TR16 4DS is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Paynters Lane, 0.2km from Paynter's Lane End in Pool and Illogan. Administratively it sits within Illogan & Portreath ward and the Camborne and Redruth constituency.
For families considering a move, TR16 4DS represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 49 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £145k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 24.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for TR16 4DS are sourced from Output Area E00095385 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PAYNTERS LANE, TR16 4DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PAYNTERS LANE, TR16 4DS.
294
49
£ 42,300 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TR16 4DS falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates TR16 4DS — age 49, 81% ownership, 18% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 24.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TR16 4DS. The average age is 48.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 137,000
3 sales · Mean £ 131,333
Terraced
£ 157,250
2 sales · Mean £ 157,250
Detached
£ 282,500
2 sales · Mean £ 282,500
Semi-Detached
£ 140,000
1 sales · Mean £ 140,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TR16 4DS has low crime rates — 18 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
Illogan School
Treloweth Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Park Bottom Stores0.8 km
- Illogan Stores0.0 km
- Morrisons Daily0.2 km
- The Cornish Oven0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- New Inn1.0 km
- The Robartes Arms0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Illogan Kebab House0.0 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Manha Spice House0.0 km
- Cousin Jacks0.4 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Aviary Court Hotel0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Redruth3.2 km
- Camborne4.4 km
- Perranwell11.5 km
Bus Stops
- Robartes Arms0.1 km
- Paynters Lane End0.1 km
- Paynters Lane End0.1 km
- Robartes Arms0.2 km
- Treforthlan0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: TR164DS · Data under Open Government Licence