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About Boswednack
Boswednack is a small settlement located in the civil parish of St Just in Cornwall, within the TR26 postcode area. It lies to the west of the village of St Just, near the coast, and is part of the wider Penwith peninsula. The area is characterised by its rural setting, with open fields and scattered dwellings typical of the Cornish countryside. The name Boswednack is derived from the Cornish language, reflecting the region’s Celtic heritage. While there are no major landmarks, the surrounding landscape offers views of the Atlantic coastline and the nearby cliffs. The community is quiet and residential, with a strong sense of local identity. The area is accessible by road, with the A30 and A3058 providing connections to nearby towns and villages.
School Ratings in Boswednack
Boswednack is served by 18 schools. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Boswednack
Property prices average £448K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £589K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Boswednack
Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Boswednack, with 11 incidents logged in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Boswednack
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Boswednack 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.
Local Data for Boswednack
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Property Prices 2,608 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the TR26 postcode area.
Household Income in Boswednack ONS 2023
The average total household income in Boswednack is approximately £44,483 a year before tax, 20% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £34,102. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £34,102.
Businesses in Boswednack ONS 2025
There are approximately 579 active businesses based in Boswednack, around 54 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 86% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 5 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Boswednack IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Boswednack 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 Boswednack 74 crimes · May 2026
Boswednack experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established small town.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 3 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Boswednack
Of the 5,002 households in and around Boswednack, 67% are owned, 16% are socially rented and 17% 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 Boswednack.