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Lostwithiel & Lanreath

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About

Lostwithiel & Lanreath ward is located in southeast Cornwall, covering rural and small-town areas. The ward includes the historic market town of Lostwithiel, known for its medieval architecture and the 13th-century Restormel Castle. The River Fowey runs through the area, providing a focal point for local landscapes. Lanreath is a smaller village with a traditional church and wooded valleys, offering a quieter, more secluded atmosphere.

The area is primarily agricultural, with farmland and woodland dominating the surroundings. Lostwithiel serves as a local hub with shops, cafes, and a railway station connecting to the wider region. The ward has a mix of older residents and families, with community events often centred around local heritage and nature. Walking trails along the river and through nearby countryside are popular with residents and visitors.

Area overview

On average Lostwithiel & Lanreath has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 46 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Lostwithiel & Lanreath is £39,755 per year. There are 7 schools in Lostwithiel & Lanreath: 6 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
46
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
6.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Lostwithiel & Lanreath Population
6,186
Population density
51.5 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,895
95.3%
Other White
112
1.81%
Other
62
1%
White and Asian (mixed)
27
0.44%
Irish
20
0.32%
Total population: 6,186

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,380
49.91%
Owns with a mortgage
641
23.18%
Private landlord or letting agency
411
14.86%
Other social rented
130
4.7%
Other forms of private rent
98
3.54%
Total households: 2,765

Property prices in Lostwithiel & Lanreath

Based on 65 recent sales, the median property price is £330,000 in Lostwithiel & Lanreath area, with individual transactions ranging from £112,750 up to £825,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Lostwithiel & Lanreath 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 Lostwithiel & Lanreath over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached22£445,000
Flats9£201,500
Semi-Detached16£280,000
Terraced18£297,500

10 years median price trend in Lostwithiel & Lanreath

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Lostwithiel & Lanreath.

All postcodes in Lostwithiel & Lanreath

PL220JZ

Castle Hill

PL220LP

Lanreath, Pelynt & Polruan

PL220NS

Lanreath, Pelynt & Polruan

PL305ED

St Julitta

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.