Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

THE BOWJEY HILL, TR18 5LS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE BOWJEY HILL, TR18 5LS.

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Population

210

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 37,800 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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2/10
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3/10
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2/10
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6/10
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4/10
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8/10
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4/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. TR18 5LS spans multiple life stages — average age 45, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

TR18 5LS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on The Bowjey Hill, 0.3km from Gwavas Estate in Newlyn. Administratively it sits within Mousehole, Newlyn & St Buryan ward and the St Ives constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, TR18 5LS 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, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 34% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 21% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £175k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 5LS are sourced from Output Area E00096018 (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 5LS. The average age is 44.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.1%
Asian / British Asian0.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.5%
Other / Mixed2.9%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 21%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 175,000

1 sales · Mean £ 175,000

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

TR18 5LS has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences43
Other theft7
Criminal damage and arson7
Anti-social behaviour5
Public order4

school Local Schools

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Newlyn School

Good130 pupils0.8 km
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Alverton Primary School

Good387 pupils1.4 km
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St Mary's CofE Primary School, Penzance

Good137 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Harvey Brothers0.6 km
  • Newlyn Convenience Store0.2 km
  • Newlyn Harbour Farmers Market0.3 km
  • Trelawney Fish0.5 km
  • Newlyn Cheese And Charcuterie0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Fishermans Arms Newlyn0.1 km
  • The Swordfish0.6 km
  • Tolcarne Inn0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Duke Street Cafe0.6 km
  • Lovetts0.7 km
  • The Smugglers Restaurant0.2 km
  • Aunty Mays Pasty Co0.7 km
  • Mackerel Sky Seafood Bar0.7 km
  • + 4 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • China Garden0.5 km
  • Warrens0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Penzance2.5 km
  • St Erth10.8 km
  • Lelant Saltings11.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Navy Inn Court0.1 km
  • Fishermans Arms0.1 km
  • Red Lion0.1 km
  • Red Lion0.1 km
  • Chywoone Crescent0.2 km