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Lanivet, Blisland & Bodmin St Lawrence

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About

Lanivet, Blisland & Bodmin St Lawrence ward is a rural area on the western edge of Bodmin Moor. The landscape consists of farmland, wooded valleys, and open moorland, with scattered villages at its core. The ward includes the historic church town of Lanivet and the village of Blisland, known for its distinctive green. The area is primarily residential and agricultural, with a network of narrow lanes connecting the settlements.

A significant feature is the presence of the ancient De Lank granite quarries, which supplied stone for London landmarks. The ward's boundaries encompass parts of the Camel Trail, a popular route following a disused railway line. The area offers direct access to the moor's tors and prehistoric sites, shaping a community closely linked to the surrounding natural environment and its industrial heritage.

Area overview

On average Lanivet, Blisland & Bodmin St Lawrence has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 137 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Lanivet, Blisland & Bodmin St Lawrence is £44,345 per year. There are 4 schools in Lanivet, Blisland & Bodmin St Lawrence: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Lanivet, Blisland & Bodmin St Lawrence is home to around 6,710 people, with a population density of about 49.2 per km2.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
137
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
9.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Lanivet, Blisland & Bodmin St Lawrence Population
6,710
Population density
49.2 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
78.09(+137%)
Anti-social behaviour
22.5(+49%)
Criminal damage and arson
14.75(+127%)
Other theft
14.01(+149%)
Public order
12.67(+92%)
South West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,289
93.68%
Other White
182
2.71%
Other
106
1.58%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
32
0.48%
White and Asian (mixed)
29
0.43%
Total population: 6,713

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,601
28.5%
Level 3 (A level)
1,072
19.08%
No qualifications
912
16.23%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
862
15.34%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
624
11.11%
Total 16+ residents: 5,618

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,323
46.9%
Owns with a mortgage
679
24.07%
Private landlord or letting agency
383
13.58%
Social rents from council
166
5.88%
Other social rented
159
5.64%
Total households: 2,821

Property prices in Lanivet, Blisland & Bodmin St Lawrence

Based on 67 recent sales, the median property price is £326,000 in Lanivet, Blisland & Bodmin St Lawrence area, with individual transactions ranging from £76,000 up to £830,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Lanivet, Blisland & Bodmin St Lawrence 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 Lanivet, Blisland & Bodmin St Lawrence over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached41£415,000
Flats1£147,500
Semi-Detached8£275,000
Terraced17£225,000

10 years median price trend in Lanivet, Blisland & Bodmin St Lawrence

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Lanivet, Blisland & Bodmin St Lawrence.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.