About Carkeel

Carkeel is a small settlement located in the civil parish of St Just in Penwith, within the county of Cornwall, England. It lies to the west of the village of St Just, near the coast, and is part of the wider Penwith area known for its rugged landscapes and maritime history. The area is characterised by its rural setting, with scattered dwellings and open countryside. Carkeel is within the PL12 postcode area, which covers parts of the western Cornish coast. The community is quiet and residential, with a strong sense of local identity. Its proximity to the sea and the surrounding cliffs make it a place of natural interest, though it remains largely unspoilt and uncommercialised. The area is accessible by road, with the A30 and A3052 providing connections to nearby towns and cities.

School Ratings in Carkeel

Carkeel is served by 82 schools. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Carkeel

Property prices average £295K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £387K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Carkeel

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Carkeel, with 10 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Carkeel

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Carkeel 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Carkeel

Most properties in Carkeel can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,039 sales

Average Price £295K
£250 — £17M
Detached £387K 1,000
Semi £232K 690
Terraced £207K 908
Flat £144K 237

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

47 Primary
12 Secondary
23 Other
Burraton Community Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Saltash & Torpoint Children's Centre Good 1 miles Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy Primary Good 1 miles Fountain Head House School Inadequate 1.1 miles St Stephens (Saltash) Community Primary School & Nursery Primary Good 1.2 miles Landulph School Primary Good 1.2 miles Bishop Cornish CofE VA Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Saltash Community School Secondary 1.5 miles Oneschool Global Uk Plymouth Campus 2.1 miles St Paul's Roman Catholic Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Sir Robert Geffery's Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles Riverside Community Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Carkeel IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Carkeel 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.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
6/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
3,999 Children (0-15) 15%
14,743 Working Age 57%
9,572 Older (60+) 37%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 29.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.5% 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 Carkeel 78 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Carkeel 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 town.

36 Violence & Sexual Offences
10 Anti-Social Behaviour
7 Criminal Damage & Arson
7 Other Crime
4 Other Theft
4 Shoplifting
2 Drugs
2 Weapons
2 Public Order
2 Robbery
1 Theft from Person
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
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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.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Saltash Train Station 1.5 miles
Bere Ferrers Train Station 3.1 miles
St Germans Train Station 3.9 miles
Bere Alston Train Station 4.4 miles
Calstock Train Station 5.3 miles
Menheniot Train Station 7.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Burraton 0.6 miles South Pill 0.9 miles Botusfleming 0.9 miles Latchbrook 0.9 miles Notter 1.2 miles Forder 1.2 miles Burraton Coombe 1.2 miles St Stephens 1.2 miles Landulph 1.4 miles Hatt 1.4 miles Trematon 1.4 miles Saltash 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Cornwall
Ward Saltash Essa
Constituency South East Cornwall
Parish Saltash
Region South West

Streets in PL12 30 shown View all streets

A38 6 A387 1 A388 17 Abbotscourt Lane 1 Adams Beck 1 Adit Lane 2 Alamein Road 5 Albert Road 2 Andrews Way 1 Ashburgh Parc 1 Ashton Way 1 B3249 2 Baber Close 1 Babis Farm Close 1 Babis Farm Court 1 Babis Farm Mews 1 Babis Farm Way 2 Babis Lane 1 Back Hill 1 Badgers Walk 1 Bag Lane 4 Barker's Hill 3 Barn Park 1 Barrow Down 1 Barton Close 1 Barton Meadows 2 Beatrice Avenue 2 Beaumont Terrace 1 Belle Vue Road 1 Bennett Gardens 1

Postcodes in PL12 50 shown View all postcodes

PL12 4AA PL12 4AB PL12 4AD PL12 4AE PL12 4AF PL12 4AG PL12 4AH PL12 4AJ PL12 4AL PL12 4AN PL12 4AP PL12 4AQ PL12 4AR PL12 4AS PL12 4AT PL12 4AU PL12 4AW PL12 4AX PL12 4AY PL12 4AZ PL12 4BA PL12 4BB PL12 4BD PL12 4BE PL12 4BG PL12 4BH PL12 4BJ PL12 4BL PL12 4BN PL12 4BP PL12 4BQ PL12 4BS PL12 4BT PL12 4BU PL12 4BW PL12 4BX PL12 4BY PL12 4BZ PL12 4DA PL12 4DB PL12 4DD PL12 4DE PL12 4DF PL12 4DG PL12 4DH PL12 4DJ PL12 4DL PL12 4DN PL12 4DP PL12 4DQ