Postcode Analysis South Ribble, North West

HIGHGATE, PR1 0DU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGHGATE, PR1 0DU.

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Population

283

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 51,800 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PR1 0DU 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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7/10
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9/10
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7/10
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6/10
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1/10
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8/10
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7/10
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9/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, PR1 0DU combines high owner-occupation (89%), strong property values (£536k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

PR1 0DU is a sought-after residential area on Highgate, 0.2km from Penwortham in Penwortham. Administratively it sits within Howick & Priory ward and the South Ribble constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in PR1, PR1 0DU offers a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. An average age of 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 89% 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 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £536k. 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 0DU are sourced from Output Area E00129035 (shared with 7 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 0DU. The average age is 44.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 411,500

4 sales · Mean £ 423,750

Detached

£ 250,000

1 sales · Mean £ 250,000

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

PR1 0DU has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour40
Violence and sexual offences33
Criminal damage and arson6
Vehicle crime4
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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Penwortham Primary School

Good208 pupils0.4 km
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Penwortham Girls' High School

Outstanding787 pupils0.5 km
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Penwortham Priory Academy

Good797 pupils0.6 km
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Penwortham, St Teresa's Catholic Primary School

Good275 pupils0.6 km
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Cop Lane Church of England Primary School, Penwortham

Outstanding208 pupils1.0 km
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Whitefield Primary School

Good390 pupils1.1 km
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St Stephen's CofE School

Good302 pupils1.3 km
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All Hallows Catholic High School

Outstanding893 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Fairham's0.3 km
  • No 16 On The Hill0.3 km
  • The Fleece Inn0.2 km
  • Ginjarale0.3 km
  • Tap and Vine0.3 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • The Venue0.4 km
  • Ristorante Salvatore's0.2 km
  • Hurst Grange Cafe0.7 km
  • Lancashire Catering (Penwortham Girls High School)0.5 km
  • 1260 Craft & Crust0.3 km
  • + 7 more
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Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Chop Suey House0.3 km
  • Little India Cuisine0.2 km
  • Relish0.2 km
  • Andreas Fish & Chip Shop0.3 km
  • Marvel0.3 km
  • + 3 more
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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Spar0.2 km
  • Rowlands Pharmacy0.5 km
  • Artisan Deli Limited0.3 km
  • St. Teresas Presbytery & Club0.1 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Preston1.7 km
  • Lostock Hall4.3 km
  • Bamber Bridge5.5 km

Bus Stops

  • St Teresa's Church0.1 km
  • Priory Lane0.2 km
  • Crookings Lane0.3 km
  • Shaftsbury Avenue0.3 km
  • Tesco0.3 km