Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

TR18 2FH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TR18 2FH.

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Population

330

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 34,500 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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1/10
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5/10
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1/10
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7/10
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3/10
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10/10
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1/10
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3/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British96.1%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.9%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 20%
Unemployed: 4%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences237
Anti-social behaviour199
Criminal damage and arson80
Shoplifting80
Public order60

school Local Schools

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St Mary's CofE Primary School, Penzance

Good137 pupils0.5 km
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St Mary's Catholic School, Penzance

Good174 pupils0.8 km
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Humphry Davy School

Good857 pupils0.8 km
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Alverton Primary School

Good387 pupils1.0 km
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Penwith Alternative Provision Academy

Inadequate13 pupils1.0 km
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Pensans Community Primary School

Good223 pupils1.0 km
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Nancealverne School

Good89 pupils1.2 km
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Newlyn School

Good130 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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

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
local_bar

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

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
fastfood

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