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About Bray Shop
Bray Shop is a small settlement located in the county of Cornwall, in the south-west of England. It lies within the PL17 postcode area and is situated in a rural part of the region. The area is characterised by open countryside and agricultural land, with a modest number of homes and local amenities. The village is close to the River Tamar, which forms part of the border between Cornwall and Devon. Bray Shop is accessible via local roads and is within easy reach of larger towns such as Tavistock and Okehampton. The community is quiet and residential, with a focus on local farming and outdoor recreation. It offers a peaceful environment for those seeking a rural lifestyle within easy reach of the wider region.
School Ratings in Bray Shop
Families in Bray Shop have access to 10 local schools. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Bray Shop
Homes sell for an average of £282K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £356K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bray Shop
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Other theft is the leading concern across Bray Shop, with 6 incidents recorded in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Bray Shop
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bray Shop around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.
Local Data for Bray Shop
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Property Prices 1,638 sales
Schools & Education 10 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the PL17 postcode area.
Household Income in Bray Shop ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bray Shop is approximately £44,382 a year before tax, 20% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,395. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £35,395.
Businesses in Bray Shop ONS 2025
There are approximately 512 active businesses based in Bray Shop, around 54 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 6 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Bray Shop IMD 2025
Deprivation levels in Bray Shop are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.
Crime in Bray Shop 44 crimes · April 2026
Crime in Bray Shop is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a small town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 3 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Bray Shop
Of the 4,121 households in and around Bray Shop, 72% are owned, 9% are socially rented and 18% 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 Bray Shop.