TR18 5EX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Malt House Gardens, 0.3km from Newlyn in Newlyn. Administratively it sits within Mousehole, Newlyn & St Buryan ward and the St Ives constituency.
For families considering a move, TR18 5EX represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 53 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £460k. 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 5EX are sourced from Output Area E00096005 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MALT HOUSE GARDENS, TR18 5EX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MALT HOUSE GARDENS, TR18 5EX.
207
53
£ 37,800 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, TR18 5EX combines high owner-occupation (71%), strong property values (£460k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £460k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TR18 5EX. The average age is 52.9. 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: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 317,500
4 sales · Mean £ 342,500
Detached
£ 285,000
1 sales · Mean £ 285,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TR18 5EX has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Newlyn School
Alverton Primary School
St Mary's CofE Primary School, Penzance
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Harvey Brothers0.4 km
- Newlyn Convenience Store0.4 km
- Newlyn Harbour Farmers Market0.2 km
- Trelawney Fish0.3 km
- Newlyn Cheese And Charcuterie0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Fishermans Arms Newlyn0.4 km
- The Swordfish0.4 km
- Tolcarne Inn0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Duke Street Cafe0.4 km
- Lovetts0.4 km
- The Smugglers Restaurant0.2 km
- Aunty Mays Pasty Co0.5 km
- Mackerel Sky Seafood Bar0.5 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- China Garden0.3 km
- Warrens0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Penzance2.5 km
- St Erth10.8 km
- Lelant Saltings11.6 km
Bus Stops
- Chywoone Hill0.2 km
- Chywoone Hill0.2 km
- Red Lion0.2 km
- Red Lion0.2 km
- Fishermans Arms0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: TR185EX · Data under Open Government Licence