Carvossa Estate is in Crowlas, Penzance and in Penwith district. TR20 8EE is located in the Ludgvan, Madron, Gulval & Heamoor electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of St Ives. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Carvossa Estate, Crowlas, Penzance, TR20 8EE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TR20 8EQ, TR20 8EP, TR20 8EG, TR20 8AB, TR20 8AJ, TR20 8EH, TR20 8DX, TR20 8EJ, TR20 8DY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TR20 8EE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 50.5% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 48.8% | 49.5% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 27.6% | 30.7% | 3.1% | 37.9% | -7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.6% | 48.3% | 0.7% | 44.2% | 4.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 9.3% | -4.1% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 10% | 8.7% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.7% | 44.3% | -0.4% | 48.4% | -4.1% |
| Good health | 33.4% | 28.3% | -5.1% | 33.6% | -5.3% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 19% | 4.2% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 6.5% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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.
In the area around TR20 8EE this area, 29.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29% | 29.1% | 0.1% | 18.2% | 10.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 13.4% | -1.1% | 9.6% | 3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 12.7% | -4.9% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 7.7% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 13.7% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.7% | 20.7% | 1.0% | 33.8% | -13.1% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.7% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.9% | 98.4% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 97% | 95.7% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 95.9% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.8% | 76.7% | -9.9% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 30.7% | 13.5% | 17.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.6% | 37.2% | 4.4% |
| Christian | 51.4% | 46.2% | 5.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Carvossa Estate was 39.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.4% lower than the Land's End average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Carvossa Estate has the 17th lowest crime rate of 40 local areas in Land's End and the 736th lowest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Carvossa Estate, Penzance, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £188,000 | 2024-06-13 | £192,730 |
| 21 Carvossa Estate, Penzance, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2021-05-21 | £236,148 |
| 21 Carvossa Estate, Penzance, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £167,500 | 2019-11-07 | £214,980 |
| 12 Carvossa Estate, Penzance, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2013-07-29 | £225,095 |
| 18 Carvossa Estate, Penzance, Cornwall Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2012-04-19 | £246,898 |
TR20 8EE area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
TR20 8EE 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 TR20 8EE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 106 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ludgvan School Lower Quarter , Ludgvan TR20 8EX | 4out of 4 | 197 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marazion School School Lane , TR17 0DG | 3out of 4 | 2,939 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gulval School School Lane , Gulval TR18 3BJ | 3out of 4 | 3,762 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nancledra School Nancledra , TR20 8NB | 3out of 4 | 4,412 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Erth Community Primary School 32 School Lane , St Erth TR27 6HN | 3out of 4 | 4,894 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 5,298 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penwith Alternative Provision Academy Penbrea Road , TR18 3NX | 4out of 4 | 5,008 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cath's Cornish Kitchen | Rospeath Kitchen, Unit 7A | 382 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Hart | White Hart Inn, Church Hill | 874 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Great Wall | Crowlas, Penzance | 376 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ludgvan Jubilee Hall Fairfield | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 310 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% |
| Median download speed | 54.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 78.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 78.5 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.