% | 1.9% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 92% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.3% | 92% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 3% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3% | 2.7% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 92% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 4.2% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 3% | 1.5% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.6% | 76.7% | -14.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 32.8% | 13.5% | 19.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.4% | 37.2% | 19.2% |
| Christian | 37.1% | 46.2% | -9.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Calf Street was 198.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 215.7% higher than the Great Torrington average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Calf Street has the highest crime rate of 18 local areas in Great Torrington and the 7th highest crime rate of 211 local areas in Torridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Kitchener Row, Torrington, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2023-04-27 | £164,593 |
| 6 Kitchener Row, Torrington, Devon Terraced, a newly built property | £120,000 | 2023-03-14 | £109,137 |
| 5 Kitchener Row, Torrington, Devon Terraced, a newly built property | £120,000 | 2023-03-14 | £109,137 |
| 2 Kitchener Row, Torrington, Devon Terraced, a newly built property | £171,000 | 2022-02-24 | £164,083 |
| 3 Kitchener Row, Torrington, Devon Terraced, a newly built property | £125,000 | 2010-07-28 | £174,428 |
EX38 8BJ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 24% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Torrington Bluecoat Church of England Primary School Borough Road , EX38 7NU | 3out of 4 | 550 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkleigh Primary School Monkleigh , EX39 5JY | 3out of 4 | 4,486 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Torrington School Calvesford Road , EX38 7DJ | 3out of 4 | 746 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boom Tingz Burgerzn | 10 Potacre Street, Torrington | 58 yd | |
| Charlies @ The Plough Cafe | The Plough Arts Centre, Fore Street | 104 yd | |
| Best Of Bevs | Town Hall, High Street | 151 yd | |
| The Cabin | 12A South Street, Torrington | 190 yd | |
| The Market Cafe | 13 Pannier Market, South Street | 218 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cavalier | Well Street, Torrington | 83 yd | |
| Black Horse Inn | High Street, Torrington | 175 yd | |
| Torrington Football Club | Torrington AFC, Vicarage Field | 244 yd | |
| Torrington Conservative Club | 38 South Street, Great Torrington | 310 yd | |
| Torridge Vale Social Club | South Street, Torrington | 321 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kia Ora | Kia-ora, 33 Well Street | 83 yd | |
| Chef Lin | Unit 2, 39 - 41 Well Street | 83 yd | |
| Yau's House | 2A Well Street, Torrington | 83 yd | |
| Pizza Palace | 12 South Street, Torrington | 190 yd | |
| Taffs Fish & Chips | 16 South Street, Torrington | 210 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | New Road, Great Torrington | 116 yd | |
| Co-operative (Food) | 22 South Street, Torrington | 241 yd | |
| Lidl | New Street, Great Torrington | 647 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Torrington Football Club SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches | 174 yd |
| Torrington Pool TORRINGTON SWIMMING POOL TORRINGTON SWIMMING POOL SCHOOL LANE | swimming pool | 190 yd |
| Great Torrington School CALVESFORD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 684 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.