What's the The Lizard population and density?

The Lizard population is 8,908 with density 59.0 per km².

What's the average income in The Lizard?

Average resident income is about £43,200 per year.

What are prices by property type in The Lizard?

Latest medians: Detached £445,000, Semi-detached £247,500, Terraced £262,500, Flats £183,000.

How much social housing is near The Lizard?

About 8.9% across the The Lizard area.

How many households are in The Lizard?

There are 3,808 households in The Lizard

How safe is The Lizard?

Crime level in The Lizard is very low with about 36 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What are house prices in The Lizard?

Based on 104 recent sales, the median price is £355,000; see the 10-year chart for trends.

What home types are most common in The Lizard?

Housing mix: detached 56.3%, semi-detached 22.9%.

How deprived is The Lizard?

Deprivation score 6/10 (rank 13741 of 32844 in country).

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Q: What schools in The Lizard and how are they rated?

There are 8 schools in The Lizard: 7 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good)

England / South West / Cornwall / The Lizard

About

The Lizard is a peninsula in southern Cornwall, known for its rugged coastline and unique geology. It is the southernmost point of mainland Britain, with dramatic cliffs and rocky outcrops shaping the landscape. The area is rich in wildlife, particularly seabirds and rare plants, due to its mild climate and varied habitats.

The Lizard is also notable for its maritime history, with the Lizard Lighthouse guiding ships through hazardous waters. The village of Lizard Point offers coastal walks and views of the Atlantic Ocean. The peninsula’s geology includes serpentine rock, which is found in local crafts and landmarks. The area attracts visitors for its natural beauty and outdoor activities like hiking and birdwatching.

Area overview

On average The Lizard has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 36 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in The Lizard is £43,200 per year. There are 8 schools in The Lizard: 7 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

2/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

4/10

Social housing

8.9%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

The Lizard Population

8,908

Population density

59 per km²

Demographics

British

8,374

94.04%

Other

170

1.91%

Other White

140

1.57%

Irish

0.54%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.36%

Total population: 8,905

Housing

Owns outright

1,935

50.81%

Owns with a mortgage

742

19.49%

Private landlord or letting agency

499

13.1%

Other social rented

374

9.82%

Other forms of private rent

142

3.73%

Total households: 3,808

Property prices in The Lizard

Based on 104 recent sales, the median property price is £355,000 in The Lizard area, with individual transactions ranging from £30,000 up to £1,000,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	60	£445,000	£263,525	£366,250	£550,000	£762,000
Flats	4	£183,000	£123,750	£138,750	£234,500	£266,900
Semi-Detached	20	£247,500	£39,500	£183,251	£291,925	£335,100
Terraced	20	£262,500	£169,000	£214,375	£328,750	£520,750

10 years price trend in The Lizard

All postcodes in The Lizard

TR127RW

Gwel An Garrek

TR126DW

The Lizard

TR126NE

Lemon Street

TR126PL

Pengarrock Hill

TR126QE

The Lizard

TR126RH

The Lizard

TR126TD

Polecoverack Lane

TR127HU

Laflouder Lane

TR127NS

Penmenner Road

TR127PB

Beacon Terrace

TR127RD

Per Kithen

TR127RU

Lusart Drive

TR126DP

The Lizard

TR126RQ

The Lizard

TR126SZ

The Lizard

TR127JU

Barn Hill

TR127PQ

Church Cove Road

TR127QL

The Lizard

TR127QX

Cury Cross Lanes

TR126BQ

Gweek Drive

TR126DA

The Lizard

TR126DN

Green Hill

TR126QN

The Lizard

TR127AY

Chypons Road

TR127BB

Cury Cross Lanes

TR127BL

Parc Enys

TR127DU

Chypons Road

TR127DY

Gibbons Fields

TR127JA

The Lizard

TR127JB

Poldhu Road

TR127JJ

Glebe Place

TR127LX

The Lizard

TR127NA

The Lizard

TR127NR

Lighthouse Road

TR127NX

Penmenner Road

TR127PJ

The Lizard

TR127QB

The Lizard

TR127RJ

The Lizard

TR126AD

The Lizard

TR126EA

The Lizard

TR126HD

The Lizard

TR127AT

The Lizard

TR127BZ

The Lizard

TR127DL

Trewoon Road

TR127EN

Polurrian Road

TR127JN

Glebe Place

TR127LQ

The Lizard

TR127RT

Greenfield Close

TR127BN

Parc Enys

TR126AU

The Lizard

TR126AY

Gweek Drive

TR126BW

Green Hill

TR126JU

The Lizard

TR126LN

Mawgan

TR126QF

Commercial Road

TR126TP

Bounder Treath

TR127BP

Polhorman Lane

TR127BX

The Lizard

TR127NB

Friar's Lane

TR127NW

Penmenner Road

TR127PY

The Lizard

TR127QT

Skyburriowe Lane

TR126RD

The Lizard

TR126RL

The Lizard

TR126SN

The Lizard

TR126TJ

Bounder Treath

TR127DN

The Lizard

TR127LG

Long Moor

TR127NP

Parc Brawse

TR127QJ

The Lizard

TR126DE

Gear Hill

TR126ES

The Lizard

TR126HA

Vicarage Lane

TR126HU

The Lizard

TR126NH

Lemon Street

TR126SE

The Lizard

TR126TB

Chymbloth Way

TR127BH

White Cross

TR127DP

Carne Quarry

TR127HE

Redannack North

TR127JX

Cadgwith

TR127PE

Beacon Terrace

TR127QS

The Lizard

TR126JN

The Lizard

TR126ND

High Street

TR126NP

High Street

TR126NX

The Lizard

TR126SY

School Hill

TR126TN

The Lizard

TR127DF

Willis Vean

TR127LF

Mundys Field

TR127QF

The Lizard

TR127RL

Croft Parc

TR126AA

Glebe Close

TR126BP

Moor Parc

TR126DG

The Lizard

TR126DH

Fords Hill

TR126EF

The Lizard

TR126HZ

The Lizard

TR126JJ

Minster Meadow

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Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail