What's the Lynher population and density?

Lynher population is 5,756 with density 51.7 per km².

What's the average income in Lynher?

Average resident income is about £44,122 per year.

How deprived is Lynher?

Deprivation score 7/10 (rank 13201 of 32844 in country).

How many households are in Lynher?

There are 2,510 households in Lynher

What home types are most common in Lynher?

Housing mix: detached 56.8%, semi-detached 28.3%.

Crime level in Lynher is moderate with about 40 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What are house prices in Lynher?

Based on 63 recent sales, the median price is £298,000; see the 10-year chart for trends.

How much social housing is near Lynher?

About 7.9% across the Lynher area.

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Lynher

Q: What schools in Lynher and how are they rated?

There are 4 schools in Lynher: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

England / South West / Cornwall / Lynher

About

Lynher ward is located in the eastern part of Cornwall, covering areas around the River Lynher and its surrounding countryside. The ward includes villages such as St Germans, a historic settlement with a notable medieval church, and Tideford, known for its riverside setting. The landscape is characterised by rolling farmland, woodlands, and tidal creeks, offering a mix of rural and coastal scenery.

The area has strong ties to agriculture and fishing, with local farms and small harbours dotting the riverbanks. St Germans serves as a focal point, with its railway station providing connections to Plymouth and beyond. The ward’s quiet, rural atmosphere attracts those seeking a slower pace of life, while its proximity to larger towns like Saltash ensures accessibility to amenities. The Lynher River also supports wildlife, making it a spot for birdwatching and outdoor activities.

Area overview

On average Lynher has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 40 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Lynher is £44,122 per year. There are 4 schools in Lynher: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

4/10

Social housing

7.9%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Lynher Population

5,756

Population density

51.7 per km²

Demographics

British

5,552

96.41%

Other White

1.23%

Other

0.78%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.5%

Irish

0.26%

Total population: 5,759

Housing

Owns outright

1,306

52.05%

Owns with a mortgage

646

25.75%

Private landlord or letting agency

241

9.61%

Social rents from council

162

6.46%

Other forms of private rent

3.39%

Total households: 2,509

Property prices in Lynher

Based on 63 recent sales, the median property price is £298,000 in Lynher area, with individual transactions ranging from £85,000 up to £910,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	39	£380,000	£199,500	£307,500	£573,125	£794,000
Semi-Detached	15	£224,000	£124,625	£190,000	£273,500	£386,500
Terraced	9	£174,500	£85,000	£150,000	£208,000	£233,200

10 years price trend in Lynher

All postcodes in Lynher

PL126UR

Dunstan Lane

PL145LN

St Neot & St Cleer

PL145NF

Church Hill

PL145NN

Church Hill

PL145QS

Lower Middle Hill

PL177JP

Haye Road

PL177PE

St Neot & St Cleer

PL178QD

South Hill Road

PL126RF

St Germans & St Mellion

PL126UE

Dunstan Lane

PL143SL

St Germans & St Mellion

PL145AN

St Neot & St Cleer

PL145BA

St Neot & St Cleer

PL145BB

St Neot & St Cleer

PL145BE

St Neot & St Cleer

PL145NQ

East Park

PL145PP

Lower Glen Park

PL145QA

Shute Lane

PL145QG

Lower Middle Hill

PL177PG

St Neot & St Cleer

PL177NQ

Bluebell Lane

PL178QP

St Neot & St Cleer

PL143NG

Callington & Pensilva

PL177NT

St Neot & St Cleer

PL125JD

St Germans & St Mellion

PL126QZ

St Germans & St Mellion

PL126UG

Dunstan Lane

PL145PZ

Fore Street

PL145QT

Belmont Park

PL177HS

St Germans & St Mellion

PL177LH

Redmoor Road

PL177LY

Stoke Road

PL177PD

St Neot & St Cleer

PL177PH

Highbury

PL145BJ

St Neot & St Cleer

PL145NT

Quarry Road

PL177PQ

St Neot & St Cleer

PL126SD

St Germans & St Mellion

PL143SF

St Germans & St Mellion

PL145BH

St Neot & St Cleer

PL145PY

Fore Street

PL177LP

South Hill Road

PL177LR

South Hill Road

PL177ND

St Neot & St Cleer

PL177PB

St Neot & St Cleer

PL126QP

Saltash Latchbrook & St Stephens

PL126QX

St Germans & St Mellion

PL126SE

Barton Meadows

PL143NB

St Ive Road

PL145AJ

St Neot & St Cleer

PL145NZ

Wesley Road

PL145PH

Goodmans Lane

PL145PN

Glen Park

PL145RD

Globerdon Road

PL145RG

St Ive Road

PL177JU

St Neot & St Cleer

PL177NL

St Neot & St Cleer

PL177RF

St Neot & St Cleer

PL126RG

St Germans & St Mellion

PL126UT

The Rowans

PL145AA

St Neot & St Cleer

PL145AT

St Neot & St Cleer

PL145AX

St Neot & St Cleer

PL145PU

Fore Street

PL145RB

St Ive Road

PL177NY

Highbury

PL125AN

Liskeard Road

PL125AX

St Germans & St Mellion

PL126RJ

St Germans & St Mellion

PL143SH

St Germans & St Mellion

PL145NW

Gooseberry Lane

PL145PX

Church Hill

PL177NF

St Neot & St Cleer

PL177HU

Axford Hill

PL178QW

St Neot & St Cleer

PL125FG

Dens Meadow

PL125JB

Tideford Cross Lane

PL126QR

Saltash Latchbrook & St Stephens

PL145BW

St Neot & St Cleer

PL145RE

Quarry Road

PL177NG

South Hill Road

PL126QU

Saltash Latchbrook & St Stephens

PL126RX

Dunstan Lane

PL126UY

Saltash Latchbrook & St Stephens

PL145NS

Quarry Road

PL143LX

Charter Way

PL143NA

Callington & Pensilva

PL145AY

St Neot & St Cleer

PL145LS

St Neot & St Cleer

PL145NY

Princess Road

PL159QJ

St Neot & St Cleer

PL177NS

St Neot & St Cleer

PL126UQ

Orchard Close

PL145LH

St Neot & St Cleer

PL145RJ

Globerdon Road

PL125JE

St Germans & St Mellion

PL145BN

Chapel Row

PL145PS

Callington & Pensilva

PL145PT

Church Hill

PL145QJ

Fore Street

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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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