Is TR20 8BS a safe place to live?

Yes, TR20 8BS is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 8 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in TR20 8BS?

The average property price in TR20 8BS is currently around £207k.

What is the population of TR20 8BS?

The population for the TR20 8BS area is approximately 273 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

TR20 8BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TR20 8BS.

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Population

273

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 42,900 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10

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7/10

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2/10

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5/10

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5/10

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5/10

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4/10

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9/10

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1/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates TR20 8BS — age 45, 88% ownership, 9% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

TR20 8BS is a safe, established residential area located 0.1km from Whitecross in Canon's Town. Administratively it sits within St Ives East, Lelant & Carbis Bay ward and the St Ives constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £207k.

Census 2021 statistics for TR20 8BS are sourced from Output Area E00095923 (shared with 13 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 TR20 8BS. The average age is 45.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.4%

Asian / British Asian0.7%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

51%Active

FT: 31%

Unemployed: 2%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 162,000

11 sales · Mean £ 174,772

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

TR20 8BS has low crime rates — 8 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.

Violence and sexual offences2

Anti-social behaviour1

Other crime1

train Transport Links

Train Stations

St Erth2.3 km
Lelant Saltings3.1 km
Lelant3.6 km

Bus Stops

Bus Shelter0.0 km
Bus Shelter0.1 km
Cockwells Turn0.4 km
Cockwells Turn0.4 km