Great Torrington is a ward located in the Torridge district of Devon, England. It encompasses the historic market town of Great Torrington, known for its role in the English Civil War. The area features a mix of residential, commercial, and agricultural land, with the River Torridge flowing nearby. The town retains many traditional buildings, including a 17th-century pannier market and a parish church.
The ward includes surrounding rural areas, with farmland and woodland contributing to its character. Great Torrington is home to several community facilities, such as schools, a leisure center, and a museum. The town hosts annual events like the Torrington Cavaliers bonfire, drawing visitors. Transport links include the A386 road, connecting the ward to nearby towns like Bideford and Okehampton.
On average Great Torrington has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 54 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Great Torrington is £39,300 per year. There are 2 schools in Great Torrington: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 72 recent sales, the median property price is £257,500 in Great Torrington area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £560,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 24 | £297,500 |
| Flats | 2 | £157,250 |
| Semi-Detached | 11 | £265,000 |
| Terraced | 35 | £220,000 |
10 years price trend in Great Torrington
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Well Park Road
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Castle Street
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Calf Street
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Calvesford Road
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Lower Burwood Road
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Roscoff Close
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Hunterswood
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New Street
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Warren Close
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Well Street
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Great Torrington
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Burwood Road
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Louise Terrace
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New Street
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Calf Street
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Belle Vue Cross
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Greenbank Close
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New Road
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Calf Street
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Best's Lane
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Calf Street
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Dartington Fields
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Holwill Drive
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Calf Street
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New Street
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Calf Street
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Borough Road
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Hatchmoor Road
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New Road
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Fore Street
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New Street
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Calf Street
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Calvesford Road
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Burwood Lane
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Calvesford Road
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Burwood Lane
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New Street
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New Street
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Great Torrington
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Stonemans Lane
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Darracott
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South Street
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Linden Close
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Borough View
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Mill Street
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Calf Street
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Church Lane
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Potacre Street
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East Street
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Bluecoat Villas
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Sandfords Gardens
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Calf Street
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Hopton Drive
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Rack Park Close
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Burwood Road
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Hatchmoor Road
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Well Street
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Warren Lane
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New Street
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Calf Street
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Castle Hill Gardens
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Caddywell Lane
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Limer's Hill
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New Street
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New Street
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Dick Hills Lane
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Darracott
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Great Torrington
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Martins Close
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Limer's Hill
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.