About Washaway

Washaway is a small village located in Cornwall, England, within the PL30 postcode area. It lies near the River Camel and is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Cornish countryside. The village is primarily residential, with a few local amenities catering to the needs of its inhabitants. The area is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those wishing to explore the surrounding regions. Nearby attractions include the historic town of Wadebridge, which offers a range of shops and eateries, as well as access to the Camel Trail, a popular route for walkers and cyclists. Washaway serves as a peaceful base for those looking to enjoy the charm of rural Cornwall while being close to larger towns and scenic landscapes.

Local Government

District Cornwall
Ward Lanivet, Blisland & Bodmin St. Lawrence
Constituency North Cornwall
Parish Lanivet
Region South West

Property Prices 1,442 sales

Average Price £399K
£2K — £2.85M
Detached £453K 740
Semi £263K 213
Terraced £240K 179
Flat £169K 14

Nearest Train Stations 4 stations

Roche Train Station 5.7 miles
Bugle Train Station 6.3 miles
Luxulyan Train Station 7.2 miles
Lostwithiel Train Station 7.5 miles

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

13 Primary
2 Secondary
4 Other
Nanstallon Community Primary School Primary 1.7 miles Berrycoombe School Primary 2.1 miles St Mabyn CofE School Primary 2.3 miles St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Bodmin Primary Good 2.3 miles Berryfields Community & Children's Centre 2.4 miles Beacon Academy Primary Good 2.6 miles The Chestnuts Centre 2.6 miles Callywith College 16 plus 3.1 miles St Petroc's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary 3.1 miles Wadebridge School Secondary 3.3 miles Lanivet Community Primary School Primary 3.4 miles Wadebridge & Camelford Children's Centre 3.4 miles

Location

Living in Washaway

School Ratings in Washaway

There are 19 schools in and around Washaway.

House Prices in Washaway

The average property price is £399K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £453K.

Deprivation and Employment in Washaway

Washaway 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 Washaway

Broadband availability in Washaway includes superfast options in many areas, though speeds can vary. Mobile coverage is generally adequate on 4G, but 5G and indoor reception may be limited in some spots. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Lane-end 0 yards Park 0.6 miles Mount Charles 0.9 miles Costislost 0.9 miles Burlorne Tregoose 1.2 miles Polbrock 1.2 miles Croanford 1.2 miles Nanstallon 1.2 miles Brocton 1.4 miles Dunmere 1.4 miles Lower Croan 1.4 miles Tredannick 1.8 miles

Streets in PL30 30 shown View all streets

A30 9 A38 4 A389 3 A391 1 Allen Park 2 Atlantic Highway 12 B3266 10 B3267 3 B3268 3 B3274 1 B3314 2 Beswetherick Field 3 Blowinghouse Lane 2 Bodinnick Place 1 Bodinnick Road 2 Bodmin & Wadebridge Railway (Wenfordbridge Branch) 1 Bodmin Bypass 4 Brambleside 1 Brewers Close 1 Briar Close 1 Bruallen Close 1 Bryny Close 1 Chapel Lane 4 Chapel Road 1 Chestnut Close 1 Church Close 1 Church Road 2 Churchtown Mews 1 Chyrn Drive 3 Clann Lane 2

Postcodes in PL30 50 shown View all postcodes

PL30 3AA PL30 3AB PL30 3AD PL30 3AE PL30 3AF PL30 3AG PL30 3AH PL30 3AJ PL30 3AL PL30 3AN PL30 3AP PL30 3AQ PL30 3AR PL30 3AS PL30 3AT PL30 3AU PL30 3AW PL30 3AX PL30 3AY PL30 3AZ PL30 3BA PL30 3BB PL30 3BD PL30 3BE PL30 3BG PL30 3BH PL30 3BJ PL30 3BL PL30 3BN PL30 3BP PL30 3BQ PL30 3BR PL30 3BS PL30 3BT PL30 3BU PL30 3BW PL30 3BX PL30 3BY PL30 3BZ PL30 3DA PL30 3DB PL30 3DD PL30 3DE PL30 3DF PL30 3DG PL30 3DH PL30 3DJ PL30 3DL PL30 3DN PL30 3DP

Deprivation and Employment in Washaway IMD 2025

Washaway 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
High
Income
Average
Employment
Average
Education
Average
Health
Average
Housing
Very High
Living Environment
High
4,907 Children (0-15) 16%
17,687 Working Age 58%
10,770 Older (60+) 35%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 32.3% 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