The Isles of Scilly is an archipelago located 45 kilometres off the southwestern tip of Cornwall. It consists of around 140 islands, though only five are inhabited: St Mary’s, Tresco, St Martin’s, Bryher, and St Agnes. The district covers a total area of just 16 square kilometres, making it one of the smallest local government areas in the UK. The islands are known for their mild climate, influenced by the Gulf Stream, which supports unique flora and fauna.
The economy of the Isles of Scilly relies heavily on tourism, with visitors drawn to its beaches, wildlife, and historic sites. Agriculture, particularly flower farming, also plays a role. The islands have a small, close-knit community, with a population of around 2,200. Transport links include ferries and flights from the mainland, with limited infrastructure due to the remote location. The landscape is characterised by rocky outcrops, sandy coves, and low-lying heathland.
Area overview
On average Isles of Scilly has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 34 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Isles of Scilly is £50,200 per year. There are 1 schools in Isles of Scilly: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
34
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
17.5%
Connectivity
N/A
Area Profile
Isles of Scilly Population
2,054
Population density
125.9 per km²
Demographics
British
1,926
93.72%
Other White
68
3.31%
Other
18
0.88%
Irish
9
0.44%
White and Black African (mixed)
8
0.39%
Total population: 2,055
Christian
967
47.08%
No religion
950
46.25%
Not answered
125
6.09%
Other religion
7
0.34%
Buddhist
3
0.15%
Total population: 2,054
Level 4+ (Degree)
655
37.86%
Level 3 (A level)
341
19.71%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
272
15.72%
No qualifications
213
12.31%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
119
6.88%
Total 16+ residents: 1,730
Employed
1,102
63.74%
Retired
462
26.72%
Looking after home or family
59
3.41%
Other economically inactive
37
2.14%
Long-term sick or disabled
23
1.33%
Total 16+ residents: 1,729
Housing
Owns outright
320
34.08%
Private landlord or letting agency
224
23.86%
Other forms of private rent
120
12.78%
Social rents from council
103
10.97%
Owns with a mortgage
98
10.44%
Total households: 939
Detached
321
34.19%
Semi-detached
220
23.43%
Terraced
166
17.68%
Converted/shared house (inc HMO)
88
9.37%
Purpose-built flat
77
8.2%
Total households: 939
Property prices in Isles of Scilly
Based on 14 recent sales, the median property price is £487,500 in Isles of Scilly area, with individual transactions ranging from £240,000 up to £910,000.
