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Porthleven, Breage & Germoe

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About

Porthleven, Breage & Germoe ward is located on the south coast of Cornwall, encompassing a mix of coastal and rural areas. The ward includes the historic fishing port of Porthleven, known for its natural harbour and maritime heritage. Inland, the villages of Breage and Germoe offer a quieter, more agricultural setting, with traditional Cornish cottages and farmland. The area is characterised by its proximity to the sea, with cliffs and beaches along the coastline.

The ward has a mix of residential, farming, and tourism-related activities. Porthleven attracts visitors with its harbour, seafood restaurants, and annual events like the food festival. Breage and Germoe retain a more rural feel, with local churches and historic sites such as the Breage Parish Church. The landscape includes open fields, hedgerows, and small woodlands, typical of Cornwall’s countryside. The ward provides a balance between coastal life and inland tranquillity.

Area overview

On average Porthleven, Breage & Germoe has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 38 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Porthleven, Breage & Germoe is £42,237 per year. There are 4 schools in Porthleven, Breage & Germoe: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
38
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
8.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Porthleven, Breage & Germoe Population
6,819
Population density
165 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,456
94.69%
Other White
115
1.69%
Other
96
1.41%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
32
0.47%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
28
0.41%
Total population: 6,818

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,583
51.26%
Owns with a mortgage
704
22.8%
Private landlord or letting agency
336
10.88%
Other social rented
272
8.81%
Other forms of private rent
81
2.62%
Total households: 3,088

Property prices in Porthleven, Breage & Germoe

Based on 88 recent sales, the median property price is £375,000 in Porthleven, Breage & Germoe area, with individual transactions ranging from £78,000 up to £795,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Porthleven, Breage & Germoe 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 Porthleven, Breage & Germoe over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached44£467,500
Semi-Detached23£351,500
Terraced21£270,000

10 years median price trend in Porthleven, Breage & Germoe

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Porthleven, Breage & Germoe.

All postcodes in Porthleven, Breage & Germoe

TR139AD

Porthleven, Breage & Praa Sands

TR139AW

Gibson Way

TR139FB

Harbour Road

TR139JQ

Porthleven, Breage & Praa Sands

TR139LP

Penponds Road

TR139RE

Herland Road

TR139TE

Porthleven, Breage & Praa Sands

TR209RW

Crowan, Wendron & Stithians

TR209SB

Porthleven, Breage & Praa Sands

TR276AR

Herland Road

TR139SR

Fore Street

TR139AN

Gibson Way

TR139EG

Mount's Road

TR139JB

Harbour Road

TR139LB

Tolponds Road

TR139QZ

Herland Road

TR209BB

Porthleven, Breage & Praa Sands

TR139AB

Wellington Road

TR139AP

Sunset Drive

TR139DQ

Elliston Gardens

TR139EZ

Cliff Road

TR139HH

Fore Street

TR139LE

Porthleven, Breage & Praa Sands

TR139TB

Porthleven, Breage & Praa Sands

TR139TF

Crowan, Wendron & Stithians

TR209RL

Porthleven, Breage & Praa Sands

TR139SE

Porthleven, Breage & Praa Sands

TR139BT

Sunset Gardens

TR139DZ

Mount's Bay Terrace

TR139HB

Cliff Road

TR139HD

Porthleven, Breage & Praa Sands

TR139HZ

Elliston Gardens

TR139JY

Porthleven, Breage & Praa Sands

TR139RF

Crowan, Wendron & Stithians

TR139RH

Forth Vean

TR139TW

Porthleven, Breage & Praa Sands

TR209AA

Porthleven, Breage & Praa Sands

TR209AE

Porthleven, Breage & Praa Sands

TR209RN

Crowan, Wendron & Stithians

Data Sources

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