Postcode Analysis South Ribble, North West

FOSTER CROFT, PR1 0AN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FOSTER CROFT, PR1 0AN.

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Population

330

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 51,800 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: PR1 0AN is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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10/10
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8/10
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7/10
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2/10
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9/10
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6/10
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10/10
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5/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. PR1 0AN's low deprivation rank, 97% ownership, and £174k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £174k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PR1 0AN is a sought-after residential area on Foster Croft, 0.6km from Higher Penwortham in Penwortham. Administratively it sits within Howick & Priory ward and the South Ribble constituency.

For serious buyers, PR1 0AN is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 45) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 97% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £174k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for PR1 0AN are sourced from Output Area E00129029 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PR1 0AN. The average age is 45.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British85.5%
Asian / British Asian9.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.6%
Other / Mixed3.9%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 175,000

3 sales · Mean £ 174,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

PR1 0AN has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences14
Anti-social behaviour6
Vehicle crime5
Criminal damage and arson2
Possession of weapons1

school Local Schools

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Penwortham Girls' High School

Outstanding787 pupils0.8 km
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St Stephen's CofE School

Good302 pupils0.9 km
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Penwortham Primary School

Good208 pupils0.9 km
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Penwortham Priory Academy

Good797 pupils1.1 km
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Penwortham, St Teresa's Catholic Primary School

Good275 pupils1.2 km
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Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School

Requires Improvement198 pupils1.2 km
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Cop Lane Church of England Primary School, Penwortham

Outstanding208 pupils1.4 km
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St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School

Good212 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

20 nearby
  • Spar0.7 km
  • BG Shop Preston1.0 km
  • Rowlands Pharmacy0.8 km
  • Odeon0.6 km
  • Salon Services Limited0.9 km
  • + 15 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Ribble Pilot0.9 km
  • The Fleece Inn0.6 km
  • Fairham's0.6 km
  • No 16 On The Hill0.6 km
  • Empire Services Club0.8 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

24 nearby
  • The Silk Route0.8 km
  • The Food Shack0.8 km
  • The Venue0.5 km
  • Hurst Grange Cafe1.0 km
  • Lancashire Catering (Penwortham Girls High School)0.8 km
  • + 19 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Lidl0.8 km
  • Morrisons Superstore0.9 km
  • B&M Store0.9 km
  • Farm Foods0.8 km
  • Tesco0.5 km
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Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • China Rose0.9 km
  • Little India Cuisine0.6 km
  • Relish0.6 km
  • Chop Suey House0.8 km
  • Fortune House0.8 km
  • + 6 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Ashwood Hotel1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Preston1.2 km
  • Lostock Hall4.3 km
  • Bamber Bridge5.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Clive Road0.3 km
  • Priory Lane0.4 km
  • Flyover0.4 km
  • The Pavilions0.4 km
  • The Pavilions0.4 km