Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

ST MICHAELS STREET, TR18 2DG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST MICHAELS STREET, TR18 2DG.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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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 2DG 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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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

TR18 2DG is an established family neighbourhood — 53% owner-occupation and an average age of 39 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 12.2% year-on-year.

home £226,000 median price shield Safety 1/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

TR18 2DG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on St Michaels Street, 0.6km from Penzance in Penzance. Administratively it sits within Penzance East ward and the St Ives constituency.

For renters and young professionals, TR18 2DG offers a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 47% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 84 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £226k, up 12.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for TR18 2DG 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 2DG. 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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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 174,975

12 sales · Mean £ 192,254

Detached

£ 147,000

1 sales · Mean £ 147,000

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

Crime around TR18 2DG is moderate at 84 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 offences187
Anti-social behaviour118
Shoplifting67
Criminal damage and arson59
Public order48

school Local Schools

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St Mary's Catholic School, Penzance

Good174 pupils0.2 km
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Humphry Davy School

Good857 pupils0.4 km
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Penwith Alternative Provision Academy

Inadequate13 pupils0.5 km
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Pensans Community Primary School

Good223 pupils0.8 km
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St Mary's CofE Primary School, Penzance

Good137 pupils1.0 km
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Nancealverne School

Good89 pupils1.0 km
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Gulval School

Good216 pupils1.3 km
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Alverton Primary School

Good387 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • Cornish Hen0.5 km
  • Harvey Brothers0.6 km
  • Lavender's Delicatessen0.6 km
  • Freddie's Proper Sweets And Treats0.4 km
  • Freeez0.2 km
  • + 10 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

6 nearby
  • Artist Residence - Cornish Barn0.7 km
  • Chapel House PZ0.7 km
  • Union Hotel0.6 km
  • Easy PZ Backpackers0.2 km
  • Thyme0.3 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

16 nearby
  • Admiral Benbow0.7 km
  • Dolphin Tavern0.8 km
  • Lugger Inn1.0 km
  • Seven Stars0.6 km
  • The Dock Inn0.8 km
  • + 11 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

65 nearby
  • 45 Queen Street0.6 km
  • Alverne Restaurant0.5 km
  • Blacks0.7 km
  • Bosuns Locker Eating House0.8 km
  • Colyers Cafe0.6 km
  • + 60 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Alverton Kebab & Fried Chicken0.6 km
  • Full House0.6 km
  • Sea Palace0.8 km
  • Ali Baba0.3 km
  • Rami's0.3 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Penzance0.3 km
  • St Erth8.5 km
  • Lelant Saltings9.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Penare Terrace0.1 km
  • Barwis Terrace0.1 km
  • Barwis Terrace0.1 km
  • Castle Road0.2 km
  • Castle Road0.2 km