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 14.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.4% lower than the Perranporth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cornwall Business Park West has the 7th lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Perranporth and the 203rd lowest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.4%.

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 | £845,455 |
| Plot 1 Cornwall Business Park West, Redruth, Cornwall Other, an established residential building | £464,600 | 2017-03-27 | £571,532 |
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 | 4out of 4 | 2,136 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackwater Community Primary School North Hill , Blackwater TR4 8ES | 3out of 4 | 2,169 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Day and Carharrack Community School School Hill , Burnwithian TR16 5LG | 2out of 4 | 2,749 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chacewater Community Primary School Church Hill , Chacewater TR4 8PZ | 3out of 4 | 3,096 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennoweth Primary School Drump Road , TR15 1NA | 3out of 4 | 3,231 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 4,167 yd | Foundation school | No | 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 | 3,291 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Three Bridges Kea Downs Road , Blackwater TR4 8EG | - not rated | 3,351 yd | Other independent special school | No | 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.