Gwel An Wheal Crescent is in St. Ives and in Penwith district. TR26 1DF is located in the St Ives West & Towednack electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of St Ives. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gwel An Wheal Crescent, St. Ives, TR26 1DF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TR26 1DE, TR26 1DL, TR26 2HX, TR26 1FH, TR26 2JA, TR26 2HU, TR26 1DD, TR26 2JB, TR26 1FA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TR26 1DF has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.5% 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 | 56.3% | 57.5% | 1.2% | 51.0% | 6.5% |
| Male | 43.7% | 42.5% | -1.2% | 49.0% | -6.5% |
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 | 24.3% | 29.6% | 5.3% | 37.9% | -8.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.3% | 49.6% | 6.3% | 44.2% | 5.4% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 10% | -0.3% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 20.3% | 9.2% | -11.1% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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 | 37.2% | 55.1% | 17.9% | 48.4% | 6.7% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 27.2% | -3.2% | 33.6% | -6.4% |
| Fair health | 17.4% | 12.5% | -4.9% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 10% | 4.3% | -5.7% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 5% | 1% | -4.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 31% | 14.2% | -16.8% | 18.2% | -4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 11.5% | 1.5% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 13% | -5.3% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 10.7% | 5.4% | 5.3% | 5.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 19.4% | 8.1% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.7% | 26.9% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -6.9% |
| Other | 3.3% | 4.3% | 1.0% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.7% | 93.4% | -6.3% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 95.4% 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 | 97.6% | 95.4% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 95.1% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0.3% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.5% | 76.7% | 4.8% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 15.9% | 13.5% | 2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.9% | 37.2% | 7.7% |
| Christian | 49.2% | 46.2% | 3.0% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gwel An Wheal Crescent was 49.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.0% lower than the St Ives East, Lelant & Carbis Bay average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gwel An Wheal Crescent has the 12th lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in St Ives East, Lelant & Carbis Bay and the 886th highest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pendower Gwel An Wheal Crescent, St Ives, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2023-10-16 | £447,895 |
| Warwick Gwel An Wheal Crescent, St Ives, Cornwall Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2020-01-20 | £505,309 |
| Sand Castle Cottage Gwel An Wheal Crescent, St Ives, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £307,000 | 2014-01-20 | £480,218 |
| Newhaven Gwel An Wheal Crescent, St. Ives, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £278,000 | 2007-10-19 | £399,158 |
| Warwick Gwel An Wheal Crescent, St. Ives, Cornwall Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £272,500 | 2007-09-24 | £393,389 |
TR26 1DF 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 TR26 1DF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 76 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Ives Junior School The Burrows , TR26 1DN | 4out of 4 | 264 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ives Infant School Trenwith Burrows , TR26 1DH | 3out of 4 | 326 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Uny CofE Academy Polmenor Drive , Carbis Bay TR26 2SQ | 3out of 4 | 2,764 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nancledra School Nancledra , TR20 8NB | 3out of 4 | 3,948 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Ives School Higher Tregenna , TR26 2BB | 3out of 4 | 934 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hakes Kitchen | St Ives Rugby Football Club, Alexandra Road | 659 yd | |
| Brewhouse Cafe | The Brewhouse, Trewidden Road | 667 yd | |
| Bre Cafe | Ventnor Terrace, St Ives | 861 yd | |
| Rajpoot | Rajpoot Indian Restaurant, 5A - 6 Gabriel Street | 885 yd | |
| The Mex | 3 Gabriel Street, St Ives | 885 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Ives Royal British Legion | Higher Stennack, St Ives | 358 yd | |
| The Hain Line | Tregenna Place, St Ives | 992 yd | |
| The Golden Lion | Golden Lion, High Street | 992 yd | |
| The Queens Hotel | Queens Hotel, High Street | 1,007 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Ives Pizza Company | Unit 7C, Penbeagle Industrial Estate | 402 yd | |
| Sharkys Fish & Chips | Sharkys Fish And Chip Shop, Unit 7A | 471 yd | |
| Hong Kong Kitchen | 19 Chapel Street, St Ives | 903 yd | |
| Spice Centre & King Kebab | Spice Centre And King Kebab, 18 Chapel Street | 914 yd | |
| St Ives Street Food Kitchen | St Ives Street Food, 10 Tregenna Place | 932 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative | The Co Operative, Higher Stennack | 339 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Ives Leisure Centre TRENWITH BURROWS | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 442 yd |
| Liberties Leisure Club (Closed) Stennack | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 590 yd |
| St Ives Sw Rfc ALEXANDRA ROAD | grass pitches | 637 yd |
| Evolution Gym St Ives ST IVES RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB ST IVES RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB ALEXANDRA ROAD | health and fitness suite | 655 yd |
| St Ives School HIGHER TREGENNA | grass pitches | 853 yd |
| Tregenna Castle Hotel / Golf & Country Club | golf, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 865 yd |
| St Ives Tennis Club Primrose Valley | tennis courts | 925 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 | 70.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.