What's the Lostwithiel & Penwithick population and density?

Lostwithiel & Penwithick population is 11,098 with density 146.3 per km².

What's the average income in Lostwithiel & Penwithick?

Average resident income is about £40,100 per year.

What home types are most common in Lostwithiel & Penwithick?

Housing mix: detached 36.4%, semi-detached 31.8%.

What are house prices in Lostwithiel & Penwithick?

Based on 135 recent sales, the median price is £253,000; see the 10-year chart for trends.

How much social housing is near Lostwithiel & Penwithick?

About 7.7% across the Lostwithiel & Penwithick area.

What are prices by property type in Lostwithiel & Penwithick?

Latest medians: Detached £391,000, Semi-detached £232,500, Terraced £215,000, Flats £124,500.

How deprived is Lostwithiel & Penwithick?

Deprivation score 7/10 (rank 12335 of 32844 in country).

How safe is Lostwithiel & Penwithick?

Crime level in Lostwithiel & Penwithick is moderate with about 67 crimes per 1,000 residents.

How many households are in Lostwithiel & Penwithick?

There are 4,728 households in Lostwithiel & Penwithick

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Q: What schools in Lostwithiel & Penwithick and how are they rated?

There are 8 schools in Lostwithiel & Penwithick: 7 primary (0 Outstanding and 6 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

England / South West / Cornwall / Lostwithiel & Penwithick

About

Lostwithiel is a historic market town in Cornwall, known for its medieval architecture and riverside setting along the River Fowey. The town features narrow streets, a 13th-century church, and the remains of Restormel Castle, a Norman fortress. Lostwithiel was once a major port and stannary town, playing a key role in Cornwall’s tin mining industry. Today, it offers shops, cafes, and a relaxed atmosphere, with easy access to the surrounding countryside.

Penwithick, located nearby, is a smaller residential area with a mix of housing and local amenities. It sits close to the Eden Project and the scenic Clay Trails, popular for walking and cycling. The area provides a quieter alternative to busier coastal towns, while still being well-connected by road and rail. Both Lostwithiel and Penwithick offer a blend of history, nature, and convenience in mid-Cornwall.

Area overview

On average Lostwithiel & Penwithick has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 67 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Lostwithiel & Penwithick is £40,100 per year. There are 8 schools in Lostwithiel & Penwithick: 7 primary (0 Outstanding and 6 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

2/10

Social housing

7.7%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Lostwithiel & Penwithick Population

11,098

Population density

146.3 per km²

Demographics

British

10,290

92.71%

Other White

360

3.24%

Other

129

1.16%

Gypsy or Irish Traveller

0.68%

Roma

0.59%

Total population: 11,099

Housing

Owns outright

1,987

42.03%

Owns with a mortgage

1,247

26.37%

Private landlord or letting agency

862

18.23%

Other social rented

365

7.72%

Other forms of private rent

145

3.07%

Total households: 4,728

Property prices in Lostwithiel & Penwithick

Based on 135 recent sales, the median property price is £253,000 in Lostwithiel & Penwithick area, with individual transactions ranging from £40,000 up to £900,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	48	£391,000	£170,000	£325,000	£452,625	£631,500
Flats	14	£124,500	£86,625	£102,063	£194,875	£348,750
Semi-Detached	44	£232,500	£119,500	£188,750	£281,250	£416,000
Terraced	29	£215,000	£119,993	£167,500	£295,000	£463,400

10 years price trend in Lostwithiel & Penwithick

All postcodes in Lostwithiel & Penwithick

PL268YH

Lostwithiel & Penwithick

PL268YR

Resugga Green Lane

PL305AR

Lostwithiel & Penwithick

PL220AF

Duke Street

PL220AH

Bodmin Hill

PL220BD

Coffa Bridge Close

PL220BW

Fore Street

PL268WS

Lostwithiel & Penwithick

PL305DB

Lostwithiel & Penwithick

PL305FE

Lostwithiel & Penwithick

PL220AR

Lostwithiel & Penwithick

PL220DQ

Lostwithiel & Penwithick

PL220EH

Lostwithiel & Penwithick

PL242TU

Lostwithiel & Penwithick

PL268RY

Lostwithiel & Penwithick

PL268SJ

Springfields

PL268TZ

Cargwyn

PL268UW

Penhale Road

PL268XQ

Greensplat Road

PL305DA

Lostwithiel & Penwithick

PL305DT

Lostwithiel & Penwithick

PL220HH

Rose Hill Close

PL220JB

Brunel Quays

PL268PE

Fore Street

PL268RU

Lostwithiel & Penwithick

PL268SB

Lostwithiel & Penwithick

PL268XF

Bodmin Road

PL268YB

Lostwithiel & Penwithick

PL305AN

Lostwithiel & Penwithick

PL305DL

Lostwithiel & Penwithick

PL305EB

St Sulien

PL220BT

Summers Street

PL220GH

Bownder Lowen

PL268TF

Caudledown Lane

PL268XZ

Penwithick Park

PL268YF

Lostwithiel & Penwithick

PL220AW

Lostwithiel & Penwithick

PL220BH

Church Lane

PL220ET

Cott Road

PL220LD

Newham Lane

PL268GD

Lostwithiel & Penwithick

PL268NS

Cookworthy Close

PL268QL

New Molinnis

PL268RB

Tor View

PL268TE

Band House Lane

PL305FD

Beswetherick Field

PL220DT

Scrations Lane

PL220HA

Pleyber Christ Way

PL220JH

Lostwithiel & Penwithick

PL220JF

Lostwithiel & Penwithick

PL268FT

Stevens Court

PL268PJ

Rosevear Meadows

PL268RD

Higher Bugle

PL268RH

Lostwithiel & Penwithick

PL268SR

Band House Lane

PL268TT

Helena Court

PL268WJ

Beam Road

PL268WX

Lostwithiel & Penwithick

PL268XG

Bodmin Road

PL220JE

Lostwithiel & Penwithick

PL242SS

Lostwithiel & Penwithick

PL268UJ

Churchill Way

PL220AE

Queen Street

PL220FF

Lostwithiel & Penwithick

PL220GJ

Castle Hill

PL220HR

Cott Road

PL220JZ

Castle Hill

PL268UL

Ashley Close

PL268QF

Fore Street

PL268SU

Caudledown Lane

PL268SW

Stannary Road

PL268YA

Lostwithiel & Penwithick

PL305ED

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Data Sources

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

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