Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

THE OLD WORKHOUSES, TR16 4AE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE OLD WORKHOUSES, TR16 4AE.

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Population

387

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 35,400 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TR16 4AE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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6/10
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5/10
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2/10
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5/10
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6/10
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3/10
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6/10
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5/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 58% owner-occupation and average age 42, TR16 4AE has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £168k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

TR16 4AE is a safe, established residential area on The Old Workhouses, 0.4km from Country, North in Cornwall. Administratively it sits within Redruth North ward and the Camborne and Redruth constituency.

For families considering a move, TR16 4AE represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £168k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for TR16 4AE are sourced from Output Area E00095472 (shared with 15 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 TR16 4AE. The average age is 41.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 129,000

4 sales · Mean £ 148,875

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

TR16 4AE has low crime rates — 34 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences25
Shoplifting10
Anti-social behaviour6
Other theft6
Criminal damage and arson4

school Local Schools

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Treleigh Community Primary School

Outstanding313 pupils0.8 km
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Curnow School

Outstanding93 pupils1.0 km
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Pennoweth Primary School

Good333 pupils1.2 km
S

Redruth School

Good1386 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Cornish Pantry Restaurant1.0 km
  • CH & Co, Pall Redruth0.9 km
  • Jenn's Diner0.5 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • The Cornish Food Box Company Ltd0.9 km
  • The Funky Brownie Co0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Treleigh Arms0.8 km
  • Redruth R F C1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Kaarma0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Redruth1.6 km
  • Camborne6.1 km
  • Perranwell9.3 km

Bus Stops

  • North Country Garage0.0 km
  • Corner Cottage0.2 km
  • Corner Cottage0.2 km
  • Top of Basset Road0.2 km
  • Top of Basset Road0.2 km