About Black Cross

Black Cross is a small settlement located in the county of Cornwall, in the south-west of England. It lies within the TR8 postcode area and is situated near the village of St Columb Major. The area is characterised by its rural setting, with open fields and scattered dwellings typical of the Cornish countryside. The name Black Cross is believed to derive from a historic cross that once stood in the locality, though the original structure is no longer present. The surrounding landscape offers views of rolling hills and farmland, with several footpaths providing access to nearby areas of natural interest. The community is quiet and residential, with a close-knit feel typical of smaller Cornish villages. The area is accessible by road, with the A30 trunk road running nearby, connecting it to larger towns such as Bodmin and Truro.

School Ratings in Black Cross

There are 17 schools in and around Black Cross. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Black Cross

The average property price is £414K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £514K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Black Cross

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Public order is prevalent across Black Cross, with 9 recorded incidents in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Black Cross

Black Cross 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 Black Cross

Broadband availability in Black Cross 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.

Property Prices 2,438 sales

Average Price £414K
£8K — £12.5M
Detached £514K 877
Semi £308K 549
Terraced £242K 598
Flat £239K 141

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

12 Primary
2 Secondary
3 Other
Indian Queens Primary School Primary 1.2 miles St Columb Major Children's Centre 1.8 miles St Columb Major Academy Primary Good 1.8 miles Summercourt Academy Primary 2.8 miles Clays Children's Centre 3.3 miles St Dennis Primary Academy Primary Good 3.3 miles Mawgan-In-Pydar Primary School Primary Good 3.9 miles Nansledan School Primary Good 3.9 miles Whitemoor Academy Primary Good 4.3 miles St Columb Minor 4.4 miles St Columb Minor Academy Primary 4.4 miles Treviglas Academy Secondary 4.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Black Cross IMD 2025

Black Cross 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
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
6/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
4/10
5,845 Children (0-15) 18%
20,078 Working Age 61%
9,031 Older (60+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 16.3% 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 Black Cross 87 crimes · March 2026

High Crime Area

Black Cross sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

50 Violence & Sexual Offences
9 Public Order
7 Criminal Damage & Arson
4 Other Theft
4 Vehicle Crime
3 Drugs
2 Anti-Social Behaviour
2 Bicycle Theft
2 Burglary
1 Weapons
1 Robbery
1 Shoplifting
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Devon And Cornwall St Columb Major 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 4 stations

Quintrell Downs Train Station 2.8 miles
Roche Train Station 5.4 miles
Bugle Train Station 7.1 miles
Luxulyan Train Station 9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Killaworgey 0 yards Trevarren 0.6 miles St Columb Road 0.9 miles Indian Queens 0.9 miles Trebudannon 0.9 miles White Cross 0.9 miles Ruthvoes 1.2 miles Trekenning 1.2 miles Toldish 1.4 miles Fraddon 1.4 miles Quoit 1.8 miles Bosoughan 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Cornwall
Ward St. Columb Minor & Colan
Constituency St Austell and Newquay
Parish Newquay
Region South West

Streets in TR8 30 shown View all streets

A30 7 A3058 8 A3059 13 A3075 11 A3076 5 A392 9 Ackland Place 1 An Gevran Meadow 2 An Lowarth 1 Atlantic Highway 1 B3275 3 B3276 19 Barton Lane 2 Beach Road 1 Beacon Road 2 Bell Gardens 1 Benny Bridge 1 Bownder Agravayn 2 Bownder Columb 2 Bownder Iger 1 Bownder Kosti Woles 2 Bownder Kresennik an Shoppa 3 Bownder Logres 2 Bownder Oghen 3 Bownder Tennyson 2 Bownder Tregwestek 2 Bownder Vesydhyans 1 Bownder Vewin 2 Bownder Woryan 2 Bridle Way 2

Postcodes in TR8 50 shown View all postcodes

TR8 4AA TR8 4AB TR8 4AD TR8 4AE TR8 4AF TR8 4AG TR8 4AH TR8 4AJ TR8 4AL TR8 4AN TR8 4AP TR8 4AQ TR8 4AR TR8 4AS TR8 4AT TR8 4AU TR8 4AW TR8 4AX TR8 4AY TR8 4AZ TR8 4BA TR8 4BB TR8 4BD TR8 4BE TR8 4BG TR8 4BH TR8 4BJ TR8 4BL TR8 4BN TR8 4BP TR8 4BQ TR8 4BS TR8 4BT TR8 4BU TR8 4BW TR8 4BX TR8 4BY TR8 4BZ TR8 4DA TR8 4DB TR8 4DD TR8 4DE TR8 4DF TR8 4DG TR8 4DH TR8 4DJ TR8 4DL TR8 4DN TR8 4DP TR8 4DQ