truro TR17 Postcodes

Truro (TR17)

The TR17 postcode area is located in the Truro postcode town region, within the county of Cornwall, and contains a total of 102 individual postcodes.

There are 5 electoral wards in the TR17 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, 17% of people in TR17 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 TR17 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The TR17 postcode covers a large section of the Truro district in the South West of England. TR17 is within the administrative county of Cornwall and comprises the majority of the Truro citytown, Grade 1 CA listed cathedral city, and the surrounding borough and parishes.

In terms of geography, TR17 is bordered by the River Fal Valley, the Atlantic Ocean, and marshlands towards the east. The coastline stretches from Pendower beach near Veryan, through to Perranporth and St Agnes in the west. Much of the district is rural, with cheese being one of the main local agricultural products. The port of Falmouth is around 12 miles away.

TR17 is home to a vibrant and diverse population, with young families and students making up a large majority of its inhabitants.

The area is well-served with services and amenities, with a mix of independent shops, cafés, nightlife, theaters, and cinemas throughout the district. There is also the popular Truro market for shoppers and a leisure centre with swimming pool, gymnasium and fitness studios.

The main educational facilities in the area include Truro and Penwith College, Truro High School for Girls, Richard Lander School, and other notable schools and nurseries.

TR17 is well-connected, being served by a fast National Rail service and major road networks. The major A30 route links Truro to Newquay and Exeter. Cornwall Airport Newquay provides international links to Europe, Northern Ireland, and Scotland.

In terms of culture, TR17 hosts many annual events such as the Falmouth Oyster Festival, Falmouth Regatta, and Truro Festival of Lights, as well as annual Christmas markets in Lemon Quay and the award-winning Porthleven Food and Music Festival.

The area also offers a wide variety of outdoor pursuits, such as walks, hikes, sailing, surfing, and cycling. There are a number of local nature reserves nearby which are popular for bird-watching.

TR17 touches the lives of thousands of people each day thanks to its vibrant culture, outstanding landscape, great transport links, diverse range of shops and amenities, and excellent schools and higher education.

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