About Highertown

Highertown is a suburb located in Cornwall, England, within the postcode area TR1. It is situated just a short distance from the city of Truro, making it easily accessible for those looking to explore the region. The area features a mix of residential properties and local amenities, catering to the needs of its residents. The suburb is well-connected by public transport, with bus services providing links to nearby towns and attractions. Highertown is also close to various parks and green spaces, offering opportunities for outdoor activities. Visitors can enjoy a stroll through the area, taking in the local architecture and community spirit that characterises this part of Cornwall.

Local Government

District Cornwall
Ward Truro Boscawen & Redannick
Constituency Truro and Falmouth
Parish Truro
Region South West

Property Prices 3,743 sales

Average Price £332K
£2K — £6.6M
Detached £464K 983
Semi £280K 733
Terraced £277K 1,212
Flat £213K 626

Nearest Train Stations 4 stations

Perranwell Train Station 4.1 miles
Penryn (Cornwall) Train Station 6.3 miles
Penmere Train Station 7.5 miles
Falmouth Town Train Station 7.8 miles

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

15 Primary
2 Secondary
13 Other
Truro & Roseland Children's Centre 0.4 miles Truro Learning Academy Primary 0.4 miles Truro School Preparatory School 0.5 miles Community & Hospital Education Service Ap Academy 0.6 miles Truro and Penwith College 16 plus 0.9 miles Bosvigo School Primary 1 miles Richard Lander School Secondary 1 miles Truro High School 1.1 miles Truro Nursery School Nursery 1.2 miles St Mary's CofE School, Truro Primary 1.2 miles Threemilestone School Primary 1.3 miles Kea Community Primary School Primary 1.5 miles

Location

Living in Highertown

School Ratings in Highertown

There are 30 schools in and around Highertown.

House Prices in Highertown

The average property price is £332K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £277K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Highertown

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Highertown, with 29 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Highertown

Broadband speeds in Highertown are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Newbridge 0.6 miles Gloweth 0.6 miles New Mill 0.6 miles Treliske 0.6 miles Penweathers 0.6 miles Threemilestone 1.2 miles Truro 1.2 miles Kea 1.2 miles Calenick 1.4 miles Kenwyn 1.4 miles Porth Kea 1.8 miles Tomperrow 1.9 miles

Streets in TR1 30 shown View all streets

A39 1 A390 6 Agar Court 2 Agar Road 1 Albany Road 1 Albert Place 1 Alma Road 1 Alverton Court 1 Alverton Terrace 2 Andrew Place 1 Arundell Place 1 Ashley Road 2 Avondale Road 1 Back Quay 1 Bar Meadows 1 Barrack Lane 2 Barton Meadow 1 Bassett Walk 2 Bedruthan Avenue 1 Beechwood Gardens 1 Behenna Drive 1 Benallack Court 1 Benson Road 1 Bishop Temple Road 1 Bishops Close 1 Bodmin Road 8 Boscawen Street 7 Boscawen Woods 1 Bosvean Gardens 1 Bosvigo Lane 3

Postcodes in TR1 50 shown View all postcodes

TR1 1AA TR1 1AB TR1 1AE TR1 1AF TR1 1AG TR1 1AH TR1 1AJ TR1 1AL TR1 1AN TR1 1AP TR1 1AQ TR1 1AR TR1 1AT TR1 1AU TR1 1AW TR1 1AX TR1 1AY TR1 1AZ TR1 1BA TR1 1BB TR1 1BE TR1 1BG TR1 1BH TR1 1BJ TR1 1BL TR1 1BN TR1 1BP TR1 1BQ TR1 1BS TR1 1BT TR1 1BU TR1 1BW TR1 1BX TR1 1BY TR1 1BZ TR1 1DA TR1 1DB TR1 1DD TR1 1DE TR1 1DF TR1 1DG TR1 1DH TR1 1DL TR1 1DN TR1 1DQ TR1 1DR TR1 1DS TR1 1DT TR1 1DW TR1 1DY

Crime in Highertown 192 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Highertown sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

87 Violence & Sexual Offences
29 Anti-Social Behaviour
21 Public Order
15 Criminal Damage & Arson
13 Other Theft
10 Shoplifting
5 Drugs
4 Weapons
3 Burglary
3 Other Crime
1 Robbery
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Devon And Cornwall Trehaverne, Highertown, Malabar & Redannick Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.