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Illogan & Portreath

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About

Illogan is a village in Cornwall, located near Redruth and Camborne. The area has a mix of residential and rural spaces, with historic mining heritage visible in its landscape. Nearby, the South West Coast Path offers walking routes with views of the coastline. The village has local amenities, including shops and pubs, serving the community.

Portreath, a short distance from Illogan, is a coastal village known for its sandy beach and small harbour. The area attracts surfers and walkers, with cliffs and coves along the shoreline. The remains of old mining infrastructure can be seen in the surrounding hills. Portreath has a few cafes and a pub, catering to visitors and residents. Both areas are connected by roads and public transport, making them accessible from nearby towns.

Area overview

On average Illogan & Portreath has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 53 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Illogan & Portreath is £42,300 per year. There are 2 schools in Illogan & Portreath: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
53
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
8.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Illogan & Portreath Population
7,216
Population density
343.4 per km²

Demographics

British
6,859
95.04%
Other White
120
1.66%
Other
91
1.26%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
22
0.3%
Irish
21
0.29%
Total population: 7,217

Housing

Owns outright
1,374
43.17%
Owns with a mortgage
917
28.81%
Private landlord or letting agency
458
14.39%
Other social rented
226
7.1%
Social rents from council
92
2.89%
Total households: 3,183

Property prices in Illogan & Portreath

Based on 104 recent sales, the median property price is £300,000 in Illogan & Portreath area, with individual transactions ranging from £67,500 up to £1,050,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached41£385,000
Flats5£139,000
Semi-Detached27£290,000
Terraced31£195,000

10 years price trend in Illogan & Portreath

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Data Sources

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