PL22 covers Lostwithiel and surrounding areas in Cornwall, positioned at the 53rd percentile nationally with a trajectory score of 50.5/100. Five-year price growth averaged 1.8% annually, while rental growth outpaced capital appreciation at 5.4% annually, indicating stronger investor returns from lettings than resale. Population growth remained modest at 0.7% over the same period. The district is classified in the latent gentrification stage, suggesting limited established premium positioning. These metrics reflect a market characterised by steady rental demand relative to moderate price appreciation, typical of rural Cornish locations with established residential populations.
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- 1Property prices up 1.1% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.4% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.7% per year
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What's changing in Lostwithiel · June 2026
3 planning applications submitted in PL22 over the last six months.
- Proposed self/custom build dwelling.Jun 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Works to Tree covered by a Tree Preservation Order (TPO) - T1 - 1 x very large Turkey Oak - Reduce spread of E aspect (only) up to 5m laterally.Jun 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Works to Tree(s) within a Conservation Area (TCA) Fell 1 x Ash tree in rear garden .Mar 2026 · Decided
Lostwithiel (PL22) common questions
Is Lostwithiel up and coming?
Lostwithiel (PL22) has a trajectory score of 50/100 (Average), placing it in the top 47% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is up 4.2 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Lostwithiel safe?
Lostwithiel has a safety score of 86/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Lostwithiel?
The average property price in Lostwithiel (PL22) is £269k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 1.1% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Lostwithiel?
The median monthly rent in Lostwithiel (PL22) is £996 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Lostwithiel?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Par (PL24), Fowey (PL23), St Austell (PL25), Bodmin (PL30), St Austell (PL26). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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