Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

WHEAL PLENTY, TR16 4BN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WHEAL PLENTY, TR16 4BN.

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Population

503

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 35,400 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TR16 4BN represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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10/10
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5/10
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2/10
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7/10
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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
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6/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 62% owner-occupation and average age 45, TR16 4BN has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. 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 4BN is a mixed residential area on Wheal Plenty, 0.1km from Wheal Plenty in Cornwall. Administratively it sits within Redruth North ward and the Camborne and Redruth constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.



Census 2021 statistics for TR16 4BN are sourced from Output Area E00095483 (shared with 22 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 4BN. The average age is 44.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.4%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.2%
Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Etheringtons Farm Shop0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Globe Vale Holiday Park0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Redruth3.3 km
  • Camborne8.2 km
  • Perranwell9.1 km