The Lidden is in Penzance and in Penwith district. TR18 4PL 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 The Lidden, Penzance, TR18 4PL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TR18 4PF, TR18 4PH, TR18 4NX, TR18 4PN, TR18 4NY, TR18 4NH, TR18 4PQ, TR18 4PG, TR18 4NJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TR18 4PL has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.1% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 56.1% | 3.7% | 51.0% | 5.1% |
| Male | 47.6% | 43.9% | -3.7% | 49.0% | -5.1% |
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 TR18 4PL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.4% 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 | 12% | 13.4% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -24.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 72.7% | 63.4% | -9.3% | 44.2% | 19.2% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 8.9% | 2.7% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 13.4% | 4.8% | 6.1% | 7.3% |
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 | 35.1% | 38.8% | 3.7% | 48.4% | -9.6% |
| Good health | 41.1% | 40% | -1.1% | 33.6% | 6.4% |
| Fair health | 18.2% | 16.7% | -1.5% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 3.3% | -2.3% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 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% | 15.7% | -7.3% | 18.2% | -2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 7.6% | -2.4% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 11.7% | -4.1% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 5.4% | 0.1% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.7% | 15.2% | 8.5% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 34% | 39.9% | 5.9% | 33.8% | 6.1% |
| Other | 5.3% | 4.5% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.7% | 96.3% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93.1% 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 | 96.1% | 93.1% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 3% | 2% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 93.1% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.5% | 6.5% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0.4% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.2% | 76.7% | 11.5% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 9.4% | 13.5% | -4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.3% | 37.2% | -13.9% |
| Christian | 69.4% | 46.2% | 23.2% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Lidden was 47.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.6% lower than the Ludgvan, Madron, Gulval & Heamoor average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Lidden has the 37th highest crime rate of 74 local areas in Ludgvan, Madron, Gulval & Heamoor and the 888th lowest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trevegia The Lidden, Penzance, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 1998-09-25 | £1,119,158 |
TR18 4PL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 4PL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 59% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 134 |
| Full-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Education | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newlyn School Carne Road , Newlyn TR18 5QA | 3out of 4 | 297 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alverton Primary School Toltuff Crescent , Alverton TR18 4QD | 3out of 4 | 365 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Primary School, Penzance Redinnick Place , TR18 4HP | 3out of 4 | 750 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pensans Community Primary School Madron Road , TR20 8UH | 3out of 4 | 1,532 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heamoor Community Primary School Bosvenna Way , Heamoor TR18 3JZ | 3out of 4 | 1,807 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 | 1,778 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mounts Bay Academy Boscathnoe Lane , Heamoor TR18 3JT | 4out of 4 | 2,212 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 | 1,636 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Penwith Alternative Provision Academy Penbrea Road , TR18 3NX | 4out of 4 | 2,055 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newlyn Art Gallery Cafe | Newlyn Art Gallery, New Road | 400 yd | |
| The Bridge | The Italian Kitchen, 4 - 6 New Road | 400 yd | |
| Mackerel Sky Seafood Bar | New Road, Newlyn | 400 yd | |
| Newlyn Meadery | The Coombe, Newlyn | 478 yd | |
| Chyance Retirement Apartments | Chynance, Alexandra Road | 512 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tolcarne Inn | Tolcarne Place, Newlyn | 453 yd | |
| Alexandra Inn | Alexandra Road, Penzance | 512 yd | |
| The Swordfish | Swordfish Inn, 20 The Strand | 547 yd | |
| The Pirate Inn | Alverton Road, Penzance | 764 yd | |
| Lugger Inn | The Lugger Inn, Promenade | 934 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warrens | Warrens Bakery, 9 The Strand | 498 yd | |
| China Garden | The China Garden Restaurant, 22 The Strand | 619 yd | |
| Buzz's Fish And Chip Shop | 9 Lansdowne Place, Penzance | 681 yd | |
| Frasers Fish And Chips Shop (Cornish Fish And Chips Ltd) | Frasers Fish And Chips, The Coffee Pot | 784 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Express Penzance - New Road PFS | Co-Op, Promenade | 411 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Newlyn School CARNE ROAD | grass pitches | 322 yd |
| Mennaye Field GWEL AN MOR ROAD | grass pitches | 419 yd |
| Alverton Primary School TOLTUFF CRESCENT | grass pitches | 442 yd |
| Penzance And Newlyn Rugby Football Club ALEXANDRA ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts | 523 yd |
| Alexandra Road Recreational Area ALEXANDRA ROAD | tennis courts | 580 yd |
| R S Fitness Fradgan House Fradgan House The Fradgan | health and fitness suite | 679 yd |
| Penlee Park PENZANCE AFC PENZANCE AFC ALEXANDRA PLACE | grass pitches | 706 yd |
| Ymca (Cornwall Penzance) THE ORCHARD THE ORCHARD ALVERTON ROAD | 769 yd | |
| The Coombe THE COOMBE | grass pitches | 836 yd |
| Penzance Tennis Club PENLEE PARK | tennis courts | 936 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.