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Penzance East

England / South West / Cornwall / Penzance East

About

Penzance East is a residential and commercial area in the coastal town of Penzance, Cornwall. The ward includes parts of the town center, with a mix of shops, cafes, and local businesses. It is close to the harbor, providing easy access to transport links, including the Penzance railway station and ferry services to the Isles of Scilly.

The area features a blend of historic buildings and modern developments, with housing ranging from Victorian terraces to newer estates. Green spaces like Morrab Gardens offer quiet retreats, while the nearby promenade provides coastal walks. Penzance East has a strong community focus, with regular markets and events held in the town center. Its location makes it a practical base for both residents and visitors exploring west Cornwall.

Area overview

On average Penzance East has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 146 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 22.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Penzance East is £35,025 per year. There are 3 schools in Penzance East: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
146
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
22.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Penzance East Population
7,119
Population density
4,937.2 per km²

Demographics

British
6,516
91.52%
Other White
264
3.71%
Other
89
1.25%
White and Asian (mixed)
47
0.66%
Irish
38
0.53%
Total population: 7,120

Housing

Owns outright
1,095
31.02%
Private landlord or letting agency
833
23.6%
Other social rented
739
20.93%
Owns with a mortgage
575
16.29%
Social rents from council
154
4.36%
Total households: 3,530

Property prices in Penzance East

Based on 75 recent sales, the median property price is £215,000 in Penzance East area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £600,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached3£297,000
Flats23£117,500
Semi-Detached10£287,250
Terraced39£225,000

10 years price trend in Penzance East

All postcodes in Penzance East

TR183LR

Chyandour Lane

TR183QB

Colinsey Place

TR208XF

Clarence Street

TR182AP

Rosevean Terrace

TR182BX

Penzance Quay

TR182EJ

Bread Street

TR183AG

Lescudjack Crescent

TR183NP

Coombe Mews

TR183PJ

Polmeere Road

TR182BN

Caldwells Road

TR182EE

Market Jew Street

TR182FE

Bread Street

TR182FG

Belgravia Street

TR182FR

Penwith Street

TR182NP

Clarence Street

TR189DN

Clarence Street

TR182EB

Penzance Quay

TR189ZZ

Penzance Quay

TR182EW

Market Jew Street

TR182SA

Coombe Lane

TR183HN

Manor Way

TR183PY

Lower Peverell Road

TR182UQ

Coombe Park

TR182BA

Castle Road

TR182BU

St James' Street

TR182HU

Coombe Road

TR182QE

Penzance Quay

TR183PZ

Polweath Close

TR182AD

Pendarves Road

TR182AJ

Pendarves Road

TR182BJ

Belgravia Street

TR182DS

Penare Road

TR182JY

Albert Street

TR182SU

High Street

TR183ED

Clarence Street

TR183PQ

Polmeere Road

TR182AH

Empress Avenue

TR182AN

Barwis Hill

TR182BQ

Bread Street

TR182FL

St Mary's Street

TR183AE

Thornberry Terrace

TR183AQ

Coastguard Crescent

TR183AT

Eastern Green

TR183HX

Manor Way

TR183LH

Chyandour Cliff

TR183PN

Polweath Close

TR183RJ

Foxes Field

TR182SQ

The Greenmarket

TR182DA

Taroveor Road

TR182HJ

Victoria Square

TR182LG

Market Jew Street

TR182LR

Albert Street

TR182NG

Station Road

TR182PS

Penzance Quay

TR182PU

Penzance Quay

TR183DP

Jelbert Way

TR183LT

Penzance North

TR183PH

Polmeere Road
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.