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About Charaton Cross
Charaton Cross is a small settlement located in the civil parish of St Breward, within the county of Cornwall, England. Situated in the western part of the county, it lies near the border with Devon, and is part of the wider area known for its rolling countryside and rural character. The village is positioned close to the River Tamar, which forms a natural boundary between Cornwall and Devon. The surrounding landscape features open fields, hedgerows, and scattered farmsteads, typical of the Cornish countryside. The area is accessible via minor roads, with the nearest larger village being St Breward, approximately two miles to the east. The postcode area for Charaton Cross is PL14, which covers parts of central and western Cornwall. The community is quiet and residential, with a small number of homes and limited local amenities.
School Ratings in Charaton Cross
Charaton Cross is served by 16 schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Charaton Cross
Property prices average £263K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £339K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Charaton Cross
Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Charaton Cross, with 14 incidents logged in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Charaton Cross
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Charaton Cross 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 Charaton Cross
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Property Prices 3,988 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the PL14 postcode area.
Household Income in Charaton Cross ONS 2023
The average total household income in Charaton Cross is approximately £44,304 a year before tax, 20% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,018. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £35,018.
Businesses in Charaton Cross ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,118 active businesses based in Charaton Cross, around 44 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 22 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Charaton Cross IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Charaton Cross 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 Charaton Cross 108 crimes · May 2026
Charaton Cross experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established town.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Charaton Cross
Of the 11,182 households in and around Charaton Cross, 67% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 19% 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 Charaton Cross.