Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

PEN AN GWEL, TR26 1DL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PEN AN GWEL, TR26 1DL.

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Population

311

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 37,300 /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: TR26 1DL 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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6/10
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2/10
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3/10
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3/10
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3/10
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10/10
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6/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. TR26 1DL's 68% ownership and 46-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. £334k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

TR26 1DL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Pen An Gwel, 0.2km from Nanjivey in St Ives (Cornwall). Administratively it sits within St Ives West & Towednack ward and the St Ives constituency.

For families considering a move, TR26 1DL represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 46 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 68% 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: Average house prices are around £334k.

Census 2021 statistics for TR26 1DL are sourced from Output Area E00096043 (shared with 11 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 TR26 1DL. The average age is 45.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.8%
Asian / British Asian1.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.9%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 24%
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.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 334,000

1 sales · Mean £ 334,000

Terraced

£ 168,500

2 sales · Mean £ 168,500

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

TR26 1DL has low crime rates — 28 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 offences72
Anti-social behaviour9
Criminal damage and arson8
Other theft7
Other crime4

school Local Schools

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St Ives Junior School

Outstanding244 pupils0.2 km
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St Ives Infant School

Good172 pupils0.3 km
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St Ives School

Good614 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

7 nearby
  • Tregenna Castle Hotel0.9 km
  • H F Holidays0.7 km
  • Harbour View House0.9 km
  • St Ives Bay Hotel0.9 km
  • St Ives Harbour Hotel & Spa0.9 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

22 nearby
  • St Ives Community Orchard0.2 km
  • Beer & Bird1.0 km
  • Cornish Bakery1.0 km
  • Crafted Coffee0.9 km
  • Fire House Bar And Grill1.0 km
  • + 17 more
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Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Sharkys Fish & Chips0.4 km
  • St Ives Pizza Company0.4 km
  • Delices Du Monde0.8 km
  • Hong Kong Kitchen0.8 km
  • King Kebab & Spice Centre0.8 km
  • + 2 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • The Castle Inn1.0 km
  • The Union Inn1.0 km
  • St Ives Royal British Legion0.2 km
  • St Ives Rugby Football Club0.5 km
  • The Golden Lion0.9 km
  • + 2 more
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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Carnellis Stores0.4 km
  • Cornwall's Chocolate Cove0.8 km
  • Harvey Brothers0.8 km
  • St Ives Community Foodshare0.5 km
  • The Makers0.8 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-Operative0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • St Ives0.9 km
  • Carbis Bay2.1 km
  • Lelant4.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Opp Gwel an Wheal Crescent0.0 km
  • Gwel an Wheal Crescent0.1 km
  • Penwith Road0.1 km
  • Penwith Road0.1 km
  • Porthia Road0.1 km