Helford Passage, Cornwall | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Helford Passage

Helford Passage is a small village located in Cornwall, England, within the TR12 postcode area. It sits along the banks of the Helford River, providing a scenic view of the water and surrounding countryside. The village is primarily residential, with a few local amenities including a pub and a shop. The area is popular for walking and enjoying the natural landscape, making it a pleasant spot for those who appreciate outdoor activities.

The village is accessible by road and is close to other notable locations in Cornwall, such as Falmouth and the Lizard Peninsula. Visitors can explore the nearby river by boat or take part in various water sports. Helford Passage also serves as a starting point for walking trails that lead to the picturesque countryside, offering opportunities to experience the local flora and fauna.

School Ratings in Helford Passage

Helford Passage is served by 16 schools. A further 1 school holds a Good rating.

House Prices in Helford Passage

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

Deprivation and Employment in Helford Passage

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Helford Passage 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 Helford Passage

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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

12 Primary

2 Secondary

2 Other

Good 1

Requires improvement 4

Ofsted ratings for schools in the TR12 postcode area.

Manaccan Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.9 miles Mawnan CofE VA Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Constantine Primary School Primary Good 2.8 miles St Keverne Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 3.7 miles St Francis CofE Primary School Primary 4 miles St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Falmouth Primary 4 miles Marlborough School Primary Good 4.1 miles Garras Community Primary School Primary 4.2 miles King Charles Church of England Primary School Primary 4.3 miles Falmouth University Not applicable Good 4.4 miles Falmouth & Penryn Children's Centre 4.4 miles Falmouth School Secondary 4.5 miles

Household Income in Helford Passage ONS 2023

The average total household income in Helford Passage 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.

Helford Passage £45,972

England & Wales avg. £55,302

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

Businesses in Helford Passage ONS 2025

There are approximately 554 active businesses based in Helford Passage, 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 Helford Passage IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Helford Passage 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 4 stations

Penmere Train Station 4.2 miles

Falmouth Town Train Station 4.5 miles

Penryn (Cornwall) Train Station 5.2 miles

Perranwell Train Station 7.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Treath 0 yards Helford 0.6 miles Manaccan 0.6 miles Porth Navas 0.9 miles Durgan 0.9 miles Flushing 1.4 miles St Anthony-in-Meneage 1.4 miles Mawnan 1.4 miles Trerose 1.4 miles Mawnan Smith 1.4 miles Carne 1.4 miles High Cross 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Cornwall

Ward Helston South & Meneage

Constituency St Ives

Parish Mawgan-in-Meneage

Region South West

Home Ownership in Helford Passage

Of the 3,808 households in and around Helford Passage, 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 Helford Passage.

Frequently Asked Questions about Helford Passage

What is the population of Helford Passage?

Helford Passage 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 Helford Passage?

The average property in and around Helford Passage 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 Helford Passage a deprived area?

Helford Passage 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 Helford Passage?

Helford Passage is covered by the TR12 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Helford Passage?

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

Where is the nearest train station to Helford Passage?

The nearest railway station to Helford Passage is Penmere Train Station, about 4.2 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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