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Callington & Pensilva

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About

Callington & Pensilva are located in southeast Cornwall, near the border with Devon. The area is surrounded by rolling countryside, with the Tamar Valley to the east and Bodmin Moor to the west. Callington, a small market town, serves as a local hub with shops, schools, and historic buildings like St. Mary’s Church. Pensilva, a nearby village, has a quieter, more rural feel, with scattered farms and woodland.

The landscape is shaped by agriculture and mining history, with old engine houses and quarries dotting the area. The River Lynher runs nearby, providing scenic walks and wildlife spots. Transport links include the A390, connecting to Plymouth and Liskeard. The area offers a mix of community events and outdoor activities, from local fairs to hiking on nearby Kit Hill.

Area overview

On average Callington & Pensilva has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 53 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Callington & Pensilva is £41,100 per year. There are 3 schools in Callington & Pensilva: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

3/10

Social housing

9.9%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Callington & Pensilva Population

8,267

Population density

234.9 per km²

Demographics

British

7,827

94.69%

Other White

230

2.78%

Other

0.58%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.34%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.28%

Total population: 8,266

Housing

Owns outright

1,640

44.12%

Owns with a mortgage

935

25.15%

Private landlord or letting agency

617

16.6%

Social rents from council

187

5.03%

Other social rented

183

4.92%

Total households: 3,717

Property prices in Callington & Pensilva

Based on 132 recent sales, the median property price is £260,000 in Callington & Pensilva area, with individual transactions ranging from £84,000 up to £525,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	62	£330,000	£221,000	£279,275	£368,750	£433,500
Flats	9	£105,000	£87,600	£90,000	£150,000	£371,000
Semi-Detached	31	£235,000	£176,500	£201,500	£262,500	£321,500
Terraced	30	£172,500	£85,000	£156,500	£209,375	£274,250

10 years price trend in Callington & Pensilva

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Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail