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Location in CornwallBlunts sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Blunts
Blunts is a small settlement located in the civil parish of St Columb Major, within the county of Cornwall, England. It lies in a rural area of the county, characterised by open countryside and agricultural land. The village is situated near the A30 road, which connects it to other nearby towns and villages. The surrounding landscape features rolling hills and traditional Cornish hedgerows, typical of the region’s countryside. Blunts is part of the PL12 postcode area, which covers a wide rural region in west Cornwall. While it is not a large community, it retains a quiet, rural character with a small number of residential properties. The area is known for its proximity to the North Cornwall coast, offering access to coastal walks and scenic views. The local environment reflects the traditional farming heritage of the region, with fields and smallholdings contributing to the rural atmosphere.
School Ratings in Blunts
There are 12 schools in and around Blunts. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Blunts
The average property price is £295K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £387K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Blunts
Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Blunts, with 16 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Blunts
Blunts sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.
Local Data for Blunts
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Property Prices 3,112 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the PL12 postcode area.
Household Income in Blunts ONS 2023
The average total household income in Blunts is approximately £53,393 a year before tax, 3% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £40,585. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £40,585.
Businesses in Blunts ONS 2025
There are approximately 853 active businesses based in Blunts, around 38 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 18 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Blunts IMD 2025
Blunts sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.
Crime in Blunts 96 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime levels in Blunts sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.
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 Blunts
Of the 9,836 households in and around Blunts, 73% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 15% 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 Blunts.