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Tywardreath & Fowey

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About

Tywardreath and Fowey are neighbouring settlements on Cornwall’s south coast, known for their coastal landscapes and historic connections. Tywardreath, a small village, sits inland with views over St Austell Bay, while Fowey is a bustling harbour town at the mouth of the River Fowey. The area is characterised by wooded valleys, estuaries, and sheltered coves, offering walking trails like the Saints’ Way and South West Coast Path.

Fowey’s deep-water harbour has been a focal point for trade and fishing for centuries, with ferries linking to Polruan and Mevagissey. The town features narrow streets lined with independent shops and traditional pubs. Nearby, the ruins of St Catherine’s Castle overlook the estuary, and the surrounding countryside includes the Eden Project, a reclaimed clay pit turned ecological attraction. The area’s mix of maritime heritage and natural scenery makes it a popular destination.

Area overview

On average Tywardreath & Fowey has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 57 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Tywardreath & Fowey is £40,900 per year. There are 3 schools in Tywardreath & Fowey: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
57
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Tywardreath & Fowey Population
5,687
Population density
204.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,399
94.95%
Other White
97
1.71%
Other
67
1.18%
Irish
45
0.79%
White and Asian (mixed)
20
0.35%
Total population: 5,686

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,340
51.46%
Owns with a mortgage
606
23.27%
Private landlord or letting agency
425
16.32%
Other social rented
118
4.53%
Other forms of private rent
69
2.65%
Total households: 2,604

Property prices in Tywardreath & Fowey

Based on 104 recent sales, the median property price is £367,500 in Tywardreath & Fowey area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £2,442,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Tywardreath & Fowey 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 Tywardreath & Fowey over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached53£450,000
Flats8£437,500
Semi-Detached19£262,000
Terraced24£233,750

10 years median price trend in Tywardreath & Fowey

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Tywardreath & Fowey.

All postcodes in Tywardreath & Fowey

PL231JT

Edgcumbe Road

PL231LW

Downs Hill

PL242LT

Eastcliffe Road

PL242QF

Tehidy Road

PL242RN

Bridge Street

PL231AR

Market Street

PL231DQ

Du Maurier Drive

PL231FE

Carne Close

PL231HD

Windmill

PL242AE

Chapel Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.