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Location in CornwallBethel sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Bethel
Bethel is a small village located in the civil parish of St Breward, within the county of Cornwall, England. It lies in a rural area of the county, close to the border with Devon, and is part of the larger community of St Breward. The village is situated near the River Tamar, which forms the boundary between Cornwall and Devon. Bethel is within the PL25 postcode area, and the surrounding landscape is characterised by rolling hills and farmland typical of the Cornish countryside. The village has a modest population and retains a quiet, rural atmosphere. It is accessible by road via the A30, which runs through the region, and is within easy reach of larger towns such as Bodmin and Launceston. The area is known for its agricultural heritage and peaceful setting.
School Ratings in Bethel
Bethel is served by 27 schools. Sandy Hill Academy and Cornwall College are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Bethel
Property prices average £274K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £346K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bethel
Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Bethel, with 36 incidents logged in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Bethel
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bethel 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 Bethel
There are 5 GP surgeries within three miles of Bethel, the nearest being St Austell Health Group (0.3 miles away).
Local Data for Bethel
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Property Prices 4,138 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the PL25 postcode area.
Household Income in Bethel ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bethel is approximately £44,074 a year before tax, 20% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £34,313. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £34,313.
Businesses in Bethel ONS 2025
There are approximately 782 active businesses based in Bethel, around 27 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 15 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Bethel IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bethel 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 Bethel 234 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in Bethel 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 4 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Bethel
Of the 12,613 households in and around Bethel, 66% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 20% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bethel.