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About Brooks
Brooks is a small settlement located in the county of Cornwall, in the southwest of England. It lies within the PL22 postcode area, situated near the border with Devon. The area is predominantly rural, with open fields and scattered dwellings typical of the Cornish countryside. The village is not particularly large, and its character reflects the agricultural traditions of the region. While there are no major landmarks or tourist attractions in Brooks itself, the surrounding landscape offers views of rolling hills and farmland. The community is quiet and residential, with a sense of calm that is common in rural parts of Cornwall. The area is accessible by road, with the A30 trunk road running nearby, providing connections to larger towns and cities.
School Ratings in Brooks
There are 9 schools in and around Brooks. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Brooks
The average property price is £336K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £236K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brooks
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is prevalent across Brooks, with 3 recorded incidents in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Brooks
Brooks 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 Brooks
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Property Prices 601 sales
Schools & Education 9 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the PL22 postcode area.
Household Income in Brooks ONS 2023
The average total household income in Brooks is approximately £42,328 a year before tax, 23% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £34,311. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £34,311.
Businesses in Brooks ONS 2025
There are approximately 282 active businesses based in Brooks, around 57 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% 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 Brooks IMD 2025
Brooks 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 Brooks 13 crimes · April 2026
Brooks records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled village with a strong sense of community.
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
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Home Ownership in Brooks
Of the 2,283 households in and around Brooks, 71% are owned, 12% 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 Brooks.