About Barkla Shop

Barkla Shop is located in the village of St Columb Major within Cornwall, England. It lies in the TR5 postcode area, which covers parts of the north coast of the county. The shop serves as a local convenience store, offering everyday essentials to residents and visitors in the area. It is situated in a rural setting, surrounded by countryside typical of the region, with rolling hills and agricultural land nearby. The village itself is known for its strong community spirit and traditional Cornish character. The shop is a practical stop for those exploring the local area, providing access to basic groceries and other necessities. Its position makes it a useful point of reference for people navigating the region, particularly those visiting nearby attractions such as the historic St Columb Major church or the coastal paths along the north coast.

School Ratings in Barkla Shop

Barkla Shop is served by 16 schools. St Agnes Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

House Prices in Barkla Shop

Property prices average £474K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £603K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barkla Shop

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Barkla Shop, with 2 incidents logged in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Barkla Shop

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Barkla Shop falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Barkla Shop

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Barkla Shop, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 763 sales

Average Price £474K
£1K — £5.7M
Detached £603K 351
Semi £421K 82
Terraced £310K 186
Flat £242K 36

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

10 Primary
1 Secondary
5 Other
Mithian School Primary 0.3 miles St Agnes Academy Primary Outstanding 1.1 miles Mount Hawke Academy Primary 2.2 miles Perranporth (St Piran's) Children's Centre Site 2.5 miles Perranporth Community Primary School Primary 2.5 miles Three Bridges Good 2.7 miles Blackwater Community Primary School Primary 2.8 miles Goonhavern Primary School Primary 3.9 miles Chacewater Community Primary School Primary 4.1 miles Oak Tree School 4.4 miles Treleigh Community Primary School Primary Good 4.7 miles Threemilestone School Primary 4.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Barkla Shop IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Barkla Shop in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
8/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
2/10
1,475 Children (0-15) 19%
4,527 Working Age 57%
2,424 Older (60+) 31%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.3% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Barkla Shop 10 crimes · March 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Barkla Shop falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring village.

6 Violence & Sexual Offences
2 Anti-Social Behaviour
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Other Theft
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 3 stations

Perranwell Train Station 7.6 miles
Camborne Train Station 8.6 miles
Quintrell Downs Train Station 9.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Peterville 0.6 miles Goonown 0.6 miles St Agnes 0.6 miles Mithian 0.6 miles Mithian Downs 0.9 miles Goonbell 0.9 miles Blowinghouse 0.9 miles Wheal Kitty 0.9 miles Cross Coombe 0.9 miles Gollawater 1.2 miles Silverwell 1.4 miles Trevellas 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Cornwall
Ward St. Agnes
Constituency Truro and Falmouth
Parish St. Agnes
Region South West

Streets in TR5 30 shown View all streets

Albany Close 1 Alma Close 1 B3277 1 B3284 1 B3285 12 Beacon Drive 3 Beacon Road 3 Beaconsfield Place 2 Bolster Close 1 Brecon Close 2 British Road 6 Castle Meadows 1 Churchtown 2 Count House Mews 1 Durning Road 1 Fordh Tobmen 1 Goonbell 3 Goonown Lane 2 Goonown Road 10 Goonvrea Road 7 Great estern Railway Yard 1 Grenville Drive 1 Harvey Road 1 Head Lane 1 Kemp's Close 1 Kerensa Gardens 1 Kew Breanek 1 Lambourne Avenue 1 Lawrence Road 1 Middlegates 1

Postcodes in TR5 50 shown View all postcodes

TR5 0AA TR5 0AB TR5 0AD TR5 0AE TR5 0AF TR5 0AH TR5 0AJ TR5 0AL TR5 0AN TR5 0AP TR5 0AQ TR5 0AR TR5 0AS TR5 0AU TR5 0AW TR5 0AX TR5 0AZ TR5 0LA TR5 0LE TR5 0LT TR5 0LZ TR5 0NA TR5 0NB TR5 0ND TR5 0NE TR5 0NF TR5 0NG TR5 0NH TR5 0NJ TR5 0NL TR5 0NN TR5 0NP TR5 0NR TR5 0NS TR5 0NT TR5 0NU TR5 0NW TR5 0NX TR5 0NZ TR5 0PA TR5 0PB TR5 0PD TR5 0PE TR5 0PF TR5 0PG TR5 0PH TR5 0PJ TR5 0PL TR5 0PN TR5 0PP