Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

PENLEE STREET, TR18 2DE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PENLEE STREET, TR18 2DE.

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Population

243

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 34,500 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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1/10
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1/10
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6/10
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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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10/10
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4/10
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9/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British96.3%
Asian / British Asian1.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.1%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 4%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences233
Anti-social behaviour175
Shoplifting81
Criminal damage and arson71
Public order56

school Local Schools

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St Mary's Catholic School, Penzance

Good174 pupils0.4 km
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Humphry Davy School

Good857 pupils0.5 km
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Penwith Alternative Provision Academy

Inadequate13 pupils0.6 km
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Pensans Community Primary School

Good223 pupils0.9 km
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St Mary's CofE Primary School, Penzance

Good137 pupils0.9 km
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Nancealverne School

Good89 pupils1.1 km
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Alverton Primary School

Good387 pupils1.3 km
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Gulval School

Good216 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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

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
local_bar

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

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
fastfood

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