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Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

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About

Shortlanesend, Chacewater, and Carnon Downs are villages located near Truro in Cornwall. The area is characterised by a mix of rural landscapes and small settlements, with farmland and woodland dominating the scenery. Carnon Downs is known for its proximity to the Carnon River and the nearby Bissoe Valley, a former mining area now used for walking and cycling. The villages have a quiet, residential feel, with local amenities including schools, shops, and pubs serving the community.

Chacewater, slightly inland, has a historic church and a village green, reflecting its long-standing presence in the area. Shortlanesend, closer to Truro, offers easy access to the city while maintaining a semi-rural atmosphere. The area’s past is tied to mining, with remnants of engine houses and industrial heritage visible in the landscape. Today, it serves as a commuter belt for Truro, with good transport links and a balance between countryside living and urban convenience.

Area overview

On average Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 37 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs is £47,800 per year. There are 4 schools in Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
37
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
5.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs Population
9,118
Population density
137.6 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,575
94.06%
Other White
195
2.14%
Other
94
1.03%
White and Asian (mixed)
61
0.67%
Irish
46
0.5%
Total population: 9,117

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,938
48.98%
Owns with a mortgage
1,107
27.98%
Private landlord or letting agency
517
13.07%
Social rents from council
148
3.74%
Other social rented
105
2.65%
Total households: 3,957

Property prices in Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

Based on 120 recent sales, the median property price is £385,000 in Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs area, with individual transactions ranging from £32,400 up to £1,500,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs 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 Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached63£495,000
Flats3£135,000
Semi-Detached23£290,000
Terraced31£252,000

10 years median price trend in Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs.

All postcodes in Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR36PQ

Greenbank Road

TR36QH

Dicky Lane

TR36QR

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR36RN

Elm Meadow

TR48JA

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR48LZ

Wheal Busy Lane

TR48NZ

Wheal Busy Lane

TR48ST

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR49DF

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR49EB

Coosebean Lane

TR49EF

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR49ES

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR36EU

Carlyon Road

TR36HB

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR36JA

Bissoe Road

TR36JX

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR36LF

Forth Coth

TR36NG

Old Tram Road

TR48JX

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR48LW

Falmouth Road

TR48NW

North Hill

TR49FL

Church Road

TR48PH

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR48PY

The Square

TR48QB

Fore Street

TR48QN

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR48QP

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR49EX

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR49FH

Church Road

TR165QG

Church Hill

TR36AD

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR36ET

Old Coach Road

TR36NP

Penpol Hill

TR36PH

Greenbank Road

TR36RG

La Vague

TR36SA

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR36SG

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR48LA

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR48LG

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR48NS

Station Road

TR48QF

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR49EY

Church Road

TR49FR

Forge Way

TR36LH

Forth Coth

TR36NB

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR36NL

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR36PA

Devoran Lane

TR36QX

Mount George Road

TR36RA

Churchtown

TR48LS

High Street

TR48LX

High Street

TR48PT

Fore Street

TR49DJ

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR49DL

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR36AB

Mill Lane

TR36JN

Drovers Way

TR36NE

St John's Terrace

TR36SE

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR48GP

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR36EZ

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR36GN

Gig Lane

TR36NX

Point Road

TR36QW

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR48HE

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR48NB

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

TR48PS

Fore Street

TR49DA

Northey Close

TR49DN

Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

Data Sources

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