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Illogan & Portreath

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About

Illogan & Portreath ward is located in west Cornwall, near the coast between Redruth and Camborne. The area includes the village of Illogan and the coastal settlement of Portreath, known for its beach and small harbour. The ward covers a mix of residential areas, farmland, and some light industrial sites, reflecting its historical ties to mining and agriculture.

Portreath attracts visitors with its sandy beach and coastal walks, while Illogan has a more residential character with local amenities. The ward lies within the Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with sections of the South West Coast Path running through it. Former mining sites in the area have been repurposed, with some now forming part of the Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Area overview

On average Illogan & Portreath has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 50 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.6% 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 £42,116 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
50
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
8.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Illogan & Portreath Population
6,535
Population density
392.1 per km²

Demographics

British
6,217
95.13%
Other White
95
1.45%
Other
85
1.3%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
23
0.35%
White and Asian (mixed)
20
0.31%
Total population: 6,535

Housing

Owns outright
1,264
44.41%
Owns with a mortgage
821
28.85%
Private landlord or letting agency
345
12.12%
Other social rented
225
7.91%
Social rents from council
86
3.02%
Total households: 2,846

Property prices in Illogan & Portreath

Based on 79 recent sales, the median property price is £312,500 in Illogan & Portreath area, with individual transactions ranging from £67,500 up to £895,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached36£343,750
Flats4£145,000
Semi-Detached25£299,950
Terraced14£305,000

10 years price trend in Illogan & Portreath

All postcodes in Illogan & Portreath

TR164QX

Nance Lane

TR153UB

Illogan & Portreath

TR164AZ

Merritts Hill

TR164ET

Bassett Road

TR164EZ

Lamanva Road

TR164RX

Bassett Road
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Data Sources

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