About Borough
Borough is a small settlement located on the island of St Mary's in the Isles of Scilly, part of England. It lies within the TR24 postcode area and is one of the more populated areas on the island. The village is situated near the main harbour, making it a convenient base for visitors arriving by boat. The surrounding landscape features coastal paths and rocky shores, typical of the archipelago’s geography. The area is known for its close-knit community and traditional island way of life. While not large, Borough offers basic amenities and is a focal point for local services. Its position near the ferry terminal makes it a practical stop for those exploring the islands. The community maintains a strong connection to the sea, with fishing and maritime activities playing a significant role in daily life.
Deprivation and Employment in Borough
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Borough around the national average for deprivation. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.
Broadband and Mobile Internet in Borough
Broadband services in Borough 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.
Schools & Education 2 nearby View all schools
Deprivation and Employment in Borough IMD 2025
Deprivation levels in Borough 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.
339
Children (0-15)
15%
1,369
Working Age
60%
731
Older (60+)
32%
Child Poverty (IDACI)
11.8% of children in income-deprived families
Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI)
4% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 ·
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Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
District
Isles of Scilly
Ward
Tresco
Constituency
St Ives
Parish
Tresco
Region
South West
Notable & Famous People from Borough 292 people
Abz Love
Disc jockey
British singer, rapper, dancer, and DJ
Adrian Smith
Composer
English guitarist
Akram Khan
Author
British dancer and choreographer
Alan Fersht
Chemist
British chemist
Alan Sugar
Businessperson
British business magnate, media personality, and political advisor (born 1947)
Alfred Felix Landon Beeston
Librarian
British Orintalist (1911–1995)
Alfred Fentiman
Sport cyclist
British bicycle racer
Alfred North
Swimmer
British water polo player (1906-1988)
Allan Ganley
Drummer
British musician (1931–2008)
Ambrose Griffiths
Catholic priest
English Roman Catholic bishop; Benedictine abbot (1928–2011)
Amin Badr
Taekwondo athlete
taekwondo athlete
Andrew Brons
Politician
British politician (born 1947)
Andy Smillie
Association football player
English footballer (born 1941)
Andy Wood
Skeleton racer
British skeleton racer
Anthony Grant
Association football player
English association football player (born 1987)
Antoine Seilern
Art historian
British art historian, collector and museum benefactor (1901-1978)
Arthur Lindsay Sadler
Translator
British translator (1882–1970)
Asif Kapadia
Screenwriter
British film director
Barbara Burke
Athletics competitor
British athlete (1917-1998)
Basil Wright
Screenwriter
English documentary filmmaker (1907–1987)
Beatrice Chase
Writer
British writer (1874–1955)
Ben Aaronovitch
Screenwriter
British author, game designer, and screenwriter (born 1964)
Ben Maher
Show jumper
British equestrian
Bill Berry
Association football coach
English footballer (1904-1972)
Billy Jenkins
Composer
American musician
Bob Blackman
Politician
British politician (born 1956)
Buster Bloodvessel
Singer
British actor and singer
Cameron Mackintosh
Record producer
British theatre and musical producer
Camilla Rutherford
Actor
British actress and fashion model
Carl McCoy
Composer
British singer
Cecil Hepworth
Screenwriter
English film director and film producer (1874-1953)
Charlene Soraia
Singer
London-based singer-songwriter
Charles Christopher Fowkes
Military personnel
British Army general (1894–1966)
Charlie Harper
Composer
British singer
Charlotte Dujardin
Jockey
British dressage rider
Chris Irwin
Racing automobile driver
British racing driver
Chuks Aneke
Association football player
British footballer (born 1993)
