Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

TR18 4RU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TR18 4RU.

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Population

274

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 35,900 /yr

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Employed

31%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TR18 4RU 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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5/10
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2/10
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5/10
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2/10
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6/10
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2/10
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8/10
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3/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 48% of tenure in TR18 4RU — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

TR18 4RU is a safe, established residential area located 0.5km from Alverton in Penzance. Administratively it sits within Penzance Promenade ward and the St Ives constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, TR18 4RU is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 48 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 48% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 18% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for TR18 4RU are sourced from Output Area E00095957 (shared with 18 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 4RU. The average age is 47.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.3%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.3%

Economic Activity

31%Active
FT: 18%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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

TR18 4RU has low crime rates — 24 incidents 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 offences38
Anti-social behaviour7
Other theft5
Criminal damage and arson4
Drugs3

school Local Schools

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Alverton Primary School

Good387 pupils0.5 km
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Newlyn School

Good130 pupils0.8 km
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St Mary's CofE Primary School, Penzance

Good137 pupils1.1 km
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Pensans Community Primary School

Good223 pupils1.2 km
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Nancealverne School

Good89 pupils1.2 km
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Heamoor Community Primary School

Good183 pupils1.3 km
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Humphry Davy School

Good857 pupils1.5 km
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Mounts Bay Academy

Good997 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Harvey Brothers0.9 km
  • Pauls Bread0.8 km
  • Newlyn Cheese And Charcuterie0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Swordfish1.0 km
  • Tolcarne Inn0.9 km
  • Alexandra Inn0.8 km
  • The Pirate Inn0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Duke Street Cafe1.0 km
  • Lovetts0.9 km
  • Polgoon Vineyard And Orchard Shop And Cafe0.7 km
  • Aunty Mays Pasty Co0.8 km
  • Chyance Retirement Apartments0.8 km
  • + 6 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Warrens0.9 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Youth Hostels Association0.6 km
  • YMCA Youth - Residential CTR0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Penzance1.8 km
  • St Erth10.2 km
  • Lelant Saltings10.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Rope Walk0.1 km
  • Rope Walk0.1 km
  • The Steps0.2 km
  • Lansdowne Road0.2 km
  • Lansdowne Road0.2 km