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Probus & St Erme

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About

Probus & St Erme is a ward in central Cornwall, covering the villages of Probus, St Erme, and surrounding rural areas. The area is known for its agricultural land, with fields and farmland shaping much of the landscape. Probus, the larger of the two villages, has a mix of historic buildings, including the 15th-century St Probus Church, which features one of the tallest towers in Cornwall. The village also has local amenities such as shops, pubs, and a primary school.

St Erme is a smaller, quieter village with a strong community feel, centered around its church and village hall. The ward is well-connected by road, with the A390 providing links to Truro and St Austell. The area retains a rural character, with scattered hamlets and open countryside, while still being within easy reach of larger towns. Walking routes and country lanes offer opportunities to explore the surrounding farmland and woodland.

Area overview

On average Probus & St Erme has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 38 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Probus & St Erme is £45,747 per year. There are 5 schools in Probus & St Erme: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
38
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
8.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Probus & St Erme Population
6,700
Population density
88.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,397
95.42%
Other White
78
1.16%
Other
68
1.01%
Irish
62
0.92%
White and Asian (mixed)
24
0.36%
Total population: 6,704

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,112
39.4%
Owns with a mortgage
853
30.23%
Private landlord or letting agency
466
16.51%
Social rents from council
133
4.71%
Other social rented
132
4.68%
Total households: 2,822

Property prices in Probus & St Erme

Based on 68 recent sales, the median property price is £305,000 in Probus & St Erme area, with individual transactions ranging from £115,000 up to £925,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Probus & St Erme 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 Probus & St Erme over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached29£420,000
Flats1£182,000
Semi-Detached21£236,000
Terraced17£250,000

10 years median price trend in Probus & St Erme

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Probus & St Erme.

Data Sources

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