About Middlewood

Middlewood is a small village located in Cornwall, England, within the PL15 postcode area. It is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Cornish countryside, making it a pleasant spot for those who appreciate rural landscapes. The village is primarily residential, with a few local amenities catering to the needs of its inhabitants. The area is well-connected by road, allowing for easy access to nearby towns and attractions. Visitors can explore the surrounding countryside, which offers various walking paths and opportunities for outdoor activities. Middlewood serves as a quiet retreat for those looking to escape the busier tourist areas of Cornwall while still being within reach of the region's attractions.

School Ratings in Middlewood

Middlewood is served by 9 schools. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Middlewood

Property prices average £292K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £361K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Middlewood

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Middlewood, with 7 incidents logged in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Middlewood

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Middlewood 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 Middlewood

Most properties in Middlewood can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,568 sales

Average Price £292K
£3K — £21.77M
Detached £361K 1,367
Semi £229K 746
Terraced £190K 739
Flat £116K 278

Schools & Education 9 nearby View all schools

9 Primary
Coads Green Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Upton Cross Academy Primary 2.2 miles Lewannick Community Primary School Primary 3.1 miles Pensilva Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 3.5 miles Darite Primary Academy Primary Good 3.8 miles South Petherwin Community Primary School Primary Good 4.3 miles Altarnun Primary School Primary Good 4.5 miles Trekenner Community Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 4.5 miles St Cleer Primary Academy Primary Good 4.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Middlewood IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Middlewood 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
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
6/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
3/10
5,333 Children (0-15) 16%
19,465 Working Age 58%
11,719 Older (60+) 35%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 34.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.4% 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 Middlewood 48 crimes · March 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Middlewood falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

25 Violence & Sexual Offences
7 Anti-Social Behaviour
5 Public Order
4 Criminal Damage & Arson
3 Vehicle Crime
2 Other Theft
1 Burglary
1 Robbery
Local Policing
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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 3 stations

Menheniot Train Station 9 miles
St Keyne Wishing Well Halt Train Station 9.2 miles
Causeland Train Station 9.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Berriowbridge 0 yards Botternell 0.6 miles Kingbeare 0.6 miles North Hill 0.6 miles Bathpool 0.9 miles Darleyford 1.2 miles North Darley 1.2 miles Coad's Green 1.4 miles Henwood 1.4 miles Trebartha 1.4 miles Rilla Mill 1.8 miles Rillaton 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Cornwall
County Devon
Ward Altarnun & Stoke Climsland
Constituency North Cornwall
Parish South Petherwin
Region South West

Streets in PL15 30 shown View all streets

A30 19 A388 25 A395 7 Angel Hill 2 Attery View 1 B3254 30 B3257 2 B3362 2 Bangors Road 1 Beacon View 1 Beech Tree Close 1 Bickford Road 1 Blackbird Crescent 1 Blindhole 4 BlueBell Way 1 Bounsall's Lane 2 Braggs Hill 2 Broad Street 8 Brookside Close 1 Broomhill Court 1 Bury Close 1 Bush Park 2 Buttercup Meadow 1 Campion Close 1 Carboth Lane 1 Castle Dyke 1 Castle Meadows 1 Castle Street 4 Causley Close 1 Chapel Hill 7

Postcodes in PL15 50 shown View all postcodes

PL15 0AT PL15 0AZ PL15 0BA PL15 0BG PL15 0BH PL15 0BJ PL15 0BL PL15 0BN PL15 0BP PL15 0BS PL15 0BU PL15 0BX PL15 7AA PL15 7AB PL15 7AD PL15 7AE PL15 7AF PL15 7AG PL15 7AJ PL15 7AL PL15 7AP PL15 7AR PL15 7AS PL15 7AT PL15 7AU PL15 7AW PL15 7AZ PL15 7BA PL15 7BE PL15 7BH PL15 7BJ PL15 7BL PL15 7BN PL15 7BP PL15 7BQ PL15 7BT PL15 7BU PL15 7BW PL15 7BX PL15 7BY PL15 7BZ PL15 7DA PL15 7DB PL15 7DD PL15 7DE PL15 7DF PL15 7DG PL15 7DH PL15 7DJ PL15 7DL