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.
TOLVER PLACE, TR18 2AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TOLVER PLACE, TR18 2AF.
241
46
£ 34,500 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Humphry Davy School
St Mary's Catholic School, Penzance
Penwith Alternative Provision Academy
Pensans Community Primary School
Nancealverne School
St Mary's CofE Primary School, Penzance
Alverton Primary School
Heamoor Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
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, 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
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, 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
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
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Postcode Profile: TR182AF · Data under Open Government Licence