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Rising house prices in Cornwall, driven by second homes and short-term lets, are forcing young people into campervans. Average home prices have risen 40% in five years, and registered campervans are up 25% in a year. A survey found 32% of Britons living with parents would consider van life.
The housing crisis in Cornwall, caused by the purchase of homes for second residences and short-term rentals, has created a van life generation. Young people are moving into campervans, facing shortages of water, safe parking spots, and an uncertain future.
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 campervans in the county has increased by 25% in a year.
A Cazoo study found that 32% of Britons living with their parents are ready to move into a campervan. 41% of Generation Z are considering or have already tried this lifestyle. 7% of all Britons have already lived in a campervan, and a third know someone who has. The main reasons are rising rents (42%) and the desire to travel (42%).
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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.
Research by Cazoo reveals that 32% of British adults living with parents would consider moving into a van. Among Gen Z, 41% have tried or would consid...
Research by Cazoo reveals that 32% of British adults living with parents would consider moving into a van. Among Gen Z, 41% have tried or would consider van life. 7% of all Brits have already lived in a van, and a third know someone who has. Key drivers include rising rents (42%) and desire for travel (42%).
Updated: 20.06.2026
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