Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

TOLVER PLACE, TR18 2AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TOLVER PLACE, TR18 2AF.

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Population

241

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 34,500 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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2/10
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6/10
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3/10
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6/10
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4/10
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10/10
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5/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 58% owner-occupation and average age 46, TR18 2AF has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £350k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

TR18 2AF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Tolver Place, 0.5km from Penzance in Penzance. Administratively it sits within Penzance East ward and the St Ives constituency.

For families considering a move, TR18 2AF represents an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £350k. 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 2AF are sourced from Output Area E00095962 (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 2AF. The average age is 46.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.3%
Asian / British Asian2.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 265,000

1 sales · Mean £ 265,000

Semi-Detached

£ 435,000

1 sales · Mean £ 435,000

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

Crime around TR18 2AF is moderate at 53 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 offences163
Anti-social behaviour71
Criminal damage and arson48
Public order23
Shoplifting19

school Local Schools

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Humphry Davy School

Good857 pupils0.2 km
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St Mary's Catholic School, Penzance

Good174 pupils0.3 km
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Penwith Alternative Provision Academy

Inadequate13 pupils0.4 km
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Pensans Community Primary School

Good223 pupils0.6 km
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Nancealverne School

Good89 pupils0.8 km
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St Mary's CofE Primary School, Penzance

Good137 pupils1.0 km
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Alverton Primary School

Good387 pupils1.2 km
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Heamoor Community Primary School

Good183 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • Cornish Hen0.6 km
  • Harvey Brothers0.7 km
  • Lavender's Delicatessen0.5 km
  • Freddie's Proper Sweets And Treats0.6 km
  • Freeez0.4 km
  • + 10 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

7 nearby
  • Artist Residence - Cornish Barn0.8 km
  • Chapel House PZ0.8 km
  • Union Hotel0.7 km
  • YMCA Youth - Residential CTR0.9 km
  • Easy PZ Backpackers0.5 km
  • + 2 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

16 nearby
  • Admiral Benbow0.8 km
  • Dolphin Tavern1.0 km
  • Lugger Inn1.0 km
  • Seven Stars0.7 km
  • The Dock Inn1.0 km
  • + 11 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

62 nearby
  • 45 Queen Street0.7 km
  • Alverne Restaurant0.5 km
  • Blacks0.8 km
  • Bosuns Locker Eating House0.9 km
  • Colyers Cafe0.7 km
  • + 57 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Alverton Kebab & Fried Chicken0.5 km
  • Full House0.7 km
  • Sea Palace1.0 km
  • Ali Baba0.5 km
  • Rami's0.5 km
  • + 5 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Penzance0.6 km
  • St Erth8.7 km
  • Lelant Saltings9.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Tremenhere Road0.0 km
  • Tremenhere Road0.0 km
  • Humphry Davy School0.1 km
  • Humphry Davy School0.2 km
  • Barwis Terrace0.2 km