About North Petherwin

North Petherwin is a small village located in Cornwall, England, within the PL15 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, with a close-knit community that reflects the rural character of the region. It is situated near the larger town of Launceston, which offers additional amenities and services. The surrounding countryside is typical of Cornwall, featuring rolling hills and farmland. North Petherwin is well-connected by local roads, making it accessible for those wishing to explore the nearby attractions. Local facilities include a primary school and a village hall, which serves as a hub for community activities. The area is also within reach of various walking routes, allowing visitors to appreciate the natural landscape of Cornwall.

Local Government

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

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 12 nearby View all schools

11 Primary
1 Secondary
North Petherwin School Primary 1.5 miles Egloskerry Primary School Primary 1.9 miles Werrington Community Primary School Primary 2.4 miles Boyton Community Primary School Primary 2.5 miles St Stephens Community Academy Primary 3.5 miles Tregadillett Primary School Primary 3.6 miles St Catherine's CofE Primary School Primary 4.2 miles Windmill Hill Academy Primary 4.4 miles Launceston College Secondary 4.7 miles St Giles-on-the-Heath Community School Primary 4.8 miles Warbstow Primary Academy Primary 4.9 miles Launceston Primary School Primary 5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Petherwin Gate 0 yards Trillacott 1.2 miles Brazacott 1.8 miles Billacott 2 miles Langore 2 miles Clubworthy 2 miles Egloskerry 2 miles Bennacott 2 miles Troswell 2.2 miles Trebeath 2.2 miles Wringsdown 2.2 miles Yeolmbridge 2.2 miles

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

Crime in North Petherwin 46 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in North Petherwin falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

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 →
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.