TR18 5HW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on The Strand, 0.4km from Newlyn in Newlyn. Administratively it sits within Mousehole, Newlyn & St Buryan ward and the St Ives constituency.
For renters and young professionals, TR18 5HW offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 52% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £290k, up 25.0% 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 5HW are sourced from Output Area E00096016 (shared with 28 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE STRAND, TR18 5HW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE STRAND, TR18 5HW.
205
48
£ 37,800 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TR18 5HW 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
TR18 5HW is a mixed residential postcode — average age 48, 45% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 25.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TR18 5HW. The average age is 47.9. 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
£ 245,000
6 sales · Mean £ 235,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TR18 5HW has low crime rates — 22 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 Brothers0.1 km
- Newlyn Convenience Store0.7 km
- Newlyn Harbour Farmers Market0.5 km
- Trelawney Fish0.0 km
- Newlyn Cheese And Charcuterie0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Fishermans Arms Newlyn0.5 km
- The Swordfish0.1 km
- Tolcarne Inn0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Duke Street Cafe0.1 km
- Lovetts0.2 km
- The Smugglers Restaurant0.3 km
- Aunty Mays Pasty Co0.2 km
- Mackerel Sky Seafood Bar0.2 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- China Garden0.0 km
- Warrens0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Penzance2.2 km
- St Erth10.5 km
- Lelant Saltings11.3 km
Bus Stops
- Newlyn Bridge0.1 km
- Newlyn Bridge0.1 km
- Newlyn Bridge0.2 km
- Newlyn Bridge0.2 km
- Newlyn Art Gallery0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: TR185HW · Data under Open Government Licence