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Torridge

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About

Torridge is a district in North Devon, South West England, known for its rural landscapes and coastal areas. It includes market towns like Bideford and Great Torrington, along with villages such as Appledore and Westward Ho!. The district stretches from the River Torridge inland to the Atlantic coastline, offering a mix of farmland, moorland, and beaches.

The area has a strong maritime history, with fishing and shipbuilding playing key roles in its past. The Tarka Trail, a popular walking and cycling route, follows the River Torridge through the district. Agriculture remains important, with dairy and livestock farming common across the region. The coastline features sandy beaches and rugged cliffs, attracting visitors for outdoor activities.

Area overview

On average Torridge has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 53 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Torridge is £40,116 per year. There are 37 schools in Torridge: 29 primary (0 Outstanding and 21 Good) and 4 secondary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
53
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
7.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Torridge Population
68,114
Population density
69.2 per km²

Demographics

British
65,452
96.09%
Other White
1,110
1.63%
Irish
288
0.42%
White and Asian (mixed)
250
0.37%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
166
0.24%
Total population: 68,114

Housing

Owns outright
13,870
45.54%
Owns with a mortgage
7,316
24.02%
Private landlord or letting agency
5,157
16.93%
Other social rented
2,380
7.81%
Other forms of private rent
995
3.27%
Total households: 30,458

Property prices in Torridge

Based on 994 recent sales, the median property price is £280,000 in Torridge area, with individual transactions ranging from £59,000 up to £1,865,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached438£375,000
Flats68£154,750
Semi-Detached189£255,000
Terraced299£210,000

10 years price trend in Torridge

All wards in Torridge

Appledore

Bideford East

Bideford North

Bideford South

Bideford West

Broadheath

Great Torrington

Hartland

Holsworthy

Milton & Tamarside

Monkleigh & Putford

Northam

Shebbear & Langtree

Two Rivers & Three Moors

Westward Ho!

Winkleigh

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.