Moving to Falmouth (TR11)

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Planning a move to TR11? Discover council tax rates, Ofsted-rated schools, broadband speeds, green spaces and more for the Falmouth area.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, growing family, or relocating for work, this comprehensive area guide covers everything you need to know before moving to Falmouth. From local council tax rates and school ratings to broadband speeds and nearby green spaces, we've compiled the essential data to help you make an informed decision about your new home.

House Prices in Falmouth

Based on 650 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in TR11 during 2025–2026. Median prices give a more accurate picture than averages, as they aren't skewed by unusually high or low sales.

Median Price (all types)£355,000
Average Price (all types)£434,838

By Property Type

Detached£540,000 (168 sales)
Semi-Detached£335,000 (126 sales)
Terraced£317,500 (194 sales)
Flat / Maisonette£253,000 (127 sales)

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Jan 2025 – present). Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2025-2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Safety & Crime in Falmouth

Falmouth recorded 2% fewer crimes than the national average per postcode district — indicating a relatively safe area to live and raise a family.

TR11 Total Crimes (13 months)2,571
National Average per District2,628
vs National Average2% below average

Breakdown by Category

Violence & Sexual Offences913 (2% below avg)
Anti-social Behaviour476 (near avg)
Public Order138 (24% below avg)
Vehicle Crime113 (15% below avg)
Shoplifting319 (46% above avg)
Criminal Damage & Arson248 (30% above avg)
Burglary44 (54% below avg)
Other Theft193 (near avg)
Drugs39 (58% below avg)
Robbery10 (72% below avg)
Theft from Person11 (78% below avg)
Bicycle Theft5 (78% below avg)
Possession of Weapons22 (15% below avg)

Source: data.police.uk street-level crime data (Apr 2025 – Apr 2026). National average calculated across 2,313 UK postcode districts. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Council Tax in Falmouth

Council tax is one of the most important ongoing costs to consider when moving to a new area. In Falmouth, council tax is managed by Cornwall. The table below shows estimated annual rates for all bands, extrapolated from the published Band D figure using the standard ratios set by central government.

BandProperty Value (1991)Annual Rate
A£0 – £40,000£1727.29
B£40,001 – £52,000£2015.17
C£52,001 – £68,000£2303.05
D£68,001 – £88,000£2590.93
E£88,001 – £120,000£3166.69
F£120,001 – £160,000£3742.45
G£160,001 – £320,000£4318.22
H£320,001+£5181.86

Figures are estimated from the published Band D rate. Actual charges may vary slightly. Property values are based on 1991 valuations used by the Valuation Office Agency.

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Essential Services Near Falmouth

31.0 / 100 — This convenience score reflects how well-served the TR11 area is for everyday needs. It's calculated from the density of GP surgeries, pharmacies, and supermarkets relative to the local population — giving you a realistic picture of how easy daily errands will be.

Total essential services (GPs + pharmacies + supermarkets)9

Green Spaces in Falmouth

Access to parks and green spaces is increasingly important for wellbeing, exercise, and family life. Our green space accessibility score measures the percentage of residential postcodes in TR11 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.

89% of residential postcodes in TR11 have green space within walking distance, making this an exceptionally green area to live in.

Schools in Falmouth

For families with children, the quality of local schools is often the deciding factor when choosing where to move. Below is a breakdown of state-funded schools in the TR11 postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted — the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.

Broadband in Falmouth

Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for TR11 considers the proportion of properties with access to superfast, ultrafast, and gigabit-capable connections, as well as those still below the Universal Service Obligation (USO) threshold of 10Mbps.

32.4 / 100 — Overall broadband quality score for the TR11 district.

Superfast broadband (≥30Mbps)89.1%
Ultrafast broadband (≥100Mbps)73.1%
Gigabit capable73.1%
Below USO (≤10Mbps)0.1%

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Energy Performance in Falmouth

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) rate a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The median EPC band for TR11 gives you a sense of how well-insulated and energy-efficient homes in the area tend to be — which directly impacts your heating bills and carbon footprint.

Median EPC bandD
Median EPC score66
Total rated properties8622

Homes in TR11 average EPC Band D. Compare energy deals for your new home →

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