About Merrymeet

Merrymeet is a small village located in Cornwall, England, within the PL14 postcode area. It is situated near the A390 road, providing easy access to nearby towns such as Liskeard and Callington. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. Local amenities include a few shops and a pub, catering to the needs of the community. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural environment. Merrymeet is close to several notable attractions in Cornwall, making it a convenient base for exploring the region. The village's location allows for a blend of rural living while remaining within reach of larger towns and the coast.

School Ratings in Merrymeet

There are 15 schools in and around Merrymeet. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Merrymeet

The average property price is £261K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £344K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Merrymeet

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is prevalent across Merrymeet, with 11 recorded incidents in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Merrymeet

Merrymeet 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 Merrymeet

Broadband speeds in Merrymeet 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 4,085 sales

Average Price £261K
£100 — £4.14M
Detached £344K 1,539
Semi £207K 829
Terraced £181K 1,153
Flat £106K 211

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

11 Primary
1 Secondary
3 Other
St Martin's CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles Liskeard School and Community College Secondary 1.5 miles Caradon Alternative Provision Academy 1.7 miles Liskeard & Looe Children's Centre 1.8 miles Menheniot Primary School Primary Good 2 miles Taliesin Education Ltd Inadequate 2 miles Liskeard Hillfort Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles St Cleer Primary Academy Primary Good 2.3 miles Quethiock CofE School Primary Good 2.4 miles Darite Primary Academy Primary Good 2.6 miles Pensilva Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 3 miles Trewidland Primary School Primary 3.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Merrymeet IMD 2025

Merrymeet 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
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
5/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
4/10
4,839 Children (0-15) 15%
18,340 Working Age 58%
11,228 Older (60+) 36%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 38.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.9% 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 Merrymeet 90 crimes · March 2026

Low Crime Area

Merrymeet 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.

47 Violence & Sexual Offences
11 Criminal Damage & Arson
8 Other Theft
7 Shoplifting
6 Public Order
4 Anti-Social Behaviour
3 Burglary
2 Drugs
1 Vehicle Crime
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
Devon And Cornwall Liskeard Rural Visit force website →
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Menheniot Train Station 2.9 miles
St Keyne Wishing Well Halt Train Station 3.4 miles
Causeland Train Station 3.7 miles
Sandplace Train Station 5.6 miles
St Germans Train Station 7.2 miles
Looe Train Station 7.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Pengover Green 0 yards Hendrabridge 0.6 miles Addington 1.2 miles Trembraze 1.2 miles Roseland 1.2 miles Liskeard 1.4 miles Trewint 1.8 miles Old Park 1.9 miles Menheniot 2 miles Lodge Hill 2.2 miles Lamellion 2.2 miles St Ive 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Cornwall
Ward Liskeard Central
Constituency South East Cornwall
Parish Liskeard
Region South West

Streets in PL14 30 shown View all streets

A38 10 A390 13 Addington North 1 Allen Vale 1 Amanda Way 1 Aries Hill 1 Ashbury Close 1 Austin Close 1 B3251 3 B3252 1 B3254 27 B3359 1 B3360 1 Barnecut Close 1 Barras Close 1 Barras Cross 1 Barras Place 2 Barras Street 8 Bay Tree Hill 5 Baynes Close 1 Beech Avenue 1 Beechwood Drive 3 Belgrave Terrace 1 Belmont Park 2 Beneathway 2 Bodgara Way 4 Bonython Terrace 2 Boveway Drive 1 Bowling Green Court 2 Braeside Park 2

Postcodes in PL14 50 shown View all postcodes

PL14 3AA PL14 3AB PL14 3AE PL14 3AF PL14 3AG PL14 3AH PL14 3AJ PL14 3AL PL14 3AN PL14 3AP PL14 3AQ PL14 3AR PL14 3AS PL14 3AT PL14 3AU PL14 3AW PL14 3AX PL14 3AY PL14 3AZ PL14 3BA PL14 3BB PL14 3BD PL14 3BE PL14 3BG PL14 3BH PL14 3BJ PL14 3BL PL14 3BN PL14 3BP PL14 3BR PL14 3BS PL14 3BT PL14 3BU PL14 3BW PL14 3BX PL14 3BY PL14 3BZ PL14 3DA PL14 3DB PL14 3DD PL14 3DE PL14 3DF PL14 3DG PL14 3DJ PL14 3DN PL14 3DP PL14 3DQ PL14 3DR PL14 3DS PL14 3DT