The Ropewalk is in Penzance and in Cornwall district. TR18 4QL 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 Ropewalk, Penzance, TR18 4QL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TR18 4QH, TR18 4QP, TR18 4NZ, TR18 4QJ, TR18 4PA, TR18 4QQ, TR18 4QS, TR18 4QX, TR18 4QT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TR18 4QL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.4% | 50.2% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 46.6% | 49.8% | 3.2% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 21.5% | 24.9% | 3.4% | 37.9% | -13.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.2% | 49.8% | -3.4% | 44.2% | 5.6% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 1.4% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 13.8% | 5.0% | 9.1% | 4.7% |
| Widowed | 13.7% | 10.1% | -3.6% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
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 | 39.3% | 46.4% | 7.1% | 48.4% | -2.0% |
| Good health | 30.3% | 33.1% | 2.8% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 20.1% | 11% | -9.1% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 6.1% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 3.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
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 | 29.3% | 13.8% | -15.5% | 18.2% | -4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 9.6% | -2.6% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 17.9% | 4.2% | 13.4% | 4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 8.3% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 21.1% | 9.4% | 16.9% | 4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 21% | 27.5% | 6.5% | 33.8% | -6.3% |
| Other | 5.4% | 1.8% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.3% | 96.6% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 98.7% | 96.6% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 96.6% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.6% | 76.7% | 0.9% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 20.5% | 13.5% | 7.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.4% | 37.2% | 4.2% |
| Christian | 51.3% | 46.2% | 5.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Ropewalk was 33.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 42.7% lower than the Ludgvan, Madron, Gulval & Heamoor average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Ropewalk has the 25th lowest crime rate of 74 local areas in Ludgvan, Madron, Gulval & Heamoor and the 624th lowest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 84 The Ropewalk, Penzance, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2023-01-12 | £283,620 |
| 90 The Ropewalk, Penzance, Cornwall Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £181,000 | 2012-11-15 | £295,474 |
| 86 The Ropewalk, Penzance, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2011-10-14 | £268,161 |
| 88 The Ropewalk, Penzance, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £182,950 | 2010-12-06 | £280,008 |
TR18 4QL 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 TR18 4QL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 70 |
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alverton Primary School Toltuff Crescent , Alverton TR18 4QD | 3out of 4 | 396 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newlyn School Carne Road , Newlyn TR18 5QA | 3out of 4 | 464 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Primary School, Penzance Redinnick Place , TR18 4HP | 3out of 4 | 1,026 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pensans Community Primary School Madron Road , TR20 8UH | 3out of 4 | 1,391 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heamoor Community Primary School Bosvenna Way , Heamoor TR18 3JZ | 3out of 4 | 1,499 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 | 1,753 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mounts Bay Academy Boscathnoe Lane , Heamoor TR18 3JT | 4out of 4 | 1,945 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 | 1,474 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Penwith Alternative Provision Academy Penbrea Road , TR18 3NX | 4out of 4 | 2,049 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 | 545 yd | |
| The Bridge | The Italian Kitchen, 4 - 6 New Road | 545 yd | |
| Mackerel Sky Seafood Bar | New Road, Newlyn | 545 yd | |
| Newlyn Meadery | The Coombe, Newlyn | 562 yd | |
| Newlyn Filmhouse Ltd | 23 - 31 The Coombe, Newlyn | 589 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pirate Inn | Alverton Road, Penzance | 512 yd | |
| Alexandra Inn | Alexandra Road, Penzance | 651 yd | |
| Tolcarne Inn | Tolcarne Place, Newlyn | 661 yd | |
| The Swordfish | Swordfish Inn, 20 The Strand | 713 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buzz's Fish And Chip Shop | 9 Lansdowne Place, Penzance | 387 yd | |
| Warrens | Warrens Bakery, 9 The Strand | 653 yd | |
| China Garden | The China Garden Restaurant, 22 The Strand | 797 yd | |
| Frasers Fish And Chips Shop (Cornish Fish And Chips Ltd) | Frasers Fish And Chips, The Coffee Pot | 1,042 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Express Penzance - New Road PFS | Co-Op, Promenade | 711 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Newlyn School CARNE ROAD | grass pitches | 370 yd |
| Alverton Primary School TOLTUFF CRESCENT | grass pitches | 374 yd |
| The Coombe THE COOMBE | grass pitches | 555 yd |
| Ymca (Cornwall Penzance) THE ORCHARD THE ORCHARD ALVERTON ROAD | 635 yd | |
| Mennaye Field GWEL AN MOR ROAD | grass pitches | 645 yd |
| Penzance And Newlyn Rugby Football Club ALEXANDRA ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts | 714 yd |
| Penlee Park PENZANCE AFC PENZANCE AFC ALEXANDRA PLACE | grass pitches | 829 yd |
| R S Fitness Fradgan House Fradgan House The Fradgan | health and fitness suite | 846 yd |
| Alexandra Road Recreational Area ALEXANDRA ROAD | tennis courts | 852 yd |
| Gems Bolitho School (Closed) Polwithen Road | grass pitches | 954 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.