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Rising housing costs in Cornwall, driven by second homes and short-term lets, push young people into campers. Average home prices rose 40% in five years; camper registrations up 25% in a year.
Cornwall's housing crisis, fueled by purchases of second homes and short-term rentals, is pushing young people to live in campers. According to real estate agencies, the average home price in the region has risen by 40% over the past five years, making renting unaffordable for many.
As a result, the number of registered campers in the county has increased by 25% in a year. Those living in campers face a lack of water, safe parking spots, and uncertainty about the future.
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Rising house prices in Cornwall, driven by second homes and short-term holiday lets, are forcing young people to live in camper vans. They face challe...
Rising house prices in Cornwall, driven by second homes and short-term holiday lets, are forcing young people to live in camper vans. They face challenges finding water, safe parking, and long-term security.
Soaring property prices in Cornwall are forcing residents to turn to camper vans as permanent homes. Estate agents report a 40% increase in average ho...
Soaring property prices in Cornwall are forcing residents to turn to camper vans as permanent homes. Estate agents report a 40% increase in average house prices over five years, making renting unaffordable for many. The number of registered camper vans in the county has risen by 25% year-on-year.
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Updated: 22.08.2026
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