Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

POLWITHEN ROAD, TR18 4JW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for POLWITHEN ROAD, TR18 4JW.

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Population

485

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 35,900 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TR18 4JW 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.

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6/10
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4/10
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4/10
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4/10
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4/10
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5/10
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8/10
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5/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, TR18 4JW combines high owner-occupation (60%), strong property values (£505k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £505k.

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

TR18 4JW is a mixed residential area on Polwithen Road, 0.1km from Polwithen in Penzance. Administratively it sits within Penzance Promenade ward and the St Ives constituency.

For families considering a move, TR18 4JW represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a large scale education character: large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. An average age of 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 58 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £505k.

Census 2021 statistics for TR18 4JW are sourced from Output Area E00095969 (shared with 48 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 4JW. 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

White / British95.1%
Asian / British Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.3%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 505,000

2 sales · Mean £ 505,000

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

Crime around TR18 4JW is moderate at 58 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 offences83
Anti-social behaviour54
Criminal damage and arson26
Public order13
Other theft12

school Local Schools

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Pensans Community Primary School

Good223 pupils0.5 km
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Alverton Primary School

Good387 pupils0.7 km
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Nancealverne School

Good89 pupils0.7 km
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Humphry Davy School

Good857 pupils0.7 km
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St Mary's CofE Primary School, Penzance

Good137 pupils0.8 km
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St Mary's Catholic School, Penzance

Good174 pupils0.9 km
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Penwith Alternative Provision Academy

Inadequate13 pupils1.0 km
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Heamoor Community Primary School

Good183 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

14 nearby
  • Cornish Hen0.6 km
  • Harvey Brothers0.7 km
  • Lavender's Delicatessen0.5 km
  • Freddie's Proper Sweets And Treats0.9 km
  • Freeez1.0 km
  • + 9 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

8 nearby
  • Artist Residence - Cornish Barn0.9 km
  • Chapel House PZ1.0 km
  • Queens Hotel0.9 km
  • Union Hotel0.8 km
  • YMCA Youth - Residential CTR0.4 km
  • + 3 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

15 nearby
  • Admiral Benbow0.9 km
  • Alexandra Inn0.6 km
  • Lugger Inn0.9 km
  • Seven Stars0.7 km
  • The Navy Inn0.9 km
  • + 10 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

60 nearby
  • 45 Queen Street0.7 km
  • Alverne Restaurant0.5 km
  • Blacks0.8 km
  • Chyance Retirement Apartments0.6 km
  • Colyers Cafe0.8 km
  • + 55 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Alverton Kebab & Fried Chicken0.5 km
  • Fraser's Fish And Chips0.8 km
  • Full House0.7 km
  • Ali Baba0.9 km
  • Rami's0.9 km
  • + 4 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Penzance1.0 km
  • St Erth9.3 km
  • Lelant Saltings10.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Top of Alexandra Road0.3 km
  • St Claire's0.3 km
  • Alexandra Road0.3 km
  • Alexandra Road0.3 km
  • Penalverne Place0.3 km