TR4 8AE is a safe, established residential area located 0.2km from Porthtowan in Porthtowan. Administratively it sits within St Agnes ward and the Camborne and Redruth constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 43) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £553k, down 85.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for TR4 8AE are sourced from Output Area E00095040 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TR4 8AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TR4 8AE.
135
43
£ 45,500 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TR4 8AE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
TR4 8AE is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £553k, 68% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £553k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 85.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TR4 8AE. The average age is 43.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 595,000
9 sales · Mean £ 698,656
Flat
£ 440,000
5 sales · Mean £ 419,100
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TR4 8AE has low crime rates — 19 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.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Moomaid Of Zennor St Ives0.2 km
- Nature's Treats0.4 km
- Porthtowan Village Stores0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Unicorn On The Beach0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Blue0.2 km
- Porthtowan Beach Cafe0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Seasmiths Fish And Chips0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Redruth6.0 km
- Camborne9.3 km
- Perranwell12.1 km
Bus Stops
- Beach Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: TR48AE · Data under Open Government Licence