About St Michael Penkevil

St Michael Penkevil is a small village located in Cornwall, England, within the TR2 postcode area. It lies approximately four miles from the town of Truro and is surrounded by the scenic countryside typical of this region. The village is primarily residential, with a few local amenities catering to the needs of its inhabitants. The parish church, dedicated to St Michael, is a notable feature of the village and reflects the architectural styles of the area. The surrounding landscape offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural beauty of Cornwall. St Michael Penkevil serves as a quiet retreat for those looking to experience rural life in this part of England.

School Ratings in St Michael Penkevil

Families in St Michael Penkevil have access to 28 local schools. The Roseland Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in St Michael Penkevil

Homes sell for an average of £469K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £608K.

Deprivation and Employment in St Michael Penkevil

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places St Michael Penkevil around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in St Michael Penkevil

Broadband services in St Michael Penkevil range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,753 sales

Average Price £469K
£3K — £5.98M
Detached £608K 682
Semi £364K 345
Terraced £344K 396
Flat £257K 139

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

15 Primary
2 Secondary
11 Other
Penair School Secondary Good 1.9 miles Trelander Community & Children's Centre 1.9 miles Pencalenick School 1.9 miles Truro School 1.9 miles Tregolls Academy Primary Inadequate 2 miles Truro High School 2.3 miles Kea Community Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Archbishop Benson CofE Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles Bosvigo School Primary Good 2.5 miles Truro Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 2.8 miles St Mary's CofE School, Truro Primary 2.8 miles Community & Hospital Education Service Ap Academy Outstanding 2.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in St Michael Penkevil IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in St Michael Penkevil are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
2/10
3,384 Children (0-15) 17%
11,888 Working Age 59%
6,394 Older (60+) 32%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 29.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12% 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

Nearest Train Stations 4 stations

Perranwell Train Station 5.7 miles
Penryn (Cornwall) Train Station 6.7 miles
Falmouth Town Train Station 7.1 miles
Penmere Train Station 7.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Merther Lane 0 yards Malpas 0.6 miles St Clement 0.6 miles Old Kea 0.9 miles Lamorran 1.4 miles Merther 1.4 miles Coombe 1.8 miles Porth Kea 1.9 miles Calenick 2 miles Cowlands 2.2 miles Truro 2.2 miles Philleigh 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Cornwall
Ward St. Goran, Tregony & the Roseland
Constituency Truro and Falmouth
Parish St. Michael Penkevil
Region South West

Streets in TR2 30 shown View all streets

A3058 5 A3078 17 A390 12 Amelia Close 1 Ashleigh Way 1 Ashmead 1 B3275 14 B3287 4 B3289 4 Back Lane 2 Bartholomew Crescent 1 Bohella Road 1 Bonython Drive 1 Bosillion Lane 2 Bosnoweth 1 Brewartha 2 Buckeys Lane 1 California Gardens 1 Carharthen View 1 Carne Meadows 1 Carne View Road 2 Carrick Way 1 Castle Drive 1 Century Lane 2 Chapel Close 1 Chapel Street 3 Chapel Terrace 1 Church Hill 1 Church View Road 1 Churchtown Road 3

Postcodes in TR2 50 shown View all postcodes

TR2 4AA TR2 4AB TR2 4AD TR2 4AE TR2 4AF TR2 4AG TR2 4AH TR2 4AJ TR2 4AL TR2 4AN TR2 4AP TR2 4AQ TR2 4AR TR2 4AS TR2 4AU TR2 4AW TR2 4AX TR2 4AY TR2 4AZ TR2 4BA TR2 4BB TR2 4BD TR2 4BE TR2 4BG TR2 4BH TR2 4BJ TR2 4BL TR2 4BN TR2 4BP TR2 4BQ TR2 4BS TR2 4BT TR2 4BU TR2 4BW TR2 4BX TR2 4BY TR2 4BZ TR2 4DA TR2 4DB TR2 4DD TR2 4DE TR2 4DF TR2 4DG TR2 4DH TR2 4DJ TR2 4DL TR2 4DN TR2 4DP TR2 4DQ TR2 4DR