Park Penn An Vyghtern is in Newquay and in Cornwall district. TR8 4GD is located in the St Columb Minor & Colan electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of St Austell and Newquay. This postcode has been in use since 2017-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Park Penn An Vyghtern, Newquay, TR8 4GD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TR8 4QB, TR8 4GF, TR8 4GB, TR8 4GA, TR8 4GE, TR8 4NH, TR8 4PX, TR8 4RD, TR8 4RE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TR8 4GD has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents 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 | 51.1% | 50% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 48.9% | 50% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around TR8 4GD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.8% | 45.8% | 10.0% | 37.9% | 7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.4% | 28.9% | -9.5% | 44.2% | -15.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3% | 3.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 18.1% | 17% | -1.1% | 9.1% | 7.9% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 4.7% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 | 43.7% | 42.6% | -1.1% | 48.4% | -5.8% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 31.6% | -0.5% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 15% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 7.1% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 3.7% | 2.6% | 1.2% | 2.5% |
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 14.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.4% | 17.6% | -10.8% | 18.2% | -0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 22.7% | 6.8% | 9.6% | 13.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.4% | 17.6% | -4.8% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 7.5% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 18.4% | 4.2% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.1% | 14.5% | 2.4% | 33.8% | -19.3% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.6% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 98.9% | 96.6% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 89.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.6% | 89.6% | -7.0% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 9.2% | 7.3% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 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 | 96.3% | 90.2% | -6.1% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.9% | 8.9% | 9.8% | -0.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0.3% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64% | 76.7% | -12.7% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 8.5% | 1.3% | 7.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 25.7% | 13.5% | 12.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.1% | 37.2% | 13.9% |
| Christian | 38.8% | 46.2% | -7.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Penn An Vyghtern was 489.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 776.1% higher than the Newquay Porth & Tretherras average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Park Penn An Vyghtern has the highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Newquay Porth & Tretherras and the 20th highest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 118.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Park Penn An Vyghtern, Newquay, Cornwall Terraced, a newly built property | £48,402 | 2017-03-31 | £69,005 |
| 2 Park Penn An Vyghtern, Newquay, Cornwall Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £46,800 | 2016-06-27 | £70,022 |
TR8 4GD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 33 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bishops CofE Learning Academy Treninnick Hill , TR7 2SR | 3out of 4 | 1,111 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newquay Junior Academy Edgcumbe Avenue , TR7 2NL | 4out of 4 | 1,835 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newquay Primary Academy Trevenson Road , TR7 3BH | - not rated | 1,862 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trenance Learning Academy Trenance Road , TR7 2LU | 4out of 4 | 2,036 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Columb Minor Academy Porth Bean Road , St Columb Minor TR7 3JF | 3out of 4 | 2,301 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newquay Tretherras Trevenson Road , TR7 3BH | 3out of 4 | 1,861 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Treviglas Academy Bradley Road , TR7 3JA | 1out of 4 | 2,343 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | Mcdonalds Restaurants Ltd, Treloggan Road | 431 yd | |
| The Cornish Lunch Box | Solar Technology UK Ltd, Saw 12 | 539 yd | |
| Jungle Jacks | Jungle Jacks Ltd, Unit 14 | 563 yd | |
| BABU | Unit C16, Prow Park | 614 yd | |
| Poco Loco | Unit C10, Prow Park | 614 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hendra Holiday Park | Lane, Newquay | 713 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pizza Box | Unit 7, Prow Park | 557 yd | |
| Wing Yard | Unit C5, Prow Park | 614 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Morrisons, Treloggan Road | 343 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Curves (Newquay) UNIT 5F UNIT 5F TRELOGGAN INDUSTRIAL ESTATE | health and fitness suite | 590 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 | 120 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 113.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 25 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.