TR18 2FH is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.2km from Penzance in Penzance. Administratively it sits within Penzance East ward and the St Ives constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, TR18 2FH is a dynamic young family area with frequent movers and a mix of backgrounds. The daytime character shifts — traditional high streets with some larger stores, mostly employees. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 43% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 20% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 125 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. 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 2FH are sourced from Output Area E00095986 (shared with 40 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TR18 2FH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TR18 2FH.
330
46
£ 34,500 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TR18 2FH 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
TR18 2FH has a significant social housing presence — 43% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TR18 2FH. The average age is 46.1. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around TR18 2FH is above average at 125 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 CofE Primary School, Penzance
St Mary's Catholic School, Penzance
Humphry Davy School
Alverton Primary School
Penwith Alternative Provision Academy
Pensans Community Primary School
Nancealverne School
Newlyn School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Cornish Hen0.1 km
- Harvey Brothers0.1 km
- Lavender's Delicatessen0.2 km
- Freddie's Proper Sweets And Treats0.3 km
- Freeez0.5 km
- + 8 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
8 nearby- Artist Residence - Cornish Barn0.2 km
- Chapel House PZ0.3 km
- Queens Hotel0.5 km
- Union Hotel0.1 km
- YMCA Youth - Residential CTR0.9 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
17 nearby- Admiral Benbow0.2 km
- Alexandra Inn0.7 km
- Dolphin Tavern0.4 km
- Lugger Inn0.4 km
- Seven Stars0.1 km
- + 12 more
Restaurant, Cafe
66 nearby- 45 Queen Street0.1 km
- Alverne Restaurant0.2 km
- Blacks0.2 km
- Bosuns Locker Eating House0.3 km
- Chyance Retirement Apartments0.7 km
- + 61 more
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Alverton Kebab & Fried Chicken0.2 km
- Fraser's Fish And Chips0.5 km
- Full House0.1 km
- Sea Palace0.4 km
- Ali Baba0.4 km
- + 5 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Penzance0.5 km
- St Erth8.8 km
- Lelant Saltings9.6 km
Bus Stops
- Green Market0.1 km
- Market Jew Street0.1 km
- Market Jew Street0.2 km
- Church0.2 km
- Adelaide Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: TR182FH · Data under Open Government Licence