Hillcrest Road is in Hayle and in Penwith district. TR27 4NR is located in the Hayle West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Camborne and Redruth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hillcrest Road, Hayle, TR27 4NR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TR27 4PG, TR27 4LJ, TR27 4NU, TR27 4LH, TR27 4LQ, TR27 4NE, TR27 4RP, TR27 4NL, TR27 4LG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TR27 4NR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.1% | 51% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 49.9% | 49% | -0.9% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 34.6% | 38.9% | 4.3% | 37.9% | 1.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.8% | 37.7% | 0.9% | 44.2% | -6.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4% | 5.2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 3.0% |
| Divorced | 14% | 12.2% | -1.8% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 9.9% | 6.1% | -3.8% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 42.7% | 41.4% | -1.3% | 48.4% | -7.0% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 33.4% | 2.1% | 33.6% | -0.2% |
| Fair health | 18.5% | 18.8% | 0.3% | 12.7% | 6.1% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 4.6% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 1.8% | -1.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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.
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 18.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.9% | 15.8% | -19.1% | 18.2% | -2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 14.6% | 0.3% | 9.6% | 5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 21.3% | 2.9% | 13.4% | 7.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 8.5% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 18.5% | 6.0% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.9% | 18.8% | 5.9% | 33.8% | -15.0% |
| Other | 2.6% | 2.4% | -0.2% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.5% | 96.1% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Other | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 98.2% | 95.9% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 96.1% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 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 | 69.4% | 76.7% | -7.3% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 28.8% | 13.5% | 15.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.8% | 37.2% | 7.6% |
| Christian | 43.2% | 46.2% | -3.0% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 11.5% | 6.0% | 5.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hillcrest Road was 61.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.4% lower than the Gwinear-Gwithian & Hayle East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hillcrest Road has the 25th highest crime rate of 65 local areas in Gwinear-Gwithian & Hayle East and the 706th highest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% 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 Hillcrest Road, Hayle, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2022-07-18 | £495,876 |
| 6 Hillcrest Road, Hayle, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2021-06-04 | £198,650 |
| 3 Hillcrest Road, Hayle, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2020-07-31 | £437,273 |
| 1 Hillcrest Road, Hayle, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £247,000 | 2012-08-17 | £392,750 |
| 1 Hillcrest Road, Hayle, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2002-08-30 | £518,974 |
| Full-Time Employee | 90 |
| Retired | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Unemployed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bodriggy Academy Humphry Davy Lane , TR27 4DR | 4out of 4 | 220 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Penpol School 2 St George's Road , TR27 4AH | 4out of 4 | 830 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Erth Community Primary School 32 School Lane , St Erth TR27 6HN | 3out of 4 | 2,839 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Connor Downs Academy Mutton Hill , Connor Downs TR27 5DH | 3out of 4 | 3,343 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Uny CofE Academy Polmenor Drive , Carbis Bay TR26 2SQ | 3out of 4 | 4,034 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hayle Academy 3 High Lanes , TR27 4DN | 3out of 4 | 452 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Piran's School (Gb) Ltd 14 Trelissick Road , TR27 4HY | - not rated | 1,535 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balti King | Balti King Tandoori, 53 Fore Street | 373 yd | |
| The Mad Hatter | 73 Fore Street, Copperhouse | 379 yd | |
| Copper Waves | 30 - 32 Fore Street, Copperhouse | 411 yd | |
| The Thai Chef | Trelyn, 42 Fore Street | 435 yd | |
| The Terrace | Pizza Patio, 35 Commercial Road | 466 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cornish Arms | Cornish Arms, 86 Commercial Road | 350 yd | |
| The Copper House Inn | Copperhouse Inn, 11 Fore Street | 434 yd | |
| The White Hart Hotel | White Hart Hotel, 10 Foundry Square | 833 yd | |
| The Royal Standard | Royal Standard Inn, 61 Penpol Terrace | 850 yd | |
| Bucket Of Blood | The Bucket Of Blood, 14 Churchtown Road | 939 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highlanes Fish And Chips | 5 Humphry Davy Lane, Hayle | 335 yd | |
| Hayle Kebab House | 7 - 9 Fore Street, Copperhouse | 379 yd | |
| Eastern Empire | 17 - 19 Commercial Road, Hayle | 466 yd | |
| Sea Pearl Garden Takeaway | 3 Market Square, Copperhouse | 533 yd | |
| Chandler's Plaice | 1 Copper Terrace, Copperhouse | 601 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Asda Stores Limited, 1 South Quay | 909 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Cornwall Indoor Bowls Club (Closed) Queensway | indoor bowls | 104 yd |
| Bodriggy Academy HUMPHRY DAVY LANE | grass pitches | 118 yd |
| Hayle Academy HIGH LANES | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 361 yd |
| Ellis Park GODREVY HOUSE GODREVY HOUSE PENPOL AVENUE | grass pitches | 673 yd |
| Trevassack Park (Hayle Afc) Viaduct Hill | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 735 yd |
| Trevassack Park (Site 1) Viaduct Hill | grass pitches | 780 yd |
| Hayle Outdoor Pool KING GEORGE MEMORIAL WALK | swimming pool | 892 yd |
| Hayle Recreation Ground HAYLE RECREATION GROUND HAYLE RECREATION GROUND ROAD FROM LETHLEAN LANE TO BEATRICE TERRACE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 894 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
| Median download speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 23.84 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 23.84 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1.22 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.