Sandy Lane is in Redruth and in Kerrier district. TR15 2DW is located in the Redruth Central, Carharrack & St Day electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Camborne and Redruth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sandy Lane, Redruth, TR15 2DW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TR15 2DP, TR15 2DR, TR15 1PF, TR15 1PE, TR15 2DN, TR15 2DS, TR15 2DJ, TR15 1PG, TR15 1PD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TR15 2DW is primarily male, with 53.4% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 46.6% | -5.9% | 51.0% | -4.4% |
| Male | 47.5% | 53.4% | 5.9% | 49.0% | 4.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of TR15 2DW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 20.9% | 21.8% | 0.9% | 37.9% | -16.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.2% | 52.8% | -3.4% | 44.2% | 8.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2.8% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 13% | 3.3% | 9.1% | 3.9% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 9.2% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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 | 37.2% | 47.9% | 10.7% | 48.4% | -0.5% |
| Good health | 40.9% | 31.3% | -9.6% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 17.9% | 14.6% | -3.3% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 5.6% | 2.9% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.5% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 26% | 18% | -8.0% | 18.2% | -0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 7.6% | -10.2% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.8% | 17.7% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 9.8% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 20.5% | 10.0% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.1% | 25.2% | 8.1% | 33.8% | -8.6% |
| Other | 2.7% | 1.3% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 99.7% | 94.1% | -5.6% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 94% 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 | 99% | 94% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 2.8% | 2.1% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 94% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.2% | 76.7% | -0.5% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 22.5% | 13.5% | 9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.9% | 37.2% | 0.7% |
| Christian | 51.3% | 46.2% | 5.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sandy Lane was 26.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.2% lower than the Redruth North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sandy Lane has the 10th lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Redruth North and the 465th lowest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunromin Sandy Lane, Redruth, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2018-03-28 | £217,438 |
| Greenways Sandy Lane, Redruth, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2017-03-14 | £272,264 |
| Dunromin Sandy Lane, Redruth, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2014-06-02 | £194,895 |
| Bella Vista Sandy Lane, Redruth, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £136,000 | 2003-06-02 | £279,556 |
| Dunromin Sandy Lane, Redruth, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2002-02-12 | £222,000 |
The percentage of retired residents living in TR15 2DW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 98 |
| Full-Time Employee | 90 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pennoweth Primary School Drump Road , TR15 1NA | 3out of 4 | 676 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Treleigh Community Primary School Treleigh , TR16 4AY | 4out of 4 | 1,108 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trewirgie Junior School Falmouth Road , TR15 2QN | 3out of 4 | 1,295 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trewirgie Infants' School Trewirgie Road , TR15 2SZ | 2out of 4 | 1,392 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Day and Carharrack Community School School Hill , Burnwithian TR16 5LG | 2out of 4 | 2,679 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redruth School Tolgus Vean , TR15 1TA | 3out of 4 | 1,698 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pool Academy Church Road , Pool TR15 3PZ | 3out of 4 | 4,335 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curnow School Drump Road , TR15 1LU | 4out of 4 | 838 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traceys Kitchen | Miners Court, Miners Row | 577 yd | |
| Amity Tandoori | Amity Tandoori Cuisine, 5 Higher Fore Street | 788 yd | |
| Greg And Lou's Chip Shop | 9A Higher Fore Street, Redruth | 788 yd | |
| CH & Co, Pall Redruth | Pall Europe Ltd, 51 Cardrew Industrial Estate | 832 yd | |
| Appleton Tea Room | 51 Fore Street, Redruth | 844 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Red Lion | 35 Fore Street, Redruth | 894 yd | |
| Mount Ambrose Cricket Club | College Lane, Redruth Highway | 1,035 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kaarma | Unit 12, Cardrew Trade Park South | 803 yd | |
| OSBK Smokehouse | 37 Fore Street, Redruth | 894 yd | |
| New Hong Sing Chinese Takeaway | New Hong Sing, 40 Fore Street | 899 yd | |
| YFC | YFC Takeaway, 38 Fore Street | 913 yd | |
| The Crispy Cod | 18 Green Lane, Redruth | 987 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Raymond Road Football Pitch (Closed) Raymond Road | grass pitches | 736 yd |
| Mount Ambrose Cricket Club MOUNT AMBROSE CRICKET CLUB MOUNT AMBROSE CRICKET CLUB COLLEGE LANE | grass pitches | 1,016 yd |
| The Recreation Ground LOWER CARDREW LANE | grass pitches | 1,080 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.