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About Barripper
Barripper is a small settlement located in the civil parish of St Just in Penwith, within the county of Cornwall, England. It lies in a rural area of the west coast, close to the Atlantic Ocean, and is part of the TR14 postcode area. The village is situated near the coast, offering views of the surrounding countryside and the sea. It is a quiet place, with a small number of homes and limited amenities, typical of many rural Cornish communities. The area is known for its rugged coastline and agricultural land, with a strong connection to the local farming and fishing traditions. Barripper is accessible by road from nearby towns such as St Just and Porthcurno, and is within easy reach of other coastal attractions in west Cornwall.
School Ratings in Barripper
Barripper is served by 35 schools. Camborne Nursery School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Barripper
Property prices average £226K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £176K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barripper
Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Barripper, with 28 incidents logged in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Barripper
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Barripper 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.
Healthcare in Barripper
There are 4 GP surgeries within three miles of Barripper, the nearest being Veor Surgery (1 miles away).
Local Data for Barripper
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Property Prices 3,826 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the TR14 postcode area.
Household Income in Barripper ONS 2023
The average total household income in Barripper is approximately £41,714 a year before tax, 25% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £32,793. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £32,793.
Businesses in Barripper ONS 2025
There are approximately 657 active businesses based in Barripper, around 24 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 2 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Barripper IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Barripper 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.
Crime in Barripper 266 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime in Barripper is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Barripper
Of the 11,861 households in and around Barripper, 64% are owned, 15% are socially rented and 22% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Barripper.