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Location in CornwallBrane sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Brane
Brane is a small settlement located in the civil parish of Stithians, within the county of Cornwall, England. It lies in a rural area of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The village is part of the TR20 postcode area, which covers parts of west Cornwall. While not a large community, Brane has a quiet, peaceful character typical of the region. The surrounding landscape includes rolling hills and scattered farms, reflecting the area’s long agricultural history. The village is accessible by road, with the A30 trunk road running nearby, providing connections to other parts of Cornwall and beyond. There are no major attractions or facilities within Brane itself, but it offers a sense of tranquillity for those seeking a rural retreat. The local community is small and close-knit, with residents maintaining a traditional way of life.
School Ratings in Brane
Brane is served by 22 schools. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Brane
Property prices average £372K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £475K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brane
Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Brane, with 5 incidents logged in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Brane
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Brane 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 Brane
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Property Prices 1,353 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the TR20 postcode area.
Household Income in Brane ONS 2023
The average total household income in Brane is approximately £43,999 a year before tax, 20% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,068. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £35,068.
Businesses in Brane ONS 2025
There are approximately 499 active businesses based in Brane, around 55 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% 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 Brane IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Brane 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 Brane 32 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in Brane falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Brane
Of the 3,957 households in and around Brane, 77% are owned, 8% are socially rented and 16% 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 Brane.