Perran Downs is in Goldsithney, Penzance and in Penwith district. TR20 9HH is located in the Long Rock, Marazion & St Erth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of St Ives. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Perran Downs, Goldsithney, Penzance, TR20 9HH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TR20 9AL, TR20 9HL, TR20 9HQ, TR20 9HJ, TR20 9JJ, TR20 9HG, TR20 9HN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TR20 9HH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54% of residents 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 | 50.2% | 54% | 3.8% | 51.0% | 3.0% |
| Male | 49.8% | 46% | -3.8% | 49.0% | -3.0% |
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 TR20 9HH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.7% 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 | 19% | 25.2% | 6.2% | 37.9% | -12.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67% | 57.7% | -9.3% | 44.2% | 13.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 6.1% | 9% | 2.9% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 4.5% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 | 54.3% | 48.1% | -6.2% | 48.4% | -0.3% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 34.8% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 13.6% | 2.4% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
In the area around TR20 9HH this area, 8.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.8% | 8.9% | -7.9% | 18.2% | -9.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.4% | 6.3% | -2.1% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 21% | 5.4% | 13.4% | 7.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 7.6% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 17% | 3.0% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.6% | 34.4% | -0.2% | 33.8% | 0.6% |
| Other | 6.7% | 4.9% | -1.8% | 2.8% | 2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.1% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
In this area, 94.7% 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 | 96.4% | 94.7% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 94.7% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 76.7% | 10.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.8% | 13.5% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.9% | 37.2% | 2.7% |
| Christian | 46.4% | 46.2% | 0.2% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 3% | 0.6% | 2.4% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Perran Downs was 24.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.0% lower than the Gwinear-Gwithian & Hayle East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Perran Downs has the 16th lowest crime rate of 65 local areas in Gwinear-Gwithian & Hayle East and the 404th lowest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polgear Villa Perran Downs, Penzance, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2004-05-10 | £458,969 |
| Polgear Villa Perran Downs, Penzance, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £95,000 | 1996-08-22 | £564,136 |
TR20 9HH area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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 9HH 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 TR20 9HH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 86 |
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Hilary School School Lane , St Hilary TR20 9DR | 3out of 4 | 980 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marazion School School Lane , TR17 0DG | 3out of 4 | 3,032 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Germoe Community Primary School Germoe Lane , Germoe TR20 9QY | 3out of 4 | 3,809 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ludgvan School Lower Quarter , Ludgvan TR20 8EX | 4out of 4 | 5,073 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Erth Community Primary School 32 School Lane , St Erth TR27 6HN | 3out of 4 | 5,282 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Trevelyan Arms | Trevelyan Arms, Fore Street | 893 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KC's Fish And Chips | Kc's Fish And Chips, Rosudgeon | 857 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Hilary School SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches | 1,034 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.