About Bottoms

Bottoms is a small settlement located in the civil parish of St Columb Major within Cornwall, England. Situated in the TR19 postcode area, it lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its rolling hills and traditional Cornish landscape, with a mix of farmland and scattered dwellings. While not a populated centre, Bottoms is part of a wider network of villages and hamlets that make up the local community. The surrounding region offers access to walking trails and scenic views typical of the Cornish countryside. The village is not marked on most modern maps, reflecting its modest size and low population. It remains a quiet, unassuming place within the broader rural fabric of west Cornwall.

School Ratings in Bottoms

Families in Bottoms have access to 6 local schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bottoms

Homes sell for an average of £347K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £282K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bottoms

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Public order is the leading concern across Bottoms, with 1 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bottoms

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bottoms within the more deprived parts of England. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bottoms

Broadband services in Bottoms range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,492 sales

Average Price £347K
£500 £2.65M
Detached £468K 427
Semi £293K 196
Terraced £282K 589
Flat £251K 119

Deprivation and Employment in Bottoms IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bottoms experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
5/10
Health
6/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
1/10
1,872 Children (0-15) 14%
7,698 Working Age 56%
5,420 Older (60+) 40%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 39.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 17.6% 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 Bottoms 2 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Bottoms are lower than the England and Wales average. While public order is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

1 Public Order
1 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Location

Local Government

District Cornwall
Ward Mousehole, Newlyn & St. Buryan
Constituency St Ives
Parish St. Buryan, Lamorna and Paul
Region South West