North Cornwall
§ This page provides an overview of a UK constituency, bringing together various information and resources to help you better understand the area.
North Cornwall is a coastal and rural area known for its stunning beaches, dramatic cliffs, and surf culture. Towns like Bude, Wadebridge, and Camelford provide a mix of seaside charm and countryside tranquillity. The coastline includes famous spots like Polzeath and Port Isaac, while the interior features Bodmin Moor with its rugged tors and ancient monuments. With coastal paths, fishing harbours, and unspoiled landscapes, North Cornwall is a favourite for walkers, surfers, and heritage seekers.
Wards in North Cornwall
North Cornwall is divided into 15 wards, listed below in alphabetical order.
- Altarnun & Stoke Climsland
- Bodmin St Mary's & St Leonard
- Bodmin St Petroc's
- Bude
- Camelford & Boscastle
- Lanivet, Blisland & Bodmin St Lawrence
- Launceston North & North Petherwin
- Launceston South
- Padstow
- Poundstock
- St Columb Major, St Mawgan & St Wenn
- St Teath & Tintagel
- Stratton, Kilkhampton & Morwenstow
- Wadebridge East & St Minver
- Wadebridge West & St Mabyn
North Cornwall is a constituency that covers these wards in Cornwall.
Population by age group
The most recent data for constituencies in England and Wales comes from mid-year estimates for 2022. This tells us what the population was estimated to be on 30 June 2022.
| Age Band | Constituency (Number) | Constituency (%) | Region (Number) | Region (%) | England & Wales (Number) | England & Wales (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 17 | 18,885 | 18.92% | 1,095,190 | 19.00% | 12,506,535 | 20.76% |
| 18 to 24 | 5,692 | 5.70% | 469,949 | 8.15% | 5,008,522 | 8.31% |
| 25 to 34 | 9,668 | 9.69% | 691,220 | 11.99% | 8,098,257 | 13.44% |
| 35 to 49 | 16,611 | 16.64% | 1,028,221 | 17.84% | 11,575,752 | 19.22% |
| 50 to 64 | 22,372 | 22.41% | 1,179,220 | 20.46% | 11,745,365 | 19.50% |
| 65 and over | 26,594 | 26.64% | 1,301,081 | 22.57% | 11,303,607 | 18.76% |
Population by ethnic group
The most recent census asked people about their ethnic group. The census was carried out in March 2021 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and in March 2022 in Scotland.
| Ethnic Group | Constituency (Number) | Constituency (%) | Region (%) | England & Wales (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English, Welsh, Scottish, Northern Irish or British | 93,316 | 94.11% | 87.84% | 74.42% |
| Other White | 2,585 | 2.61% | 4.52% | 6.15% |
| Any other ethnic group | 820 | 0.83% | 0.67% | 1.55% |
| Irish | 438 | 0.44% | 0.56% | 0.85% |
| White and Asian | 388 | 0.39% | 0.61% | 0.82% |
| Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups | 294 | 0.30% | 0.53% | 0.78% |
| White and Black Caribbean | 289 | 0.29% | 0.58% | 0.86% |
| Other Asian | 253 | 0.26% | 0.77% | 1.63% |
| White and Black African | 145 | 0.15% | 0.27% | 0.42% |
| Chinese | 128 | 0.13% | 0.47% | 0.75% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 104 | 0.10% | 0.11% | 0.11% |
| Indian | 98 | 0.10% | 1.03% | 3.13% |
| Roma | 59 | 0.06% | 0.10% | 0.17% |
| African | 59 | 0.06% | 0.76% | 2.50% |
| Bangladeshi | 53 | 0.05% | 0.21% | 1.08% |
| Caribbean | 40 | 0.04% | 0.30% | 1.05% |
| Arab | 36 | 0.04% | 0.18% | 0.56% |
| Pakistani | 30 | 0.03% | 0.31% | 2.66% |
| Other Black | 21 | 0.02% | 0.16% | 0.50% |