Cornwall Business Park West is in Scorrier, Redruth and in Cornwall district. TR16 5BN is located in the Threemilestone & Chacewater 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 Cornwall Business Park West, Scorrier, Redruth, TR16 5BN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TR16 5BN has a slightly higher male population, with 52.8% of residents 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 | 44.5% | 47.2% | 2.7% | 51.0% | -3.8% |
| Male | 55.5% | 52.8% | -2.7% | 49.0% | 3.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.7% | 26.4% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -11.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.9% | 47.3% | -13.6% | 44.2% | 3.1% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 5.5% | 3.3% | 2.2% | 3.3% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 11.8% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 9.1% | 4.8% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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 | 42.7% | 46.5% | 3.8% | 48.4% | -1.9% |
| Good health | 30% | 28.3% | -1.7% | 33.6% | -5.3% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 19.7% | 6.1% | 12.7% | 7.0% |
| Bad health | 10% | 4.7% | -5.3% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 3.6% | 0.8% | -2.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 30.4% | 14.7% | -15.7% | 18.2% | -3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 5.5% | -5.4% | 9.6% | -4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 11.9% | -4.4% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.7% | 13.8% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 8.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.4% | 20.2% | 14.8% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 25% | 33.9% | 8.9% | 33.8% | 0.1% |
| Other | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 2.5% | 1.4% |
| White | 100% | 93.7% | -6.3% | 81.4% | 12.3% |
| Other | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
In this area, 90.6% 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 | 98.2% | 90.6% | -7.6% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 7.1% | 7.1% | 2.7% | 4.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 90.6% | -7.6% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 7.1% | 5.3% | 1.9% | 5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.3% | 76.7% | 3.6% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 4.7% | 0.3% | 4.4% |
| No passport held | 14.2% | 13.5% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26% | 37.2% | -11.2% |
| Christian | 60.6% | 46.2% | 14.4% |
| Buddhist | 2.4% | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Muslim | 2.4% | 6.5% | -4.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cornwall Business Park West was 29.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.2% lower than the Perranporth average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Cornwall Business Park West has the 17th lowest crime rate of 44 local areas in Perranporth and the 530th lowest crime rate of 1,817 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -75.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plot 6 Cornwall Business Park West, Redruth, Cornwall Other, an established residential building | £710,000 | 2018-05-11 | £792,727 |
| Plot 1 Cornwall Business Park West, Redruth, Cornwall Other, an established residential building | £464,600 | 2017-03-27 | £535,888 |
TR16 5BN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in TR16 5BN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 43 |
| Full-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Treleigh Community Primary School Treleigh , TR16 4AY | 3out of 4 | 2,167 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackwater Community Primary School North Hill , Blackwater TR4 8ES | - not rated | 2,184 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackwater Community Primary School North Hill , Blackwater TR4 8ES | 3out of 4 | 2,184 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Day and Carharrack Community School School Hill , Burnwithian TR16 5LG | 3out of 4 | 2,654 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chacewater Community Primary School Church Hill , Chacewater TR4 8PZ | 3out of 4 | 3,016 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 4,181 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Treleigh House School Treleigh , TR16 4AY | - not rated | 2,167 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cardrew Court School Cardrew Industrial Estate , Cardrew Way TR15 1SS | - not rated | 2,337 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Three Bridges Kea Downs Road , Blackwater TR4 8EG | - not rated | 2,548 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfields Private School Lower Cardrew Lane , TR15 1SY | - not rated | 3,208 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Curnow School Drump Road , TR15 1LU | - not rated | 3,300 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokey Joes Cafe | Scorrier, Redruth | 578 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fox And Hounds | Fox And Hounds Inn, Scorrier | 341 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cornish Oven | Cornish Oven, Building Z | 727 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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.