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Lynher

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

PL145QR

Goodmans Lane

PL145RA

Amanda Way

PL145SF

Wesley Road

PL177JR

Haye Road

PL126UF

Orchard Close

PL145AP

St Neot & St Cleer

PL145FR

Rosevear Close

PL145PR

East Park

PL145RQ

Globerdon Road

PL177LN

South Hill Road

PL125AL

St Germans & St Mellion

PL126RL

St Germans & St Mellion

PL143ND

Shute Lane

PL145NJ

Higher Road

PL145PB

Wesley Road

PL145QH

Fore Street

PL145QX

Callington & Pensilva

PL177NZ

Woodland Rise

PL178QN

St Neot & St Cleer

PL143SE

Trehunist Heights

PL143SN

St Germans & St Mellion

PL145FH

St Neot & St Cleer

PL145RL

Globerdon Road

PL177HW

Frogwell Road

PL177NN

St Neot & St Cleer

PL125JF

St Germans & St Mellion

PL143SJ

St Germans & St Mellion

PL143SQ

Treweese Road

PL145BQ

St Neot & St Cleer

PL145FP

Globerdon Road

PL145LL

St Neot & St Cleer

PL145NB

Globerdon Road

PL145RH

Globerdon Road

PL145SA

Penharget Close

PL125AY

St Germans & St Mellion

PL125DW

St Germans & St Mellion

PL126QB

Vinegar Hill

PL126UU

Dunstan Lane

PL143LU

Callington & Pensilva

PL145AZ

St Neot & St Cleer

PL145NP

Quarry Road

PL145NR

Pollards Close

PL145PE

Higher Road

PL145PW

Glen Park

PL177HT

St Germans & St Mellion

PL177JT

St Neot & St Cleer

PL177LU

South Hill Road

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Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail