PR11 1AL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.9km from Frenchwood in Preston (Preston). Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Fishwick & Frenchwood ward and the Preston constituency.
Within the PR11 district, this postcode is characterised by members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. By day, the area transitions to a multiethnic urban high streets character: urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. With residents averaging 33 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. The area has a notably diverse population — 47% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Preston.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 107 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for PR11 1AL are sourced from Output Area E00128435 (shared with 80 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PR11 1AL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PR11 1AL.
316
33
£ 34,700 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PR11 1AL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines PR11 1AL — 47% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Average age 33 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PR11 1AL. The average age is 33.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around PR11 1AL is above average at 107 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.
school Local Schools
Eden Boys' School, Preston
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, Preston
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Preston
Preston Muslim Girls High School
Stoneygate Nursery School
Frenchwood Community Primary School
St Matthew's Church of England Primary Academy
St Ignatius' Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
29 nearby- Golden Cross Hotel0.9 km
- Glovers Bar0.9 km
- Frenchwood Social Club0.6 km
- Baluga Bar0.9 km
- Bull & Royal0.8 km
- + 24 more
Restaurant, Cafe
57 nearby- Kind Kitchen0.8 km
- Club 3000 Bingo0.2 km
- Manjaros0.3 km
- Cardinal Newman College0.4 km
- Starbucks Cafe0.4 km
- + 52 more
Takeaway Shop
51 nearby- Deepdale Tandoori0.8 km
- Naafiah Takeaway0.6 km
- Pizza Costa0.6 km
- Jade City Chinese Takeaway0.3 km
- Fresh N Fast0.7 km
- + 46 more
Retailers - Other
81 nearby- A F & D Strand Foods1.0 km
- Hussain & Sons0.9 km
- Mark Williams1.0 km
- Nectar Convenience Store0.5 km
- SF Bargains0.8 km
- + 76 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Holiday Inn Preston0.9 km
- Travelodge Preston Central0.2 km
Supermarkets
9 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd0.2 km
- Sun Market0.3 km
- The Food Warehouse0.2 km
- Asia Continental1.0 km
- Heron Foods0.9 km
- + 4 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Preston1.5 km
- Lostock Hall3.9 km
- Bamber Bridge4.0 km
Bus Stops
- Queen Street0.1 km
- Queen Street0.1 km
- St Mary's Street0.1 km
- London Road0.1 km
- Centenary Mill0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PR111AL · Data under Open Government Licence