About Wheal Rose

Wheal Rose is a small village located in Cornwall, England, within the TR16 postcode area. It lies close to the town of Redruth, making it easily accessible for visitors. The village is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Cornish countryside, providing a peaceful atmosphere for those looking to escape the hustle of larger towns. The area has a strong connection to Cornwall's mining heritage, with remnants of its industrial past visible in the surrounding landscape. Nearby attractions include the historic sites related to mining, as well as opportunities for walking and exploring the local flora and fauna. Wheal Rose serves as a convenient base for those wishing to discover more of Cornwall's attractions while enjoying a quieter setting.

Local Government

District Cornwall
Ward Redruth North
Constituency Camborne and Redruth
Parish Redruth
Region South West

Property Prices 2,236 sales

Average Price £313K
£750 — £16.29M
Detached £366K 857
Semi £228K 459
Terraced £230K 638
Flat £208K 45

Nearest Train Stations 5 stations

Perranwell Train Station 4.9 miles
Camborne Train Station 5.1 miles
Penryn (Cornwall) Train Station 7.2 miles
Penmere Train Station 9.2 miles
Falmouth Town Train Station 9.8 miles

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

22 Primary
3 Secondary
9 Other
Treleigh Community Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Cardrew Court School 1 miles Blackwater Community Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Curnow School 1.6 miles Redruth Children's Centre 1.6 miles Pennoweth Primary School Primary 1.6 miles Teyluva Children's Centre 1.8 miles St Day and Carharrack Community School Primary 1.8 miles Three Bridges 1.8 miles Mount Hawke Academy Primary 1.8 miles Trewirgie Junior School Primary 2 miles Redruth School Secondary 2 miles

Location

Living in Wheal Rose

School Ratings in Wheal Rose

Wheal Rose is served by 34 schools.

House Prices in Wheal Rose

Property prices average £313K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £366K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Wheal Rose

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Other theft accounts for the highest share in Wheal Rose, with 11 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Wheal Rose

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Wheal Rose 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 Wheal Rose

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Wheal Rose, 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

Radnor 0.6 miles Scorrier 0.6 miles Stencoose 0.6 miles Treskerby 0.6 miles Highway 0.6 miles Mawla 0.9 miles Mount Ambrose 0.9 miles Treleigh 0.9 miles Parc Erissey 1.2 miles Menagissey 1.2 miles Forge 1.4 miles Laity Moor 1.4 miles

Streets in TR16 30 shown View all streets

A30 1 A3047 8 A393 15 Alexandra Close 1 Alexandra Road 5 Ankervis Lane 2 Ashton Close 1 B3297 16 B3298 10 B3300 1 B3301 1 Balcoath 1 Ballard Close 2 Barrack's Lane 1 Bassett Road 11 Battery Hill 3 Beacon View Park 1 Belerion Road 1 Bell Lane 2 Bell Veor 3 Blackberry Close 1 BLOCKED 1 Borgwitha 1 Bosawna Close 1 Bosawna Gardens 1 Boskenna Road 2 Bosvean Gardens 1 Bownder An Sycamor 1 Bray Rise 1 Brickworks Hill 1

Postcodes in TR16 50 shown View all postcodes

TR16 4AA TR16 4AB TR16 4AD TR16 4AE TR16 4AF TR16 4AG TR16 4AH TR16 4AJ TR16 4AN TR16 4AP TR16 4AQ TR16 4AR TR16 4AS TR16 4AT TR16 4AU TR16 4AW TR16 4AX TR16 4AY TR16 4AZ TR16 4BB TR16 4BE TR16 4BG TR16 4BH TR16 4BJ TR16 4BL TR16 4BN TR16 4BP TR16 4BQ TR16 4BS TR16 4BU TR16 4BW TR16 4BX TR16 4BY TR16 4BZ TR16 4DA TR16 4DB TR16 4DE TR16 4DF TR16 4DG TR16 4DH TR16 4DJ TR16 4DL TR16 4DN TR16 4DP TR16 4DQ TR16 4DR TR16 4DS TR16 4DT TR16 4DW TR16 4DX

Deprivation and Employment in Wheal Rose IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Wheal Rose 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
High
Income
Average
Employment
Average
Education
Average
Health
Average
Housing
High
Living Environment
High
7,878 Children (0-15) 18%
26,892 Working Age 60%
13,167 Older (60+) 29%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 35.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 17.7% 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 Wheal Rose 124 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Wheal Rose 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.

77 Violence & Sexual Offences
11 Other Theft
9 Public Order
7 Anti-Social Behaviour
6 Drugs
5 Criminal Damage & Arson
5 Shoplifting
2 Burglary
1 Robbery
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
Devon And Cornwall Redruth North 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.