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Padstow

England / South West / Cornwall / Padstow

About

Padstow is a coastal ward in north Cornwall, known for its fishing port and tourism industry. The area includes the town of Padstow and surrounding villages, with a mix of residential and commercial properties. The harbour remains a focal point, supporting local fishing and boat trips.

The ward features a range of amenities, including shops, restaurants, and schools, catering to both residents and visitors. Surrounding areas include farmland and coastal paths, such as sections of the South West Coast Path. The Camel Trail, a popular cycling and walking route, runs nearby, linking Padstow to Bodmin and Wadebridge.

Area overview

On average Padstow has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 46 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Padstow is £42,000 per year. There are 4 schools in Padstow: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
46
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
11%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Padstow Population
6,776
Population density
87.7 per km²

Demographics

British
6,375
94.08%
Other
125
1.84%
Other White
115
1.7%
White and Black African (mixed)
40
0.59%
White and Asian (mixed)
28
0.41%
Total population: 6,776

Housing

Owns outright
1,168
40.71%
Owns with a mortgage
610
21.26%
Private landlord or letting agency
409
14.26%
Social rents from council
307
10.7%
Other social rented
167
5.82%
Total households: 2,869

Property prices in Padstow

Based on 91 recent sales, the median property price is £399,950 in Padstow area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £4,500,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached40£640,000
Flats6£242,500
Semi-Detached19£265,000
Terraced26£324,250

10 years price trend in Padstow

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Data Sources

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