About Mitchell

Mitchell is a small village located in Cornwall, England, within the TR8 postcode area. It is situated approximately five miles from the town of Newquay, making it accessible for those looking to explore the nearby coastline. The village features a mix of residential homes and agricultural land, providing a glimpse into rural life in Cornwall. The local community is served by a primary school and a few small shops, catering to the everyday needs of residents. Mitchell is also close to several walking paths and scenic routes, allowing visitors to enjoy the natural beauty of the surrounding countryside. The village is well-connected by road, making it a convenient base for exploring the wider region of Cornwall.

Local Government

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

Property Prices 2,438 sales

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

Nearest Train Stations 3 stations

Quintrell Downs Train Station 3.5 miles
Roche Train Station 8.9 miles
Bugle Train Station 10 miles

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

11 Primary
1 Secondary
1 Other
Summercourt Academy Primary 1.8 miles St Newlyn East Learning Academy Primary 2.6 miles Ladock C of E School Primary 2.9 miles St Erme with Trispen Community Primary School Primary 3 miles Grampound Road Village CofE School Primary 4.1 miles Indian Queens Primary School Primary 4.2 miles Nansledan School Primary 4.5 miles Probus Primary School Primary 4.6 miles St Stephen Churchtown Academy Primary 4.8 miles Goonhavern Primary School Primary 4.8 miles Polwhele House School 4.8 miles The Bishops CofE Learning Academy Primary 4.9 miles

Location

Living in Mitchell

School Ratings in Mitchell

Mitchell is served by 13 schools.

House Prices in Mitchell

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 Mitchell

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Mitchell, with 13 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Mitchell

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Mitchell 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 Mitchell

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Mitchell, 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.

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Trevilson 1.4 miles Chapel Town 1.4 miles Summercourt 1.8 miles Gummow's Shop 1.9 miles Trendeal 2.2 miles St Enoder 2.2 miles Brighton 2.5 miles Tregonning 2.5 miles Truthan 2.6 miles Troan 2.6 miles St Newlyn East 2.8 miles New Mills 2.8 miles

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

Deprivation and Employment in Mitchell IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Mitchell 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
Average
Income
Average
Employment
Average
Education
Average
Health
Average
Housing
High
Living Environment
High
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 Mitchell 75 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Mitchell 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.

38 Violence & Sexual Offences
13 Anti-Social Behaviour
5 Criminal Damage & Arson
5 Other Theft
5 Public Order
3 Other Crime
2 Drugs
2 Shoplifting
1 Weapons
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
Devon And Cornwall St Columb Major 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.