About Gweek

Gweek is a small village located in Cornwall, England, within the TR12 postcode area. It is situated near the banks of the River Helford, providing a scenic view of the waterway. The village is primarily residential, with a few local amenities including a pub and a shop. Gweek is also known for its proximity to the Cornish Seal Sanctuary, which is dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of seals and other marine wildlife. The surrounding area offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape of Cornwall. Gweek is well-positioned for those wishing to explore nearby attractions, including the picturesque Helford River and the coastal paths that lead to various beaches and coves. The village serves as a quiet base for visitors looking to experience the beauty of Cornwall without the crowds often found in larger towns.

Local Government

District Cornwall
Ward Helston South & Meneage
Constituency St Ives
Parish Mawgan-in-Meneage
Region South West

Property Prices 1,325 sales

Average Price £453K
£1K — £5.4M
Detached £504K 732
Semi £290K 161
Terraced £264K 165
Flat £176K 55

Nearest Train Stations 5 stations

Penryn (Cornwall) Train Station 6.9 miles
Penmere Train Station 6.9 miles
Falmouth Town Train Station 7.4 miles
Perranwell Train Station 8.7 miles
Camborne Train Station 8.9 miles

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

14 Primary
2 Secondary
3 Other
Boskenwyn Community Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Garras Community Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Constantine Primary School Primary 2.3 miles St Michael's Church of England Primary School Primary 2.6 miles Helston Children's Centre 2.9 miles Lizard 2.9 miles Nansloe Academy Primary 2.9 miles Parc Eglos School Primary 2.9 miles Helston Community College Secondary 2.9 miles Wendron Church of England Primary School Primary 3.1 miles Trannack Primary School Primary 3.6 miles Manaccan Primary School Primary 3.7 miles

Location

Living in Gweek

School Ratings in Gweek

Gweek is served by 19 schools.

House Prices in Gweek

Property prices average £453K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £504K.

Deprivation and Employment in Gweek

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Gweek 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 Gweek

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Gweek, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Mawgan 0.6 miles Mellangoose 1.2 miles Bishop's Quay 1.4 miles Rosevear 1.4 miles Trewennack 1.8 miles Garras 1.9 miles Polpenwith 2 miles Treloquithack 2 miles Trussall 2 miles Tregear 2 miles Polwheveral 2.2 miles Nancenoy 2.2 miles

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

Deprivation and Employment in Gweek IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Gweek 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
High
Income
Average
Employment
Average
Education
Average
Health
Low
Housing
Very High
Living Environment
Very High
2,583 Children (0-15) 17%
8,493 Working Age 57%
5,150 Older (60+) 34%
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