Porthcressa Road is in St Marys, Isles Of Scilly and in Isles Of Scilly district. TR21 0JL is located in the St Mary's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of St Ives. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Porthcressa Road, St Marys, Isles Of Scilly, TR21 0JL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TR21 0LP, TR21 0HX, TR21 0PS, TR21 0JU, TR21 0PZ, TR21 0JQ, TR21 0LN, TR21 0JT, TR21 0PU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TR21 0JL 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 | 48.9% | 50.2% | 1.3% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 51.1% | 49.8% | -1.3% | 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 | 19.4% | 31.1% | 11.7% | 37.9% | -6.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.4% | 45% | -17.4% | 44.2% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 11.5% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 10.5% | 3.3% | 6.1% | 4.4% |
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 | 43.8% | 47.2% | 3.4% | 48.4% | -1.2% |
| Good health | 40.2% | 34.8% | -5.4% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 12% | -0.7% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 5.2% | 3.0% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 18.1% | 12.9% | -5.2% | 18.2% | -5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 8.1% | -2.4% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 15.7% | -2.0% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 6.7% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 15.7% | 0.5% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.2% | 36.7% | 5.5% | 33.8% | 2.9% |
| Other | 3.8% | 4.3% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.6% | 97.9% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 94.2% | 95.3% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 2.1% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.5% | 94.9% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.5% | 1.7% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.6% | 76.7% | 1.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 19.2% | 13.5% | 5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.1% | 37.2% | 4.9% |
| Christian | 47.7% | 46.2% | 1.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 8.9% | 6.0% | 2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Porthcressa Road was 19.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.8% lower than the Bryher average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Porthcressa Road has the 5th lowest crime rate of 9 local areas in Bryher and the 5th lowest crime rate of 9 local areas in Isles of Scilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.6%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penlee Boathouse Porthcressa Road, Isles Of Scilly, Isles Of Scilly Terraced, an established residential building | £845,000 | 2025-03-14 | £845,000 |
| 33 Porthcressa Road, Isles Of Scilly, Isles Of Scilly Terraced, an established residential building | £530,000 | 2023-09-19 | £530,000 |
| Garage 4 Porthcressa Flats Porthcressa Road, Isles Of Scilly, Isles Of Scilly Other, an established residential building | £24,000 | 2021-10-12 | £24,000 |
| Menawethan Porthcressa Road, Isles Of Scilly, Isles Of Scilly Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2020-12-04 | £420,000 |
| Auriga, 7 Porthcressa Road, Isles Of Scilly, Isles Of Scilly Terraced, an established residential building | £515,000 | 2020-11-16 | £515,000 |
TR21 0JL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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.
TR21 0JL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 TR21 0JL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 69 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Transport and storage | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Five Islands Academy Carn Gwaval , TR21 0NA | 1out of 4 | 581 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scilly Yacht Charters | Flat 3, Buccabu | 135 yd | |
| Dibble And Grub | Buzza Street, Hugh Town | 141 yd | |
| Kavorna Cafe | The Kavorna, The Bank | 205 yd | |
| Pilots Gig | Pilots Gig Restaurant, The Bank | 371 yd | |
| Cafe On The Quay | Quayside Kitchen, The Quay | 480 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Scillonian Club | Lower Strand, Hugh Town | 78 yd | |
| Jacks Micro Bar | Commercial Unit, Corner House | 205 yd | |
| Mermaid Inn | The Bank, Hugh Town | 329 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scilly Fish | Unit 1B, Porthmellon Industrial Estate | 44 yd | |
| Galley Takeaway | The Galley, The Parade | 78 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Store | Co-operative Retail Services Ltd, Hugh Street | 205 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Isles Of Scilly Federated School | 348 yd | |
| Isles Of Scilly Tennis Club | squash courts, tennis courts | 543 yd |
| Garrison Field | grass pitches | 568 yd |
| Carn Gwaval Gym CHURCH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 737 yd |
| Queen Elizabeth Ii Community Sports Hall QUEEN ELIZABETH II SPORTS HALL QUEEN ELIZABETH II SPORTS HALL CARN GWAVAL | 740 yd | |
| The Five Islands School CARN GWAVAL CARN GWAVAL CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 743 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 | 76.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.