TR18 2DE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Penlee Street, 0.5km from Penzance in Penzance. Administratively it sits within Penzance East ward and the St Ives constituency.
For renters and young professionals, TR18 2DE 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. An average age of 39 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 47% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 102 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £183k, down 17.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for TR18 2DE are sourced from Output Area E00095978 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PENLEE STREET, TR18 2DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PENLEE STREET, TR18 2DE.
243
39
£ 34,500 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TR18 2DE 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 53% owner-occupation and average age 39, TR18 2DE 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. Property prices are trending down 17.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TR18 2DE. The average age is 38.8. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 151,250
14 sales · Mean £ 162,053
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around TR18 2DE is above average at 102 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
St Mary's CofE Primary School, Penzance
Nancealverne School
Alverton Primary School
Gulval School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Cornish Hen0.4 km
- Harvey Brothers0.5 km
- Lavender's Delicatessen0.5 km
- Freddie's Proper Sweets And Treats0.3 km
- Freeez0.2 km
- + 10 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
7 nearby- Artist Residence - Cornish Barn0.6 km
- Chapel House PZ0.6 km
- Queens Hotel0.9 km
- Union Hotel0.5 km
- Easy PZ Backpackers0.3 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
16 nearby- Admiral Benbow0.6 km
- Dolphin Tavern0.7 km
- Lugger Inn0.9 km
- Seven Stars0.5 km
- The Dock Inn0.7 km
- + 11 more
Restaurant, Cafe
66 nearby- 45 Queen Street0.5 km
- Alverne Restaurant0.4 km
- Blacks0.6 km
- Bosuns Locker Eating House0.7 km
- Colyers Cafe0.5 km
- + 61 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Alverton Kebab & Fried Chicken0.5 km
- Fraser's Fish And Chips1.0 km
- Full House0.5 km
- Sea Palace0.7 km
- Ali Baba0.2 km
- + 6 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Penzance0.3 km
- St Erth8.6 km
- Lelant Saltings9.3 km
Bus Stops
- Adelaide Street0.2 km
- East Terrace0.2 km
- Tolver Road0.2 km
- Tolver Road0.2 km
- Barwis Terrace0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: TR182DE · Data under Open Government Licence