Postcode Analysis South Ribble, North West

CASTLE WALK, PR1 0BP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CASTLE WALK, PR1 0BP.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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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 0BP 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

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, PR1 0BP combines high owner-occupation (97%), strong property values (£427k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 20.7% year-on-year.

home £427,000 median price shield Safety 8/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PR1 0BP is a sought-after residential area on Castle Walk, 0.7km from Higher Penwortham in Penwortham. Administratively it sits within Howick & Priory ward and the South Ribble constituency.

For serious buyers, PR1 0BP is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £427k, up 20.7% year-on-year. 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 0BP 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 0BP. 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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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 427,000

5 sales · Mean £ 434,000

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

PR1 0BP has low crime rates — 19 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 behaviour10
Vehicle crime6
Criminal damage and arson2
Possession of weapons1

school Local Schools

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St Stephen's CofE School

Good302 pupils0.9 km
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Penwortham Girls' High School

Outstanding787 pupils0.9 km
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Penwortham Primary School

Good208 pupils1.0 km
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Penwortham Priory Academy

Good797 pupils1.1 km
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Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School

Requires Improvement198 pupils1.1 km
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Penwortham, St Teresa's Catholic Primary School

Good275 pupils1.2 km
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Cop Lane Church of England Primary School, Penwortham

Outstanding208 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

22 nearby
  • Spar0.8 km
  • BG Shop Preston0.9 km
  • Rowlands Pharmacy0.9 km
  • Odeon0.5 km
  • Salon Services Limited0.8 km
  • + 17 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Ribble Pilot0.8 km
  • The Fleece Inn0.7 km
  • The Wheatsheaf1.0 km
  • Fairham's0.6 km
  • No 16 On The Hill0.7 km
  • + 4 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

27 nearby
  • The Silk Route0.7 km
  • The Food Shack0.7 km
  • The Venue0.6 km
  • Lancashire Catering (Penwortham Girls High School)0.9 km
  • Costa0.5 km
  • + 22 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Lidl0.7 km
  • Morrisons Superstore0.8 km
  • B&M Store0.8 km
  • Farm Foods0.7 km
  • Tesco0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

16 nearby
  • Cappadocia1.0 km
  • China Rose0.8 km
  • New China1.0 km
  • Umbertos Fish Bar0.9 km
  • Little India Cuisine0.7 km
  • + 11 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 Bridge5.4 km

Bus Stops

  • The Pavilions0.3 km
  • The Pavilions0.3 km
  • Clive Road0.3 km
  • Flyover0.5 km
  • Priory Lane0.5 km