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Crackington & Tintagel

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About

The Crackington and Tintagel area in Cornwall is known for its rugged coastline and dramatic cliffs. The region features rocky shores, secluded coves, and sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean. Crackington Haven is a small beach surrounded by steep cliffs, while Tintagel is famous for its medieval castle ruins linked to Arthurian legend. The area attracts walkers exploring the South West Coast Path.

Inland, the landscape shifts to rolling farmland and wooded valleys. Tintagel village has a mix of traditional stone cottages and visitor amenities. The area’s geology includes slate and sandstone formations, shaping its distinctive cliffs. Local wildlife includes seabirds and occasional seals along the coast. The combination of history, natural scenery, and coastal trails makes this part of Cornwall a notable destination.

Area overview

On average Crackington & Tintagel has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 38 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Crackington & Tintagel is £38,400 per year. There are 4 schools in Crackington & Tintagel: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
38
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
5.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Crackington & Tintagel Population
7,003
Population density
60.9 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,666
95.16%
Other White
112
1.6%
Other
67
0.96%
Irish
37
0.53%
White and Asian (mixed)
31
0.44%
Total population: 7,005

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,678
52.65%
Owns with a mortgage
686
21.52%
Private landlord or letting agency
455
14.28%
Social rents from council
130
4.08%
Other forms of private rent
119
3.73%
Total households: 3,187

Property prices in Crackington & Tintagel

Based on 88 recent sales, the median property price is £292,000 in Crackington & Tintagel area, with individual transactions ranging from £100,000 up to £1,071,757.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Crackington & Tintagel in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Crackington & Tintagel over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached47£370,000
Flats8£152,440
Semi-Detached12£294,000
Terraced21£250,000

10 years median price trend in Crackington & Tintagel

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Crackington & Tintagel.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.