About Holywell

Holywell is a small village located in Cornwall, England, within the TR8 postcode area. It is situated near the coast, providing easy access to the nearby sandy beaches and scenic coastal paths. The village is primarily residential, with a few local amenities, including a shop and a pub, catering to both residents and visitors. The area around Holywell is characterised by its natural beauty, with lush greenery and coastal views. It is a popular spot for those looking to enjoy outdoor activities, such as walking and cycling. The nearby Holywell Bay is well-known for its surf and is a favourite among beachgoers. Overall, Holywell offers a peaceful environment for those wishing to explore the Cornish coastline and countryside.

School Ratings in Holywell

Holywell is served by 14 schools. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Holywell

Property prices average £414K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £514K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Holywell

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Holywell, with 19 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Holywell

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Holywell 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 Holywell

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Holywell, 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.

Property Prices 2,438 sales

Average Price £414K
£8K — £12.5M
Detached £514K 877
Semi £308K 549
Terraced £242K 598
Flat £239K 141

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

9 Primary
2 Secondary
3 Other
Cubert Primary School Primary 1.4 miles Perranporth (St Piran's) Children's Centre Site 3 miles Perranporth Community Primary School Primary 3 miles Goonhavern Primary School Primary 3.3 miles Newquay Children's Centre 3.5 miles Trenance Learning Academy Primary Outstanding 3.5 miles The Bishops CofE Learning Academy Primary 3.7 miles Newquay Junior Academy Primary Good 3.9 miles St Newlyn East Learning Academy Primary Good 4.1 miles Newquay Primary Academy Primary Outstanding 4.4 miles Newquay Tretherras Secondary Good 4.5 miles St Columb Minor 4.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Holywell IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Holywell 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
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
6/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
4/10
5,845 Children (0-15) 18%
20,078 Working Age 61%
9,031 Older (60+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 16.3% 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

Crime in Holywell 101 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Holywell is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

41 Violence & Sexual Offences
19 Shoplifting
15 Anti-Social Behaviour
9 Criminal Damage & Arson
5 Public Order
2 Drugs
2 Other Theft
2 Weapons
2 Vehicle Crime
2 Other Crime
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Burglary
Local Policing
Devon And Cornwall Perranporth 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.

Nearest Train Stations 1 stations

Quintrell Downs Train Station 6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Ellenglaze 0.9 miles Tresean 1.2 miles Trevail 1.2 miles Cubert 1.4 miles West Pentire 1.4 miles Mount 1.8 miles Trevowah 2 miles Crantock 2.2 miles Reen Manor 2.5 miles Rose 2.6 miles Perranporth 2.6 miles Hendra Croft 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Cornwall
Ward St. Columb Minor & Colan
Constituency St Austell and Newquay
Parish Newquay
Region South West

Streets in TR8 30 shown View all streets

A30 7 A3058 8 A3059 13 A3075 11 A3076 5 A392 9 Ackland Place 1 An Gevran Meadow 2 An Lowarth 1 Atlantic Highway 1 B3275 3 B3276 19 Barton Lane 2 Beach Road 1 Beacon Road 2 Bell Gardens 1 Benny Bridge 1 Bownder Agravayn 2 Bownder Columb 2 Bownder Iger 1 Bownder Kosti Woles 2 Bownder Kresennik an Shoppa 3 Bownder Logres 2 Bownder Oghen 3 Bownder Tennyson 2 Bownder Tregwestek 2 Bownder Vesydhyans 1 Bownder Vewin 2 Bownder Woryan 2 Bridle Way 2

Postcodes in TR8 50 shown View all postcodes

TR8 4AA TR8 4AB TR8 4AD TR8 4AE TR8 4AF TR8 4AG TR8 4AH TR8 4AJ TR8 4AL TR8 4AN TR8 4AP TR8 4AQ TR8 4AR TR8 4AS TR8 4AT TR8 4AU TR8 4AW TR8 4AX TR8 4AY TR8 4AZ TR8 4BA TR8 4BB TR8 4BD TR8 4BE TR8 4BG TR8 4BH TR8 4BJ TR8 4BL TR8 4BN TR8 4BP TR8 4BQ TR8 4BS TR8 4BT TR8 4BU TR8 4BW TR8 4BX TR8 4BY TR8 4BZ TR8 4DA TR8 4DB TR8 4DD TR8 4DE TR8 4DF TR8 4DG TR8 4DH TR8 4DJ TR8 4DL TR8 4DN TR8 4DP TR8 4DQ