About Kingbeare

Kingbeare is a small village located in Cornwall, England, within the PL15 postcode area. It is situated near the town of Launceston and is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Cornish countryside. The village is primarily residential, offering a quiet atmosphere for its inhabitants. While there are limited amenities within Kingbeare itself, nearby Launceston provides a variety of shops, restaurants, and services. The surrounding area offers opportunities for outdoor activities, including walking and cycling along country lanes. Kingbeare is also conveniently located for exploring the wider region, with attractions such as the historic Launceston Castle and the scenic Tamar Valley within easy reach. This makes it a suitable base for those wishing to experience the charm of Cornwall while enjoying a peaceful village setting.

School Ratings in Kingbeare

There are 9 schools in and around Kingbeare. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Kingbeare

The average property price is £292K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £361K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Kingbeare

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Kingbeare, with 7 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Kingbeare

Kingbeare sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Kingbeare

Broadband speeds in Kingbeare 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.

Property Prices 3,568 sales

Average Price £292K
£3K — £21.77M
Detached £361K 1,367
Semi £229K 746
Terraced £190K 739
Flat £116K 278

Schools & Education 9 nearby View all schools

9 Primary
Upton Cross Academy Primary 1.6 miles Coads Green Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Pensilva Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 2.9 miles Darite Primary Academy Primary Good 3.2 miles Lewannick Community Primary School Primary 3.7 miles St Cleer Primary Academy Primary Good 4.1 miles Trekenner Community Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 4.8 miles South Petherwin Community Primary School Primary Good 4.9 miles Altarnun Primary School Primary Good 5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Kingbeare IMD 2025

Kingbeare sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
6/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
3/10
5,333 Children (0-15) 16%
19,465 Working Age 58%
11,719 Older (60+) 35%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 34.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.4% 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 Kingbeare 46 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Kingbeare records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.

24 Violence & Sexual Offences
7 Anti-Social Behaviour
5 Public Order
4 Other Theft
2 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Burglary
1 Drugs
1 Weapons
1 Shoplifting
Local Policing
Devon And Cornwall Launceston Rural 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 3 stations

Menheniot Train Station 8.4 miles
St Keyne Wishing Well Halt Train Station 8.6 miles
Causeland Train Station 9.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Botternell 0 yards Bathpool 0.6 miles Berriowbridge 0.6 miles Middlewood 0.6 miles Darleyford 0.6 miles North Darley 0.6 miles Henwood 0.9 miles Upton 1.2 miles North Hill 1.2 miles Rilla Mill 1.4 miles Rillaton 1.4 miles Sharptor 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Cornwall
County Devon
Ward Altarnun & Stoke Climsland
Constituency North Cornwall
Parish South Petherwin
Region South West

Streets in PL15 30 shown View all streets

A30 19 A388 25 A395 7 Angel Hill 2 Attery View 1 B3254 30 B3257 2 B3362 2 Bangors Road 1 Beacon View 1 Beech Tree Close 1 Bickford Road 1 Blackbird Crescent 1 Blindhole 4 BlueBell Way 1 Bounsall's Lane 2 Braggs Hill 2 Broad Street 8 Brookside Close 1 Broomhill Court 1 Bury Close 1 Bush Park 2 Buttercup Meadow 1 Campion Close 1 Carboth Lane 1 Castle Dyke 1 Castle Meadows 1 Castle Street 4 Causley Close 1 Chapel Hill 7

Postcodes in PL15 50 shown View all postcodes

PL15 0AT PL15 0AZ PL15 0BA PL15 0BG PL15 0BH PL15 0BJ PL15 0BL PL15 0BN PL15 0BP PL15 0BS PL15 0BU PL15 0BX PL15 7AA PL15 7AB PL15 7AD PL15 7AE PL15 7AF PL15 7AG PL15 7AJ PL15 7AL PL15 7AP PL15 7AR PL15 7AS PL15 7AT PL15 7AU PL15 7AW PL15 7AZ PL15 7BA PL15 7BE PL15 7BH PL15 7BJ PL15 7BL PL15 7BN PL15 7BP PL15 7BQ PL15 7BT PL15 7BU PL15 7BW PL15 7BX PL15 7BY PL15 7BZ PL15 7DA PL15 7DB PL15 7DD PL15 7DE PL15 7DF PL15 7DG PL15 7DH PL15 7DJ PL15 7DL