Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

THE BEACON, TR11 2BE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE BEACON, TR11 2BE.

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Population

313

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 35,700 /yr

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Employed

36%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: TR11 2BE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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5/10
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4/10
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2/10
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7/10
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1/10
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10/10
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2/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 40% of tenure in TR11 2BE — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 36-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

TR11 2BE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on The Beacon, 0.2km from Beacon, The in Falmouth. Administratively it sits within Falmouth Penwerris ward and the Truro and Falmouth constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, TR11 2BE is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. During the day, traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. A balanced community with an average age of 36 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 40% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 21% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 78 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for TR11 2BE are sourced from Output Area E00095107 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TR11 2BE. The average age is 36.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.1%
Asian / British Asian5.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed5.4%

Economic Activity

36%Active
FT: 21%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around TR11 2BE is moderate at 78 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences137
Anti-social behaviour103
Criminal damage and arson44
Other theft36
Shoplifting36

school Local Schools

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Falmouth Primary Academy

Good273 pupils0.2 km
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Flushing School

Good93 pupils0.9 km
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King Charles Church of England Primary School

Good411 pupils1.0 km
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Marlborough School

Good207 pupils1.2 km
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Falmouth School

Requires Improvement987 pupils1.4 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Falmouth

Outstanding215 pupils1.4 km
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St Francis CofE Primary School

Good422 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

22 nearby
  • The Front1.0 km
  • Oddfellows Arms0.9 km
  • Quayside Inn1.0 km
  • Chain Locker0.9 km
  • Seaview Inn0.7 km
  • + 17 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • Harbour Lights1.0 km
  • Castle Beach Cafe0.9 km
  • Dog & Smuggler Tuck Shop1.0 km
  • Penmere Fish Bar0.8 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.4 km
  • + 8 more
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Retailers - Other

21 nearby
  • Oggies Cornish Kitchen1.0 km
  • Roses News0.6 km
  • A Gift From Cornwall0.8 km
  • Falmouth Fishmongers0.9 km
  • Rolys Fudge Pantry0.7 km
  • + 16 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • Ambleside Guesthouse0.7 km
  • Merchants Manor0.9 km
  • Broadmead Hotel0.4 km
  • Greenbank Hotel And Working Boat Pub0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

66 nearby
  • Amanzi Restaurant0.9 km
  • Balti Curries0.9 km
  • Bodega 180.9 km
  • Culture Restaurant0.9 km
  • Emanuel Baptist Church1.0 km
  • + 61 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Falmouth0.9 km
  • Penmere1.0 km
  • Falmouth Town1.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Beacon School0.1 km
  • Beacon School0.1 km
  • Lighthouse Childrens Centre0.2 km
  • Trevethen Close0.2 km
  • Penwerris Post Office0.3 km