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Truro East

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About

Truro East encompasses residential neighbourhoods and industrial estates on the eastern side of the River Truro. The area is primarily characterised by modern housing developments and retail parks, serving as a practical gateway into the city centre. Its landscape is defined by the river's tidal creeks and the main arterial roads that connect it to the rest of Cornwall, creating a mix of suburban living and commercial activity.

A notable landmark is the elevated stretch of the A390, which passes directly through the area, offering views across the river towards the city's cathedral spire. The presence of large supermarkets and business units reflects its functional role. The river itself, with its mudflats at low tide, provides a distinct natural boundary, separating this largely post-war development from Truro's historic core.

Area overview

On average Truro East has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 51 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Truro East is £56,143 per year. There are 4 schools in Truro East: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Truro East is home to around 8,457 people, with a population density of about 2,364.8 per km2.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
51
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
17.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Truro East Population
8,457
Population density
2,364.8 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
30.51(-7%)
Anti-social behaviour
9.1(-40%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.91(-9%)
Other theft
4.14(-26%)
Public order
4.02(-39%)
South West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,636
90.28%
Other White
313
3.7%
Other
107
1.27%
White and Asian (mixed)
52
0.61%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
50
0.59%
Total population: 8,458

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,555
36.69%
Level 3 (A level)
1,183
16.99%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,065
15.3%
No qualifications
978
14.05%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
662
9.51%
Total 16+ residents: 6,963

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,450
39.2%
Owns with a mortgage
890
24.06%
Private landlord or letting agency
571
15.44%
Social rents from council
445
12.03%
Other social rented
227
6.14%
Total households: 3,699

Property prices in Truro East

Based on 104 recent sales, the median property price is £290,000 in Truro East area, with individual transactions ranging from £102,000 up to £1,540,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Truro East in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Truro East over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached24£422,500
Flats28£191,250
Semi-Detached14£292,500
Terraced38£295,750

10 years median price trend in Truro East

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Truro East.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.