TR1 2FJ is a safe, established residential area on Fordh Talgarrek, 0.8km from Calenick in Truro. Administratively it sits within Truro Boscawen & Redannick ward and the Truro and Falmouth constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. It has a young, student-heavy population (average age 26) — lively, but with high tenant turnover. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £326k, down 22.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for TR1 2FJ are sourced from Output Area E00182759 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FORDH TALGARREK, TR1 2FJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FORDH TALGARREK, TR1 2FJ.
465
26
£ 44,900 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. TR1 2FJ spans multiple life stages — average age 26, moderate ownership and renting. £326k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 22.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TR1 2FJ. The average age is 26.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Youthful and energetic. The demographic is characterized by a high concentration of young adults and early-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 257,995
11 sales · Mean £ 230,401
Detached
£ 340,000
7 sales · Mean £ 324,285
Semi-Detached
£ 263,497
24 sales · Mean £ 279,842
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TR1 2FJ has low crime rates — 22 incidents 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.
school Local Schools
Bosvigo School
Community & Hospital Education Service Ap Academy
Truro Learning Academy
Kea Community Primary School
Truro Nursery School
St Mary's CofE School, Truro
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Sushi Gourmet0.9 km
- Big International1.0 km
- La Pineta Italian Deli1.0 km
- Lawrance's Bakery1.0 km
- Warrens Bakery Limited1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Donnington0.6 km
- Merchant House Hotel0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
22 nearby- Hooked0.9 km
- Proper Job0.9 km
- Truro Tandoori0.8 km
- The Old Cheese Shop1.0 km
- Ask Italian0.9 km
- + 17 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsburys0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Lunchbox1.0 km
- Blend 710.9 km
- Central Grill0.9 km
- Fusion Grill Created By Nazim0.9 km
- Gandhi0.9 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- On The Boards0.9 km
- William IV1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Truro1.0 km
- Perranwell5.7 km
- Penryn10.1 km
Bus Stops
- Green Lane0.1 km
- Green Lane0.1 km
- Merchant House0.3 km
- Merchant House0.3 km
- High School0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: TR12FJ · Data under Open Government Licence