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Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

England / South West / Cornwall / Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs

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 very low 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
2/10
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

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

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 111 recent sales, the median property price is £385,000 in Shortlanesend, Chacewater & Carnon Downs area, with individual transactions ranging from £32,400 up to £1,595,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached57£503,000
Flats2£136,200
Semi-Detached21£290,000
Terraced31£250,000

10 years price trend 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

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Data Sources

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