Lower Market Street is in Penryn and in Cornwall district. TR10 8BQ is located in the Penryn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Truro and Falmouth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lower Market Street, Penryn, TR10 8BQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TR10 8EQ, TR10 8HT, TR10 8RZ, TR10 8EF, TR10 8BL, TR10 8BG, TR10 8EG, TR10 8EE, TR10 8ED.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TR10 8BQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.1% | 50.8% | -3.3% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 45.9% | 49.2% | 3.3% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around TR10 8BQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 66.3% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 56.5% | 66.3% | 9.8% | 37.9% | 28.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26.1% | 18% | -8.1% | 44.2% | -26.2% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 8.8% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 4.1% | -3.3% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.1% | 46.9% | -4.2% | 48.4% | -1.5% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 33.1% | 2.9% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 10.8% | 14.3% | 3.5% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 4.5% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23% | 11.6% | -11.4% | 18.2% | -6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 6.5% | -9.2% | 9.6% | -3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.7% | 11.6% | -0.1% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 6.2% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 20% | 37% | 17.0% | 16.9% | 20.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.3% | 26% | 1.7% | 33.8% | -7.8% |
| Other | 2.2% | 1% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.6% | 97.6% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Other | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 93.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.9% | 93.4% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 3% | 3.9% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 0.6% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.9% | 93.4% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 3.3% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 0.9% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.6% | 76.7% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 20.1% | 13.5% | 6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 62.5% | 37.2% | 25.3% |
| Christian | 30% | 46.2% | -16.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lower Market Street was 237.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 861.8% higher than the Mylor, Perranarworthal & Ponsanooth average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Lower Market Street has the 4th highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Mylor, Perranarworthal & Ponsanooth and the 83rd highest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Lower Market Street, Penryn, Cornwall Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2015-09-23 | £178,112 |
The percentage of student residents living in TR10 8BQ area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Student (economically inactive) | 87 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Other | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penryn Primary Academy Treverbyn Rise , TR10 8RA | 2out of 4 | 884 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mabe Community Primary School Cunningham Park , Mabe TR10 9HB | 1out of 4 | 1,987 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Falmouth Primary Academy Jubilee Road , TR11 2BB | 3out of 4 | 2,385 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis CofE Primary School Longfield , TR11 4SU | 3out of 4 | 2,390 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Falmouth Mongleath Road , TR11 4PW | 4out of 4 | 2,490 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penryn College Kernick Road , TR10 8PZ | 3out of 4 | 993 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Falmouth School Trescobeas Road , TR11 4LH | 1out of 4 | 1,495 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Falmouth University Woodlane , TR11 4RH | - not rated | 3,525 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stargazy | 24 Lower Market Street, Penryn | 58 yd | |
| Pip's Cafe | 57 The Terrace, Penryn | 117 yd | |
| Fish Factory Arts CIC | Fish Factory Cafe, The Sail Loft | 182 yd | |
| Bango Kitchen And The Shellfish Pig | Bango Kitchen, 11B Merchants Wharf | 232 yd | |
| Pizza Pls | Unit 2A, Bohls Yard | 265 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Famous Barrel | The Famous Barrel, St Thomas Street | 285 yd | |
| St Gluvias Cricket Club | Kernick Road, Penryn | 914 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mariners | Mariners Fish And Chips, 62 Lower Market Street | 103 yd | |
| Red Chilli | 67 The Terrace, Penryn | 117 yd | |
| Choy Hung Takeaway | 63 The Terrace, Penryn | 117 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Penryn College KERNICK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre | 949 yd |
| Penryn Primary Academy TREVERBYN RISE | swimming pool | 968 yd |
| Memorial Ground KERNICK ROAD | grass pitches | 1,047 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.