White Cross, Cornwall | Local Guide & Postcodes

About White Cross

White Cross is a small village located in Cornwall, England, within the TR12 postcode area. It is situated near the coast, providing easy access to various beaches and coastal paths. The village has a few local amenities, including a pub and a shop, catering to the needs of residents and visitors alike. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape.

The area is well-connected by road, making it convenient for those wishing to explore nearby towns and attractions. Local attractions include the picturesque village of Mullion and the Lizard Peninsula, known for its dramatic cliffs and diverse wildlife. White Cross serves as a practical base for exploring the beautiful scenery that Cornwall has to offer, with its mix of coastal and rural landscapes.

School Ratings in White Cross

White Cross is served by 13 schools. A further 1 school holds a Good rating.

House Prices in White Cross

Property prices average £444K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £490K.

Deprivation and Employment in White Cross

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, White Cross 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.

Healthcare in White Cross

There are 2 GP surgeries within three miles of White Cross, the nearest being The Mullion & Constantine Group Practice (1.6 miles away).

Local Data for White Cross

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Property Prices 1,314 sales

Average Price £444K

£1K , £8.67M

Detached £490K 698

Semi £274K 191

Terraced £256K 182

Flat £200K 42

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

8 Primary

2 Secondary

3 Other

Good 1

Requires improvement 4

Ofsted ratings for schools in the TR12 postcode area.

Mullion School Secondary Good 1.6 miles Mullion Primary School Primary 1.7 miles Garras Community Primary School Primary 1.9 miles Helston Children's Centre 3.7 miles Lizard 3.7 miles Nansloe Academy Primary 3.7 miles St Michael's Church of England Primary School Primary 3.9 miles Boskenwyn Community Primary School Primary Good 4 miles Parc Eglos School Primary Requires Improvement 4.2 miles Helston Community College Secondary Good 4.4 miles Grade-Ruan CofE Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 4.4 miles St Elvan's 4.5 miles

Household Income in White Cross ONS 2023

The average total household income in White Cross is approximately £45,972 a year before tax, 17% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,480. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

White Cross £45,972

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £35,480.

Businesses in White Cross ONS 2025

There are approximately 554 active businesses based in White Cross, around 62 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 1 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

554 Total businesses

62 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 89%

Small, 10-49 11%

Medium, 50-249 0%

Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in White Cross IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places White Cross 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

4/10

Income

5/10

Employment

6/10

Education

5/10

Health

7/10

Housing

2/10

Living Environment

2/10

Children 0-15 15%

Working age 54%

Older 65+ 31%

1,321 Children (0-15) 15%

4,819 Working Age 54%

2,764 Older (65+) 31%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 31.1% of children in income-deprived families

Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.8% 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 1 stations

Penmere Train Station 9.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Cury 0.6 miles Cross Lanes 0.6 miles Nantithet 0.6 miles Trewoon 1.2 miles Tregear 1.4 miles Mullion 1.4 miles Garras 1.8 miles Meaver 1.9 miles Gunwalloe 2 miles Gunwalloe Fishing Cove 2 miles Chyanvounder 2 miles Berepper 2 miles

Local Government

District Cornwall

Ward Helston South & Meneage

Constituency St Ives

Parish Mawgan-in-Meneage

Region South West

Home Ownership in White Cross

Of the 3,808 households in and around White Cross, 71% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 17% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 71% Social rented 12% Private rented 17%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering White Cross.

Frequently Asked Questions about White Cross

What is the population of White Cross?

White Cross has a population of approximately 8,908 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in White Cross?

The average property in and around White Cross sold for about £443,895, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 27% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is White Cross a deprived area?

White Cross sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 4 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover White Cross?

White Cross is covered by the TR12 postcode district.

How many schools are there in White Cross?

There are 12 schools within easy reach of White Cross, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to White Cross?

The nearest railway station to White Cross is Penmere Train Station, about 9.8 miles away.

Streets in TR12 30 shown View all streets

A3083 7 B3293 22 B3294 9 Back Lane 1 Beacon Terrace 3 Bochym Hill 2 Bonallack Lane 2 Bounder Treath 1 Chapel Hill 4 Church Cove Road 2 Church Road 1 Churchtown 7 Chymbloth Way 1 Chypons Road 4 Clifden Close 1 Colroger Close 1 Commercial Road 4 Commons Close 1 Croft Parc 2 Cross Common 3 Cryben 1 Degibna Lane 3 Doctors Hill 1 Eglos Parc 1 Fords Hill 3 Forthcrom 1 Friar's Lane 3 Garro Lane 1 Gear Hill 3 Ghost Hill 1

Postcodes in TR12 50 shown View all postcodes

TR12 6AA TR12 6AB TR12 6AD TR12 6AE TR12 6AF TR12 6AG TR12 6AH TR12 6AJ TR12 6AL TR12 6AN TR12 6AP TR12 6AQ TR12 6AR TR12 6AS TR12 6AT TR12 6AU TR12 6AX TR12 6AY TR12 6AZ TR12 6BA TR12 6BB TR12 6BD TR12 6BE TR12 6BG TR12 6BH TR12 6BJ TR12 6BL TR12 6BN TR12 6BP TR12 6BQ TR12 6BS TR12 6BT TR12 6BU TR12 6BW TR12 6BX TR12 6BY TR12 6BZ TR12 6DA TR12 6DB TR12 6DD TR12 6DE TR12 6DF TR12 6DG TR12 6DH TR12 6DJ TR12 6DN TR12 6DP TR12 6DR TR12 6DS TR12 6DT

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