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About Carthamartha
Carthamartha is a small village located in the civil parish of St Just in Penwith, within the county of Cornwall, England. Situated in the western part of the county, it lies just south of the town of St Just and is part of the larger area known for its rugged coastline and mining heritage. The village is within the PL15 postcode area, which covers parts of the Penwith peninsula. Carthamartha is a quiet rural settlement, with a mix of traditional Cornish cottages and more modern homes, reflecting the area’s long-standing agricultural and mining history. The surrounding landscape features rolling hills and farmland, typical of the Cornish countryside. While small in size, the village is part of a community with strong local ties and a sense of continuity in its way of life.
School Ratings in Carthamartha
Carthamartha is served by 11 schools. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Carthamartha
Property prices average £290K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £363K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Carthamartha
Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Carthamartha, with 6 incidents logged in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Carthamartha
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Carthamartha 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 Carthamartha
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Property Prices 3,265 sales
Schools & Education 11 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the PL15 postcode area.
Household Income in Carthamartha ONS 2023
The average total household income in Carthamartha is approximately £44,012 a year before tax, 20% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,118. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £35,118.
Businesses in Carthamartha ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,131 active businesses based in Carthamartha, around 54 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 15 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Carthamartha IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Carthamartha 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 Carthamartha 49 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in Carthamartha 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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 2 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Carthamartha
Of the 9,066 households in and around Carthamartha, 67% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 21% 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 Carthamartha.