19,636TOTAL POPULATION
9,388HOUSEHOLDS
5.0%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£29,120AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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TR18 POSTCODE REGION

Truro (TR18)

The TR18 postcode area is located in the Truro postcode town region, within the county of Cornwall, and contains a total of 1154 individual postcodes.

There are 7 electoral wards in the TR18 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, 16% of people in TR18 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 TR18 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The TR18 postcode comprises of the area around Penzance in Cornwall. The TR18 postcode covers most of Penzance town itself and also covers areas such as the nearby villages of Newlyn, Mousehole, Gulval and Madron and the hamlet of Sancreed.

The TR18 postcode is served by Penzance railway station, which connects Penzance to the national rail network. It also has a few bus services which runs to and from nearby towns such as Helston and St Ives.

Penzeance is a popular destination for tourists due to its attractive harbour, art galleries, its many independent shops and restaurants, and its strong connections with the folklore of pirates and shipwrecks. The heart of the town is crowded in the summer with stalls selling regional seafood, souvenirs and gifts.

The area around Penzance also includes some of Cornwall's most renowned tourist attractions including St Michael's Mount, which sits just off the Cornish coast and can be reached by ferry. The nearby Minack Theatre is an iconic open-air theatre built into the cliffs, offering stunning views of the sea and famous plays and musicals during the summer months.

The TR18 postcode is also home to many local businesses, including agricultural farms, food and drink producers, and art galleries, as well as a number of national and international chains.

The town also has a strong history of contributing to the British entertainment industry with several internationally renowned musicals having had their premieres in the town. Camborne School of Mines, a world-renowned mining engineering school, is also located within the TR18 postcode.

Connectivity wise, the TR18 postcode is well connected. It sits roughly 3 miles away from the A30 and the A3076, which links to the A30 and M5 motorways. The local airport is situated 9 miles away and ferries to the Isles of Scilly are available from Penzance harbour.

There is also popular local sailing and windsurfing, beachcombing and also a vibrant music scene which can be found at the local pubs and bars in the area. The TR18 postcode is also home to many notable sculptures, including an ice rink in November and December.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 90%WORKING
  • 10%UNEMPLOYED

10% of people in TR18 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 16%AB
  • 54%C2/C2
  • 31%DE

According to census records, 16% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 95%WHITE
  • 5%NON-WHITE

95% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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Cornwall

The county of Cornwall

TR18 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.

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Outward CodeTR18
Postal TownTruro
MSOA NameCornwall 068
LSOA NameCornwall 068C
CountyCornwall
RegionCornwall
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityCornwall,Isles of Scilly
Area ClassificationMainly Rural (rural including hub towns >=80%)

TR18 Electoral Wards

The postal region of TR18, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Chyandour
Gulval
Heamoor
Madron
Penzance
Trevarrack
Trythogga
Wherry Town
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Glover among five golds for GB at World Rowing Cup

Great Britain finish top of the medal table at the World Rowing Cup in Italy.

BBC News

Third cliff fall near planned flat development

Further cliff falls happened at the site near Newquay in November and December.

BBC News

Truro roundabout giant hedgehogs to be given facelift

Cecil, Patricia, Denzil and Kizzy first appeared on Trafalgar Roundabout in 2019

Cornwall Live

Weather forces ultra-luxury cruise ship to make surprise visit to Cornwall

The expedition ship carries just 264 guests as well as a 26-strong Expedition Team

Cornwall Live

Items worth hundreds of pounds stolen near Liskeard as police launch CCTV appeal

The reported vehicle interference and thefts took place in Pensilva during the early hours of Thursday, February 22

Cornwall Live

'Traffic-free' bridge over A30 in Cornwall opens

The council says the bridge allows pedestrians, cyclists and horse riders to cross the road safely.

BBC News

Big annual music and drinks festival is coming to Cornwall

Rattler Fest will see the likes of Scouting for Girls, The Zutons and East17 perform over the two-day event

Cornwall Live

Girl seriously hurt in suspected XL Bully attack

The girl was taken to the Royal Cornwall Hospital with serious but not life-threatening injuries.

BBC News

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