TR18 2AS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Penare Gardens, 0.6km from Chyandour in Penzance. Administratively it sits within Penzance East ward and the St Ives constituency.
For families considering a move, TR18 2AS represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £250k. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for TR18 2AS are sourced from Output Area E00095973 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PENARE GARDENS, TR18 2AS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PENARE GARDENS, TR18 2AS.
314
46
£ 35,900 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TR18 2AS 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.
Area Character
TR18 2AS is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 84% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TR18 2AS. The average age is 46.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 250,000
3 sales · Mean £ 221,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TR18 2AS has low crime rates — 49 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
St Mary's Catholic School, Penzance
Humphry Davy School
Penwith Alternative Provision Academy
Pensans Community Primary School
Nancealverne School
St Mary's CofE Primary School, Penzance
Gulval School
Alverton Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Cornish Hen0.7 km
- Harvey Brothers0.7 km
- Lavender's Delicatessen0.7 km
- Freddie's Proper Sweets And Treats0.5 km
- Freeez0.3 km
- + 10 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
6 nearby- Artist Residence - Cornish Barn0.8 km
- Chapel House PZ0.9 km
- Union Hotel0.7 km
- Easy PZ Backpackers0.3 km
- Thyme0.4 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Admiral Benbow0.8 km
- Seven Stars0.8 km
- The Star Inn0.6 km
- The Turks Head0.8 km
- Tremenheere0.6 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
60 nearby- 45 Queen Street0.8 km
- Alverne Restaurant0.6 km
- Blacks0.8 km
- Bosuns Locker Eating House0.9 km
- Colyers Cafe0.7 km
- + 55 more
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Alverton Kebab & Fried Chicken0.7 km
- Full House0.8 km
- Ali Baba0.4 km
- Rami's0.4 km
- Seaview Fish Bar0.3 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Penzance0.5 km
- St Erth8.5 km
- Lelant Saltings9.2 km
Bus Stops
- Barwis Terrace0.1 km
- Penare Terrace0.1 km
- Barwis Terrace0.1 km
- Castle Road0.1 km
- Castle Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: TR182AS · Data under Open Government Licence