areas within Cornwall
| Bodmin | Helston | Padstow | St. Ives |
| Bude | Launceston | Penzance | Truro |
| Camborne | Liskeard | St Austell | Wadebridge |
| Falmouth | Looe | St. Agnes | |
| Fowey | Newquay | St. Columb |
other areas in UK
The county of Cornwall
Cornwall is renowned for its golden beaches, fantastic surf and laid-back lifestyle, but also has a growing economy, fuelled by investment from business and government, and has become a leader in developing technologies, such as renewable energy. The county is home to a number of significant national attractions including the Tate in St Ives, the National Maritime Museum in Falmouth and the Eden Project in St. Austell. The county of Cornwall is on the most south westerly tip of England, covers an area of 1,370 square miles (including the Isles of Scilly), and has a population of over 500,000. The sea forms the northern, southern and western boundaries. To the east, Cornwall's border with Devon is formed by the River Tamar, creating a physical and cultural divide with the rest of the UK, for all but 18 km of its length. Famed for its affinity with the sea, Cornwall is synonymous with the romantic tales of pirates and smugglers, surfing, Cornish pasties and rugged coastlines. The county is also famous for its beer, wine, cider and mead.
A brief history
Everyone who has a sense of place and history enters Cornwall from England with a feeling of having crossed a cultural border. Changed though it is by recent Anglo-American influences, by the communications and transport revolution, the international media and by the inward migration of the twentieth century, Cornwall remains decidedly special. Cornwall's name is probably the tribal name 'Cornovii', meaning the 'horn people' - most likely having derived from the location at the end of the south-west peninsula. Among the most obvious historic relics in the Cornish landscape are the engine houses of old mines. It is not known when minerals were first extracted, but Bronze Age settlers found tin and traded in it. The twentieth century saw Cornwall's heavy engineering industry in slow decline, and the growth of light industry. The railway era brought holiday-makers to its magnificent coast, and towns such as Newquay, Bude, Falmouth and Penzance responded, providing hotels and guest houses. Regeneration programmes promise a new future in the twenty-first century for towns like Redruth, Camborne, Falmouth and St. Austell.
Living in Cornwall
Improved transport and broadband internet have transformed life in this once remote county. The result is an influx of buyers seeking a permanent move and not just a holiday home. A high proportion of people who buy property in Cornwall are families with young children seeking a better quality of life, retirees, and second home buyers. It's not difficult to understand why people select this region; Cornwall enjoys one of the lowest crime rates in the UK, has an extraordinarily beautiful and varied coastline, together with the warmest climate in the UK, a laid back lifestyle, and, according to local residents, they enjoy a strong sense of place and community. Estate agents in Cornwall have reported demand for property has been even higher since the arrival of broadband internet access across the county.
The types of property for sale in Cornwall varies across the region, and includes town houses, country houses, manor houses, farmhouses, rectories, country estates, converted barns and a good selection of coastal properties. One of Cornwall's property hotspots is the cathedral city of Truro, which is the county town and only city. Truro is the archetypal county town - elegant and charming with an air of distinction.
The city has modern schools and is one of the best shopping centres in the West. There are two busy covered markets to augment the shops, and on Lemon Quay is the Creation Centre - an arcade of specialist shops beneath the same roof as the Pannier Market. For everyday consumables Truro has a Sainsbury's, Somerfield, Tesco and Co-op. The city also has some excellent parks and gardens, a number of sports facilities and is home to the Royal Cornwall Museum. Families who are considering relocating to this city will discover a good selection of houses for sale in Truro. Expect to pay £210k+ for a four bedroom detached family house.
According to the estate agents in Cornwall, another hotspot is the fashionable fishing port of Padstow, which enjoyed a renaissance when Chef Rick Stein burst on to our T.V. screens, following the opening of his famous "Seafood Restaurant". Padstow property prices have seen one of the largest increases in the country, with properties being snapped up almost as soon as they're on the market. Families with children who are relocating to Cornwall will discover the county was recently judged to have the best-performing education authority in the South West, with exam results well above the national average. Twelve of the county's comprehensives have been awarded specialist school status in several subject areas, and there are also a number of highly-rated private schools and several colleges.
Travel and transport links in the county of Cornwall
Residents with Cornwall property benefit from significant improvements to the transport system, achieved in recent years. The M4, M5 and M6 motorways have made travel to the region simple and straightforward, while within Cornwall itself the two major routes, the A30 and A38, continue to improve, with fast dual carriageways as far as Bodmin and most of the way to Penzance. The easiest way to reach Cornwall by road is to join the M5 to Exeter, after which you take either the A30 or A38 into Cornwall, depending on your final destination. By rail, First Great Western provides high speed services between London Paddington, South Wales, the Cotswolds and the West Country, including sleeper services from London Paddington. Wales & West Passenger Trains run direct services into Cornwall via Bristol, from Manchester, Birmingham, Bath, Swindon, Portsmouth and Cardiff. Virgin Trains operate services from Birmingham, Bristol, the North and Scotland. It is also possible to fly into Newquay Cornwall Airport, from Bristol, Cardiff, Dublin, Leeds-Bradford, Manchester, London Gatwick, London Stanstead and London Luton airports.
view the 10 most recently added properties for sale in Cornwall
1 bedroom house in Harmonie, Looe, Cornwall - Asking price of £79,950
Seasons are delighted to offer for sale this one bedroom detached bungalow that requires modernisation and improvement. Situated on the seafront at Hannafore the property is to the rear of Penroy...... view full details
4 bedrooms house in Lynher Drive, Saltash,Cornwall - Asking price of £234,950
A spacious 3/4 bed det. bungalow set on a corner plot in a sought after cul-de-sac enjoying river & moorland views. Accommodation comprises lounge/diner, kitchen, sep Wc, bathroom and study/4th...... view full details
4 bedrooms house in Falmouth, Cornwall - Asking price of £259,950
This individual detached family home is set in a small cul-de-sac at this favoured residential location, just off Trescobeas Road in Falmouth and is being sold with 'no onward chain'.... view full details
3 bedrooms house in Tresawle Road, Falmouth, Cornwall - Asking price of £130,000
A three bedroom, mid terrace house requiring redecoration and some refurbishment work. The property benefits from double glazed windows and gas central heating.... view full details
2 bedrooms house in Fishermans Cottage, Looe, Cornwall - Asking price of £129,950
Nestled in the heart of the back streets of Looe is this quaint fisherman's cottage that offers 2 storey accommodation with some original features. The property has been used as a holiday let...... view full details
2 bedrooms house in Gypsy, Looe, Cornwall - Asking price of £132,500
Situated in the sought after area on Hannafore set back from the seafront you will find this detached bungalow that has private parking, a small outside space and some sea views. Restricted to...... view full details
2 bedrooms house in Trenant Road, Looe, Cornwall - Asking price of £159,950
2 bedroom detached bungalow situated on the Barbican in East Looe close to the shops, schools and amenities. Although the property has uPVC double glazing and gas central heating it still requires...... view full details
2 bedrooms house in Morview Road, Widegates, Cornwall - Asking price of £169,950
Seasons are pleased to bring to the market this delightful semi-detached bungalow that offers well proportioned 2 bedroom accommodation in a convenient village location close to Looe and the A38...... view full details
4 bedrooms house in Tremenheere Road, Penzance, Cornwall - Asking price of £250,000
Situated in a pleasant no through road within close proximity of county primary and secondary schooling and recreation ground this modern semi detached residence offers well proportioned...... view full details
