TR18 2SX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on High Street, 0.2km from Penzance in Penzance. Administratively it sits within Penzance East ward and the St Ives constituency.
For renters and young professionals, TR18 2SX offers a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 46% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 109 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £205k, up 11.3% year-on-year. 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 2SX are sourced from Output Area E00095970 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGH STREET, TR18 2SX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, TR18 2SX.
237
44
£ 34,500 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TR18 2SX represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. TR18 2SX's 50% ownership and 44-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 11.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TR18 2SX. The average age is 43.6. 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
£ 185,000
15 sales · Mean £ 179,583
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around TR18 2SX is above average at 109 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
Humphry Davy School
St Mary's Catholic School, Penzance
St Mary's CofE Primary School, Penzance
Penwith Alternative Provision Academy
Pensans Community Primary School
Alverton Primary School
Nancealverne School
Heamoor Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Cornish Hen0.2 km
- Harvey Brothers0.3 km
- Lavender's Delicatessen0.2 km
- Freddie's Proper Sweets And Treats0.4 km
- Freeez0.4 km
- + 10 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
8 nearby- Artist Residence - Cornish Barn0.4 km
- Chapel House PZ0.5 km
- Queens Hotel0.7 km
- Union Hotel0.3 km
- YMCA Youth - Residential CTR0.8 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
17 nearby- Admiral Benbow0.4 km
- Alexandra Inn0.8 km
- Dolphin Tavern0.6 km
- Lugger Inn0.6 km
- Seven Stars0.3 km
- + 12 more
Restaurant, Cafe
68 nearby- 45 Queen Street0.3 km
- Alverne Restaurant0.2 km
- Blacks0.4 km
- Bosuns Locker Eating House0.5 km
- Chyance Retirement Apartments0.8 km
- + 63 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Alverton Kebab & Fried Chicken0.2 km
- Fraser's Fish And Chips0.7 km
- Full House0.3 km
- Sea Palace0.6 km
- Ali Baba0.4 km
- + 6 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Penzance0.4 km
- St Erth8.8 km
- Lelant Saltings9.5 km
Bus Stops
- Church0.1 km
- Tolver Road0.1 km
- Green Market0.2 km
- Tolver Road0.2 km
- Market Jew Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: TR182SX · Data under Open Government Licence