TR18 5EY is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Boskernick Close, 0.1km from Faugan in Newlyn. Administratively it sits within Mousehole, Newlyn & St Buryan ward and the St Ives constituency.
For families considering a move, TR18 5EY represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 50) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £238k, down 1.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for TR18 5EY are sourced from Output Area E00096008 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BOSKERNICK CLOSE, TR18 5EY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BOSKERNICK CLOSE, TR18 5EY.
270
50
£ 37,800 /yr
47%
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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
TR18 5EY is a mixed residential postcode — average age 50, 85% 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 5EY. The average age is 50.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 238,750
2 sales · Mean £ 238,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TR18 5EY has low crime rates — 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Newlyn School
Alverton Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Harvey Brothers0.7 km
- Newlyn Convenience Store0.4 km
- Newlyn Harbour Farmers Market0.2 km
- Trelawney Fish0.6 km
- Newlyn Cheese And Charcuterie0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Fishermans Arms Newlyn0.6 km
- The Swordfish0.7 km
- Tolcarne Inn0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Duke Street Cafe0.7 km
- Lovetts0.7 km
- The Smugglers Restaurant0.4 km
- Aunty Mays Pasty Co0.7 km
- Mackerel Sky Seafood Bar0.8 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- China Garden0.6 km
- Warrens0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Penzance2.8 km
- St Erth11.1 km
- Lelant Saltings11.9 km
Bus Stops
- Chywoone Hill0.1 km
- Chywoone Hill0.1 km
- Gwavas Crossroads0.1 km
- Gwavas Cross Roads0.2 km
- Forbes Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: TR185EY · Data under Open Government Licence