Cross Lanes, Cornwall | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Cross Lanes

Cross Lanes is a small settlement located in Cornwall, England, within the TR12 postcode area. The area is primarily residential, characterised by its rural surroundings and close-knit community. It is conveniently situated near the coast, allowing for easy access to local beaches and scenic coastal paths.

The nearby towns offer various amenities, including shops, cafes, and recreational facilities. Cross Lanes serves as a good base for exploring the wider region of Cornwall, known for its diverse landscapes and cultural attractions. Visitors can enjoy outdoor activities such as walking and cycling, as well as the opportunity to experience local events and traditions.

School Ratings in Cross Lanes

Cross Lanes is served by 14 schools. A further 1 school holds a Good rating.

House Prices in Cross Lanes

Property prices average £444K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £490K.

Deprivation and Employment in Cross Lanes

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Cross Lanes 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.

Healthcare in Cross Lanes

There are 2 GP surgeries within three miles of Cross Lanes, the nearest being The Mullion & Constantine Group Practice (1.9 miles away).

Local Data for Cross Lanes

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Property Prices 1,314 sales

Average Price £444K

£1K , £8.67M

Detached £490K 698

Semi £274K 191

Terraced £256K 182

Flat £200K 42

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

9 Primary

2 Secondary

3 Other

Good 1

Requires improvement 4

Ofsted ratings for schools in the TR12 postcode area.

Garras Community Primary School Primary 1.7 miles Mullion School Secondary Good 1.8 miles Mullion Primary School Primary 1.9 miles Helston Children's Centre 4 miles Lizard 4 miles Nansloe Academy Primary 4 miles Boskenwyn Community Primary School Primary Good 4 miles St Michael's Church of England Primary School Primary 4.1 miles Grade-Ruan CofE Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 4.2 miles Parc Eglos School Primary Requires Improvement 4.5 miles Helston Community College Secondary Good 4.6 miles Manaccan Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 4.8 miles

Household Income in Cross Lanes ONS 2023

The average total household income in Cross Lanes is approximately £45,972 a year before tax, 17% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,480. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Cross Lanes £45,972

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £35,480.

Businesses in Cross Lanes ONS 2025

There are approximately 554 active businesses based in Cross Lanes, around 62 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 1 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

554 Total businesses

62 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 89%

Small, 10-49 11%

Medium, 50-249 0%

Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Cross Lanes IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Cross Lanes 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

4/10

Income

5/10

Employment

6/10

Education

5/10

Health

7/10

Housing

2/10

Living Environment

2/10

Children 0-15 15%

Working age 54%

Older 65+ 31%

1,321 Children (0-15) 15%

4,819 Working Age 54%

2,764 Older (65+) 31%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 31.1% of children in income-deprived families

Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.8% 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

Nearest Train Stations 3 stations

Penmere Train Station 9.4 miles

Falmouth Town Train Station 9.7 miles

Penryn (Cornwall) Train Station 9.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

White Cross 0.6 miles Nantithet 0.9 miles Cury 1.2 miles Tregear 1.2 miles Trewoon 1.4 miles Garras 1.4 miles Mullion 1.8 miles Penhale 1.9 miles Rosevear 1.9 miles Meaver 2 miles Trenoon 2 miles Gunwalloe 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Cornwall

Ward Helston South & Meneage

Constituency St Ives

Parish Mawgan-in-Meneage

Region South West

Home Ownership in Cross Lanes

Of the 3,808 households in and around Cross Lanes, 71% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 17% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 71% Social rented 12% Private rented 17%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Cross Lanes.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cross Lanes

What is the population of Cross Lanes?

Cross Lanes has a population of approximately 8,908 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Cross Lanes?

The average property in and around Cross Lanes sold for about £443,895, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 27% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Cross Lanes a deprived area?

Cross Lanes sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 4 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Cross Lanes?

Cross Lanes is covered by the TR12 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Cross Lanes?

There are 12 schools within easy reach of Cross Lanes, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to Cross Lanes?

The nearest railway station to Cross Lanes is Penmere Train Station, about 9.4 miles away.

Streets in TR12 30 shown View all streets

A3083 7 B3293 22 B3294 9 Back Lane 1 Beacon Terrace 3 Bochym Hill 2 Bonallack Lane 2 Bounder Treath 1 Chapel Hill 4 Church Cove Road 2 Church Road 1 Churchtown 7 Chymbloth Way 1 Chypons Road 4 Clifden Close 1 Colroger Close 1 Commercial Road 4 Commons Close 1 Croft Parc 2 Cross Common 3 Cryben 1 Degibna Lane 3 Doctors Hill 1 Eglos Parc 1 Fords Hill 3 Forthcrom 1 Friar's Lane 3 Garro Lane 1 Gear Hill 3 Ghost Hill 1

Postcodes in TR12 50 shown View all postcodes

TR12 6AA TR12 6AB TR12 6AD TR12 6AE TR12 6AF TR12 6AG TR12 6AH TR12 6AJ TR12 6AL TR12 6AN TR12 6AP TR12 6AQ TR12 6AR TR12 6AS TR12 6AT TR12 6AU TR12 6AX TR12 6AY TR12 6AZ TR12 6BA TR12 6BB TR12 6BD TR12 6BE TR12 6BG TR12 6BH TR12 6BJ TR12 6BL TR12 6BN TR12 6BP TR12 6BQ TR12 6BS TR12 6BT TR12 6BU TR12 6BW TR12 6BX TR12 6BY TR12 6BZ TR12 6DA TR12 6DB TR12 6DD TR12 6DE TR12 6DF TR12 6DG TR12 6DH TR12 6DJ TR12 6DN TR12 6DP TR12 6DR TR12 6DS TR12 6DT

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