Alverton Place is in Penzance and in Penwith district. TR18 4JJ is located in the Penzance Promenade electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of St Ives. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Alverton Place, Penzance, TR18 4JJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TR18 4TL, TR18 4TR, TR18 2RR, TR18 2RW, TR18 2RP, TR18 4LQ, TR18 4LG, TR18 4JH, TR18 4TJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TR18 4JJ is primarily male, with 55.1% 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 | 51.2% | 44.9% | -6.3% | 51.0% | -6.1% |
| Male | 48.8% | 55.1% | 6.3% | 49.0% | 6.1% |
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 | 36.1% | 40.5% | 4.4% | 37.9% | 2.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.1% | 24.1% | -12.0% | 44.2% | -20.1% |
| Separated | 1% | 4.6% | 3.6% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 17% | 24.1% | 7.1% | 9.1% | 15.0% |
| Widowed | 9.8% | 6.7% | -3.1% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36.7% | 39% | 2.3% | 48.4% | -9.4% |
| Good health | 33% | 31% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 17.7% | 21.6% | 3.9% | 12.7% | 8.9% |
| Bad health | 10.7% | 5.2% | -5.5% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 3.3% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
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 | 23.2% | 21.5% | -1.7% | 18.2% | 3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 5.1% | -7.8% | 9.6% | -4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 12.8% | -0.6% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 21% | 10.2% | 16.9% | 4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.9% | 35.9% | 5.0% | 33.8% | 2.1% |
| Other | 7.2% | 0.5% | -6.7% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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 | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 97.7% | 97.2% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 93% | 95.8% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 2.3% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.2% | 95.8% | 5.6% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.1% | 0% | -5.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 0.9% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.6% | 76.7% | -7.1% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 26.6% | 13.5% | 13.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.1% | 37.2% | 11.9% |
| Christian | 39.3% | 46.2% | -6.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alverton Place was 229.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.6% higher than the Penzance East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Alverton Place has the 6th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Penzance East and the 88th highest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 112.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alphington House Alverton Place, Penzance, Cornwall Other, an established residential building | £407,759 | 2017-03-10 | £501,608 |
| Alphington Lodge Alverton Place, Penzance, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2013-01-25 | £451,946 |
| 3 Alverton Place, Penzance, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £268,000 | 2009-10-02 | £433,947 |
| Flat 6 Chycelin Alverton Place, Penzance, Cornwall Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £157,500 | 2007-12-10 | £173,961 |
| Flat 3 Chycelin Alverton Place, Penzance, Cornwall Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2007-10-31 | £110,714 |
TR18 4JJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 TR18 4JJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 59 |
| Full-Time Employee | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Other | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alverton Primary School Toltuff Crescent , Alverton TR18 4QD | 3out of 4 | 630 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pensans Community Primary School Madron Road , TR20 8UH | 3out of 4 | 639 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Primary School, Penzance Redinnick Place , TR18 4HP | 3out of 4 | 704 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic School, Penzance Peverell Road , TR18 2AT | 3out of 4 | 1,101 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heamoor Community Primary School Bosvenna Way , Heamoor TR18 3JZ | 3out of 4 | 1,251 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humphry Davy School Coombe Road , TR18 2TG | 3out of 4 | 805 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mounts Bay Academy Boscathnoe Lane , Heamoor TR18 3JT | 4out of 4 | 1,484 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nancealverne School Madron Road , TR20 8TP | 3out of 4 | 762 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Penwith Alternative Provision Academy Penbrea Road , TR18 3NX | 4out of 4 | 1,092 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Shore Restaurant | Natures Plate Ltd, 13 - 14 Alverton Street | 295 yd | |
| First Service Cafe | Penzance Lawn Tennis Club, Tennis Club | 305 yd | |
| Growing Links CIC | 1 Guildhall Road, Penzance | 320 yd | |
| The Orangery Cafe | The Orangery, Penlee House Gallery And Museum | 349 yd | |
| Alverne Restaurant | Alverne Restaurant, Alverne House | 398 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fountain Tavern | Fountain Tavern, St Clare Street | 482 yd | |
| Alexandra Inn | Alexandra Road, Penzance | 490 yd | |
| Seven Stars | 3 Parade Street, Penzance | 520 yd | |
| Tremenheere | The Tremenheere, 4 - 8 Market Place | 562 yd | |
| RAOB Institute | R A O B Institute, Belgravia Street | 583 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chucky's Shake Shack | 4 Stewarts Buildings, Morrab Road | 346 yd | |
| Alverton Kebab & Fried Chicken | Alverton Kebab And Fried Chicken, 8 Alverton Street | 388 yd | |
| Red Chilli | 20 Causewayhead, Penzance | 449 yd | |
| Modern Chinese Takeaway | Modern Chinese Take Away, 36 Causewayhead | 491 yd | |
| Full House | Full House Chinese Takeaway, 2 Parade Street | 520 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Express Penzance - New Road PFS | Co-Op, Promenade | 743 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Penzance Tennis Club PENLEE PARK | tennis courts | 224 yd |
| Penlee Park PENZANCE AFC PENZANCE AFC ALEXANDRA PLACE | grass pitches | 353 yd |
| Ymca (Cornwall Penzance) THE ORCHARD THE ORCHARD ALVERTON ROAD | 382 yd | |
| Penzance Leisure Centre PENZANCE LEISURE CENTRE PENZANCE LEISURE CENTRE ST CLARE STREET | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 416 yd |
| Gems Bolitho School (Closed) Polwithen Road | grass pitches | 417 yd |
| Penzance Astro Park PENZANCE ASTRO PARK PENZANCE ASTRO PARK ST CLARE STREET | artificial grass pitch | 479 yd |
| Penzance And Newlyn Rugby Football Club ALEXANDRA ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts | 535 yd |
| Alverton Primary School TOLTUFF CRESCENT | grass pitches | 603 yd |
| Oxygen Health Club MARKET JEW STREET | health and fitness suite | 608 yd |
| Mennaye Field GWEL AN MOR ROAD | grass pitches | 628 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% |
| Median download speed | 107.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 231.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 31.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.