TR18 2AN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Kia Ora Villas, 0.6km from Penzance in Penzance. Administratively it sits within Penzance East ward and the St Ives constituency.
For renters and young professionals, TR18 2AN offers a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 45 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 42% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 68 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for TR18 2AN are sourced from Output Area E00095977 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
KIA ORA VILLAS, TR18 2AN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KIA ORA VILLAS, TR18 2AN.
303
45
£ 34,500 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TR18 2AN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. 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 56% owner-occupation and average age 45, TR18 2AN has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TR18 2AN. The average age is 45.0. 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. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around TR18 2AN is moderate at 68 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
St Mary's Catholic School, Penzance
Humphry Davy School
Penwith Alternative Provision Academy
Pensans Community Primary School
Nancealverne School
St Mary's CofE Primary School, Penzance
Alverton Primary School
Gulval School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Cornish Hen0.6 km
- Harvey Brothers0.7 km
- Lavender's Delicatessen0.6 km
- Freddie's Proper Sweets And Treats0.5 km
- Freeez0.3 km
- + 10 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
6 nearby- Artist Residence - Cornish Barn0.8 km
- Chapel House PZ0.8 km
- Union Hotel0.7 km
- Easy PZ Backpackers0.3 km
- Thyme0.4 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
15 nearby- Admiral Benbow0.7 km
- Dolphin Tavern0.9 km
- Seven Stars0.7 km
- The Dock Inn0.9 km
- The Navy Inn1.0 km
- + 10 more
Restaurant, Cafe
64 nearby- 45 Queen Street0.7 km
- Alverne Restaurant0.5 km
- Blacks0.7 km
- Bosuns Locker Eating House0.8 km
- Colyers Cafe0.7 km
- + 59 more
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Alverton Kebab & Fried Chicken0.6 km
- Full House0.7 km
- Sea Palace0.9 km
- Ali Baba0.4 km
- Rami's0.4 km
- + 5 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Penzance0.4 km
- St Erth8.6 km
- Lelant Saltings9.3 km
Bus Stops
- Barwis Terrace0.0 km
- Barwis Terrace0.1 km
- Tremenhere Road0.1 km
- Tremenhere Road0.2 km
- Penare Terrace0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: TR182AN · Data under Open Government Licence