179,084TOTAL POPULATION
78,116HOUSEHOLDS
3.3%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£36,400AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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TR1 POSTCODE REGION

Truro (TR1)

The TR1 postcode area is located in the Truro postcode town region, within the county of Cornwall, and contains a total of 1240 individual postcodes.

There are 12 electoral wards in the TR1 postcode area, including Camborne, Falmouth, Hayle, Helston, Isles Of Scilly, Marazion, Newquay, Penryn, Penzance, Perranporth, Redruth, St Agnes, St Columb, St Ives, Truro which come under the local authority of the Cornwall,Isles of Scilly Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 26% of people in TR1 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of TR1 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


TR1 postcode is an area of Truro (Cornwall, UK) which falls under the Royal Mail's Truro post town. TR1 postcode area is an almost circular patch bounded by the A390 Falmouth Road to the south, the A30 Penzance Road to the west and the A390 Victoria Road to the north. It is also bordered to the east by the Truro rivers. It is comprised of two postcode districts, TR1 1 and TR1 2.

The TR1 postcode area is home to a diverse mixture of residential and commercial properties. It contains mostly traditional terraced and semi-detached housing in the city centre as well as modern housing developments. There is also a mix of student properties, shopping centres, pubs and restaurants in the area.

The TR1 district is in close proximity to many of the attractions that Truro, and Cornwall, has to offer. It is within easy reach of the picturesque waterfront, the Royal Cornwall Museum, and the sailing, beaches and countryside of the surrounding area. The area is particularly popular with families due to its easy access to a range of shops, parks, nature reserves and local amenities.

The TR1 district is also a popular area for commuters, as the rail and bus links connect Truro to both Falmouth and Penzance. It is well served by several bus routes and two railway lines.

TR1 postcode district has seen a high amount of expansion and development in recent years, with the development of new properties (from housing to offices and retail spaces) within the area. There has also been a growing focus on improving the environment, with projects including improvements to public spaces, planting of trees and improvement of paths and roads.

TR1 postcode is an area that is quickly becoming known for its character, vibrancy and community spirit. With its easy access to the coast and countryside, its vibrant nightlife, shopping and restaurants, and its expanding business community, TR1 is a great place to live and work.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 90%WORKING
  • 10%UNEMPLOYED

10% of people in TR1 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 26%AB
  • 51%C2/C2
  • 23%DE

According to census records, 26% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 94%WHITE
  • 6%NON-WHITE

94% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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TR1Cornwall

Cornwall

The county of Cornwall

TR1 is located in the county of Cornwall, in England.

Cornwall has a total population of 556,000, making it the 40th largest county in the UK.

Cornwall has a total area of 1375 square miles, and a population density of 156 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Cornwall Postal Town Map
Outward CodeTR1
Postal TownTruro
MSOA NameCornwall 044
LSOA NameCornwall 044A
CountyCornwall
RegionCornwall
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityCornwall,Isles of Scilly
Area ClassificationMainly Rural (rural including hub towns >=80%)

TR1 Electoral Wards

The postal region of TR1, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Calenick
Gloweth
Highertown
Idless
Kenwyn
Newbridge
New Mill
Penweathers
Roseworthy
Shortlanesend
St Clement
Treliske
Truro
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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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Monday, September 11, 2023

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Man with suspected broken leg rescued from cove

The RNLI said the man was taken by helicopter to hospital.

BBC News

Cornwall planning: Concerns over extension proposal for Gypsy and Traveller site

There are road safety fears near a children's activity park

Cornwall Live

Applications for Clare's law double since 2020

Police say it's "a positive" more people asking them if partners have a violent criminal history.

BBC News

St Ives shop blasts 'scandalous' woman who stole and came back the next day

The owner of Just Lily, founded in Cornwall during the pandemic, has hit out at those who think they can get away with stealing from small businesses

Cornwall Live

Matthew Bradfield sentenced after ramming two police cars in St Austell incident

Police feared for their safety as the stolen Ford Ranger pick-up truck driven by Matthew Bradfield moved to leave the scene

Cornwall Live

Met Office 'danger to life' weather warning as 70mph gales are forecast

The Met Office has warned of severe gale-force winds with gusts up to 70mph likely along the coastline.

Cornwall Live

Live: Serious rush hour crash blocks key route in Cornwall

B3274 closed in both directions due to a serious collision in St Columb

Cornwall Live

Wet weather sees farming morale at 'all time low'

Prolonged wet weather impacts pastoral and arable farming across the south-west of England.

BBC News

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