Cicely Mary Barker
Writer
British artist (1895-1973)
Clare-Hope Ashitey
Film actor
English actress
Claude Friese-Greene
Cinematographer
British cinematographer (1898–1943)
Clemence Dane
Screenwriter
English novelist (1888-1965)
Clifford Copland Paterson
Electrical engineer
English electrical engineer (1879–1948)
Clive Efford
Politician
British Labour politician
Cyril Gill
Athletics competitor
British sprinter (1902–1989)
Daisy Burrell
Singer
British actress (1892–1982)
Dalton Grant
Athletics competitor
British athlete
Dane Bowers
Composer
British singer
Danny Dichio
Association football player
English footballer (born 1974)
Dave Bedwell
Sport cyclist
English racing cyclist (1928–1999)
Dave Godin
Musician
American music fan (1936–2004)
Dave Lambert
Singer-songwriter
British guitarist
David Davies
Politician
Welsh politician (born 1970)
David Farrar
Stage actor
British actor (1908–1995)
David Pannick, Baron Pannick
Politician
British peer (born 1956)
Dean Gordon
Association football coach
English footballer (born 1973)
Desmond Dickinson
Screenwriter
British cinematographer (1902-1986)
Dexter Fletcher
Screenwriter
English actor and director
Dickie Pride
Singer
British singer (1941–1969)
Dimitri Leonidas
Actor
British actor
Dionne Bromfield
Singer-songwriter
British singer
Don Cockell
Boxer
British boxer (1928–1983)
Dorothy Koomson
Writer
British writer
Douglas Hogg
Politician
British politician and barrister
Dunia Susi
Association football player
English association football player (born 1987)
Ebenezer Cunningham
Physicist
British mathematician (1881–1977)
Ed Vaizey
Politician
British politician
Eddie Baily
Association football coach
English footballer (1925-2010)
Edward Conze
Writer
British Marxism and Buddhism scholar (1904–1979)
Edward Leigh
Politician
British politician (born 1950)
Edward Toms
Athletics competitor
British sprinter (1899–1971)
Edwin George Ross Waters
Lepidopterist
British university teacher and lepidopterist (1890-1930)
Edwy Searles Brooks
Writer
British writer (1889–1965)
Elliott Ward
Association football player
English footballer (born 1985)
Elsa Lanchester
Stage actor
British-American actress (1902–1986)
Emil Bernstorff
Racing automobile driver
British racing driver
Emily Diamand
Writer
British writer
Eric Barker
Actor
English comedy actor (1912-1990)
Eric Bristow
Darts player
English darts player (1957–2018)
Eric Delaney
Conductor
English multipercussionist (1924-2011)
Ernest Chambers
Sport cyclist
cyclist (1907–1985)
Ernest Webb
Athletics competitor
British athlete (1874–1937)
Ernie Adams
Association football player
English footballer (1922-2009)
Ernie Mills
Sport cyclist
cyclist
Evan Noel
Tennis player
Rackets player (1879–1928)
Fatboy Slim
Composer
British musician
Fergus Anderson
Motorcycle racer
British racing driver (1909-1956)
Ford Madox Ford
Writer
English writer and publisher (1873-1939)
Francis Arthur Bather
Geologist
British scientist (1863–1934)
Francis Quarles
Writer
English poet
Frank Judd, Baron Judd
Politician
British politician (born 1935)
Frank Lampard
Association football coach
English association football player and manager (born 1978)
Frank Perry
Drummer
British drummer
Fred Titmus
Association football player
English Test and County cricketer (1932-2011)
Frederick Blackman
Botanist
British botanist (1866–1947)
Gabrielle
Singer
British singer and songwriter
Geoffrey Foot
Film editor
British film editor (1915–2010)
George Herbert Skinner
Businessperson
British businessman
George Hilsdon
Association football player
English footballer (1885–1941)
George Nicol
Athletics competitor
British sprinter (1886–1967)
George Sewell
Stage actor
English actor (1924–2007)
George V
Monarch
King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions, and Emperor of India (1865–1936)
Glenn Fabry
Illustrator
artist
Gordon Borrie, Baron Borrie
Politician
British politician (1931-2016)
Gordon Richardson, Baron Richardson of Duntisbourne
Politician
British banker (1915-2010)
Guy Butler
Journalist
athletics competitor (1899-1981)
Guy Nickalls
Rower
British rower (1866–1935)