About St Stephens

St Stephens is a village located in Cornwall, England, within the PL12 postcode area. It is situated near the larger town of Saltash, providing easy access to local amenities and services. The village features a mix of residential properties, with a community that enjoys a peaceful rural lifestyle. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. St Stephens is also close to the River Tamar, which serves as a natural boundary between England and Cornwall. The area is well-connected by road, making it convenient for those wishing to explore the wider region or commute to nearby towns.

School Ratings in St Stephens

Families in St Stephens have access to 96 local schools. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in St Stephens

Homes sell for an average of £295K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £387K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in St Stephens

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across St Stephens, with 15 incidents recorded in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in St Stephens

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places St Stephens 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 Stephens

St Stephens benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,039 sales

Average Price £295K
£250 — £17M
Detached £387K 1,000
Semi £232K 690
Terraced £207K 908
Flat £144K 237

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

54 Primary
15 Secondary
27 Other
Fountain Head House School Inadequate 0.2 miles St Stephens (Saltash) Community Primary School & Nursery Primary Good 0.4 miles Burraton Community Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Saltash Community School Secondary 0.5 miles Saltash & Torpoint Children's Centre Good 0.6 miles Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy Primary Good 0.6 miles Bishop Cornish CofE VA Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Oneschool Global Uk Plymouth Campus 1.5 miles Riverside Community Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles St Paul's Roman Catholic Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Tamar FOLK (For Our Local Kids) Children's Centre Good 2 miles Victoria Road Primary Primary 2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in St Stephens IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in St Stephens 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
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
6/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
3,999 Children (0-15) 15%
14,743 Working Age 57%
9,572 Older (60+) 37%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 29.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.5% 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 St Stephens 88 crimes · March 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in St Stephens is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

34 Violence & Sexual Offences
15 Criminal Damage & Arson
8 Anti-Social Behaviour
7 Vehicle Crime
6 Public Order
6 Shoplifting
4 Other Theft
3 Drugs
2 Burglary
2 Theft from Person
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
Devon And Cornwall Saltash Town 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 6 stations

Saltash Train Station 1 miles
St Germans Train Station 3.5 miles
Bere Ferrers Train Station 4 miles
Bere Alston Train Station 5.6 miles
Calstock Train Station 6.5 miles
Menheniot Train Station 7.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Forder 0 yards Burraton Coombe 0 yards Saltash 0.6 miles Wearde 0.6 miles Antony Passage 0.6 miles Trematon Castle 0.6 miles Burraton 0.6 miles Trehan 0.9 miles South Pill 0.9 miles Latchbrook 0.9 miles Riverside 1.2 miles Carkeel 1.2 miles

Local Government

District Cornwall
Ward Saltash Essa
Constituency South East Cornwall
Parish Saltash
Region South West

Streets in PL12 30 shown View all streets

A38 6 A387 1 A388 17 Abbotscourt Lane 1 Adams Beck 1 Adit Lane 2 Alamein Road 5 Albert Road 2 Andrews Way 1 Ashburgh Parc 1 Ashton Way 1 B3249 2 Baber Close 1 Babis Farm Close 1 Babis Farm Court 1 Babis Farm Mews 1 Babis Farm Way 2 Babis Lane 1 Back Hill 1 Badgers Walk 1 Bag Lane 4 Barker's Hill 3 Barn Park 1 Barrow Down 1 Barton Close 1 Barton Meadows 2 Beatrice Avenue 2 Beaumont Terrace 1 Belle Vue Road 1 Bennett Gardens 1

Postcodes in PL12 50 shown View all postcodes

PL12 4AA PL12 4AB PL12 4AD PL12 4AE PL12 4AF PL12 4AG PL12 4AH PL12 4AJ PL12 4AL PL12 4AN PL12 4AP PL12 4AQ PL12 4AR PL12 4AS PL12 4AT PL12 4AU PL12 4AW PL12 4AX PL12 4AY PL12 4AZ PL12 4BA PL12 4BB PL12 4BD PL12 4BE PL12 4BG PL12 4BH PL12 4BJ PL12 4BL PL12 4BN PL12 4BP PL12 4BQ PL12 4BS PL12 4BT PL12 4BU PL12 4BW PL12 4BX PL12 4BY PL12 4BZ PL12 4DA PL12 4DB PL12 4DD PL12 4DE PL12 4DF PL12 4DG PL12 4DH PL12 4DJ PL12 4DL PL12 4DN PL12 4DP PL12 4DQ