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Dobwalls, Addington & Menheniot

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About

Dobwalls, Addington & Menheniot are small villages located in southeast Cornwall, near the border with Devon. The area is characterised by rolling countryside, farmland, and wooded valleys, with the A38 trunk road running through Dobwalls. The villages have a mix of traditional stone cottages and more modern housing, serving as residential communities for commuters working in nearby towns like Liskeard.

Menheniot is the largest of the three, with a parish church dating back to the 13th century and a railway station on the Cornish Main Line. Addington is a smaller settlement with a rural feel, while Dobwalls is known for its former theme park, now closed. The area offers access to Bodmin Moor and the Looe Valley, with walking trails and quiet country lanes. Local amenities include primary schools, village halls, and a few small businesses serving the community.

Area overview

On average Dobwalls, Addington & Menheniot has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 64 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Dobwalls, Addington & Menheniot is £40,600 per year. There are 6 schools in Dobwalls, Addington & Menheniot: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
64
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
12.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Dobwalls, Addington & Menheniot Population
9,518
Population density
143 per km²

Demographics

British
9,056
95.14%
Other White
183
1.92%
Other Asian
80
0.84%
Other
66
0.69%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
22
0.23%
Total population: 9,519

Housing

Owns outright
1,539
37.37%
Owns with a mortgage
1,114
27.05%
Private landlord or letting agency
718
17.44%
Other social rented
322
7.82%
Social rents from council
229
5.56%
Total households: 4,118

Property prices in Dobwalls, Addington & Menheniot

Based on 118 recent sales, the median property price is £235,500 in Dobwalls, Addington & Menheniot area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £2,000,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached41£320,000
Flats8£130,000
Semi-Detached33£240,000
Terraced36£185,000

10 years price trend in Dobwalls, Addington & Menheniot

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Data Sources

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