TR4 8DG is in Mount Hawke, Truro and Carrick district. TR4 8DG is located in the St Agnes 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 Mount Hawke, Truro, TR4 8DG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TR4 8TP, TR4 8DY, TR4 8EB, TR4 8ED, TR4 8FS, TR4 8DF, TR4 8DT, TR4 8DP, TR4 8DS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TR4 8DG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.3% | 51.8% | -1.5% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 46.7% | 48.2% | 1.5% | 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 | 29.1% | 29.1% | 0.0% | 37.9% | -8.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.4% | 46.8% | -0.6% | 44.2% | 2.6% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 13.1% | 12.3% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 8% | 9.1% | 1.1% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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 | 54.4% | 50.4% | -4.0% | 48.4% | 2.0% |
| Good health | 30.5% | 33.1% | 2.6% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 10.3% | 11% | 0.7% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 4% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 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.
In the area around TR4 8DG this area, 9.6% 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% | 9.6% | -6.4% | 18.2% | -8.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 8.7% | -6.8% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 16.9% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.8% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.5% | 22.8% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 5.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.3% | 33.3% | 7.0% | 33.8% | -0.5% |
| Other | 2.8% | 1.8% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.9% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 97.1% | 97.1% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 97.4% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.7% | 76.7% | 9.0% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 13.6% | 13.5% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.7% | 37.2% | 13.5% |
| Christian | 40.8% | 46.2% | -5.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around TR4 8DG was 25.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.5% lower than the Perranporth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
TR4 8DG has the 13th lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Perranporth and the 444th lowest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.8%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amys Cottage, Truro, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2008-08-29 | £708,032 |
| Amys Cottage, Truro, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 1996-11-22 | £572,619 |
| Kenmare, Truro, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £38,055 | 1995-09-12 | £234,673 |
TR4 8DG area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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.
TR4 8DG 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Hawke Academy Rodda's Road , Mount Hawke TR4 8BA | 4out of 4 | 579 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackwater Community Primary School North Hill , Blackwater TR4 8ES | 3out of 4 | 2,646 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Agnes Academy Trelawney Road , TR5 0LZ | 3out of 4 | 3,827 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Treleigh Community Primary School Treleigh , TR16 4AY | 4out of 4 | 4,051 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mithian School Buckshead , TR5 0XW | 3out of 4 | 4,995 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Three Bridges Kea Downs Road , Blackwater TR4 8EG | - not rated | 3,425 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Curnow School Drump Road , TR15 1LU | 4out of 4 | 5,281 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Hawke Academy | grass pitches | 559 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 | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| 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 | 25.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 25.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.