Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

ST FRANCIS STREET, TR18 2DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST FRANCIS STREET, TR18 2DP.

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Population

303

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 34,500 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TR18 2DP 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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1/10
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5/10
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2/10
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7/10
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3/10
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10/10
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4/10
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7/10
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Area Character

TR18 2DP is an established family neighbourhood — 56% owner-occupation and an average age of 45 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.

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

TR18 2DP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on St Francis Street, 0.6km from Penzance in Penzance. Administratively it sits within Penzance East ward and the St Ives constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a rural with mining or quarrying zone — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Residents average 45 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 42% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 71 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £185k.

Census 2021 statistics for TR18 2DP are sourced from Output Area E00095977 (shared with 10 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 TR18 2DP. The average age is 45.0. 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 Asian1.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 163,950

9 sales · Mean £ 164,383

Semi-Detached

£ 148,000

1 sales · Mean £ 148,000

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

Crime around TR18 2DP is moderate at 71 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 offences169
Anti-social behaviour88
Shoplifting55
Criminal damage and arson54
Public order35

school Local Schools

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St Mary's Catholic School, Penzance

Good174 pupils0.2 km
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Humphry Davy School

Good857 pupils0.3 km
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Penwith Alternative Provision Academy

Inadequate13 pupils0.4 km
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Pensans Community Primary School

Good223 pupils0.8 km
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Nancealverne School

Good89 pupils1.0 km
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St Mary's CofE Primary School, Penzance

Good137 pupils1.1 km
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Gulval School

Good216 pupils1.3 km
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Alverton Primary School

Good387 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • Cornish Hen0.6 km
  • Harvey Brothers0.7 km
  • Lavender's Delicatessen0.6 km
  • Freddie's Proper Sweets And Treats0.5 km
  • Freeez0.3 km
  • + 10 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

6 nearby
  • Artist Residence - Cornish Barn0.8 km
  • Chapel House PZ0.8 km
  • Union Hotel0.7 km
  • Easy PZ Backpackers0.3 km
  • Thyme0.4 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

15 nearby
  • Admiral Benbow0.7 km
  • Dolphin Tavern0.9 km
  • Seven Stars0.7 km
  • The Dock Inn0.9 km
  • The Navy Inn1.0 km
  • + 10 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

64 nearby
  • 45 Queen Street0.7 km
  • Alverne Restaurant0.6 km
  • Blacks0.7 km
  • Bosuns Locker Eating House0.8 km
  • Colyers Cafe0.7 km
  • + 59 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Alverton Kebab & Fried Chicken0.6 km
  • Full House0.7 km
  • Sea Palace0.9 km
  • Ali Baba0.4 km
  • Rami's0.4 km
  • + 5 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Penzance0.4 km
  • St Erth8.5 km
  • Lelant Saltings9.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Barwis Terrace0.0 km
  • Barwis Terrace0.1 km
  • Penare Terrace0.1 km
  • Tremenhere Road0.2 km
  • Tremenhere Road0.2 km