The Terrace is in St. Ives and in Penwith district. TR26 2BL is located in the St Ives East, Lelant & Carbis Bay 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 Terrace, St. Ives, TR26 2BL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TR26 2BH, TR26 2DJ, TR26 2EJ, TR26 2DU, TR26 2BW, TR26 2DZ, TR26 2DX, TR26 2EL, TR26 2DY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TR26 2BL is primarily male, with 55.5% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 44.7% | 44.5% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -6.5% |
| Male | 55.3% | 55.5% | 0.2% | 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 | 35.2% | 35% | -0.2% | 37.9% | -2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.5% | 42.4% | 0.9% | 44.2% | -1.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 4.8% | 0.6% | -4.2% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 3.4% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 10% | 10.7% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 6.8% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 42.3% | 45.8% | 3.5% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 34.7% | -0.1% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 13.7% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 5.3% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 0.5% | -2.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.6% | 14.7% | -0.9% | 18.2% | -3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 10.2% | -1.3% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 11.3% | -4.6% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 7.3% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 15.3% | 4.9% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.9% | 36.7% | 0.8% | 33.8% | 2.9% |
| Other | 6.7% | 4.5% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 3.1% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 2.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 95.9% | 92.2% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 10.8% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 91.6% 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 | 90.4% | 91.6% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 1.6% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 4.7% | 2.3% | 5.6% | -0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.5% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.1% | 91.1% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| 10+ Years | 3.4% | 5.7% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 1% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88% | 76.7% | 11.3% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Central Asia | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 8.4% | 13.5% | -5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44% | 37.2% | 6.8% |
| Christian | 44.5% | 46.2% | -1.7% |
| Buddhist | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Terrace was 322.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 462.6% higher than the St Ives East, Lelant & Carbis Bay average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Terrace has the 3rd highest crime rate of 25 local areas in St Ives East, Lelant & Carbis Bay and the 53rd highest crime rate of 1,817 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 142.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -6.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 The Terrace, St Ives, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £685,000 | 2022-03-21 | £680,614 |
| 4 The Terrace, St Ives, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £850,000 | 2022-03-02 | £844,557 |
| 8 The Terrace, St Ives, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £845,000 | 2021-07-23 | £912,639 |
| 2 The Terrace, St Ives, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £387,500 | 2018-02-21 | £496,918 |
| 4 The Terrace, St Ives, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2015-07-03 | £554,993 |
TR26 2BL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 21% 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.
TR26 2BL 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 2BL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 60 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Full-Time Employee | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 71 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 13 |
| Other | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Ives Infant School The Burrows , TR26 1DH | - not rated | 670 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ives Infant School Trenwith Burrows , TR26 1DH | 3out of 4 | 670 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ives Junior School The Burrows , TR26 1DN | 2out of 4 | 745 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Uny CofE Academy Polmennor Drive , Carbis Bay TR26 2SQ | 3out of 4 | 2,711 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Uny CofE School Polmenor Drive , Carbis Bay TR26 2SQ | - not rated | 2,711 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Ives School, A Technology College Higher Tregenna , TR26 2BB | - not rated | 1,105 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ives School Higher Tregenna , TR26 2BB | 3out of 4 | 1,105 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Ia School St Ives Road , Carbis Bay TR26 2SF | - not rated | 2,360 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayspace Cafe | Bayspace, 6 - 7 Fernlea Terrace | 21 yd | |
| Curry Garden | Cafe Mundo, 7 Tregenna Hill | 86 yd | |
| Host St Ives | Tregenna Hill, St Ives | 93 yd | |
| Blas Burgerworks | The Warren, St Ives | 95 yd | |
| The Dining Room | 27 The Terrace, St Ives | 109 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hain Line | Tregenna Place, St Ives | 104 yd | |
| The Golden Lion | Golden Lion, High Street | 184 yd | |
| The Queens Hotel | Queens Hotel, High Street | 223 yd | |
| The Castle Inn | Castle Inn, 16 Fore Street | 288 yd | |
| The Union Inn | Union Inn, Fore Street | 288 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Ives Street Food Kitchen | St Ives Street Food, 10 Tregenna Place | 170 yd | |
| Pengenna Pasties | Pengenna Pasties Ltd, 9 High Street | 183 yd | |
| Spice Centre & King Kebab | Spice Centre And King Kebab, 18 Chapel Street | 197 yd | |
| Townside Takeaway | Porthminster, St Ives | 200 yd | |
| Hong Kong Kitchen | 19 Chapel Street, St Ives | 210 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative | The Co Operative, Higher Stennack | 898 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Ives Tennis Club Primrose Valley | tennis courts | 373 yd |
| Liberties Leisure Club (Closed) Stennack | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 513 yd |
| St Ives Leisure Centre TRENWITH BURROWS | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 544 yd |
| Tregenna Castle Hotel / Golf & Country Club | golf, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 768 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% |
| Median download speed | 37 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.