Postcode Analysis Preston, North West

PR11 2BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PR11 2BL.

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Population

304

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 51,600 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PR11 2BL 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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10/10
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7/10
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7/10
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5/10
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8/10
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3/10
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8/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, PR11 2BL combines high owner-occupation (84%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. 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

PR11 2BL is a sought-after residential area located 0.3km from Fulwood Row in Fulwood. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Sharoe Green ward and the Wyre and Preston North constituency.

Day-to-day life in PR11 2BL has the character of a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 PR11 2BL are sourced from Output Area E00128415 (shared with 92 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 PR11 2BL. The average age is 41.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British74.7%
Asian / British Asian20.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed4.9%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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

PR11 2BL has low crime rates — 31 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 offences11
Anti-social behaviour8
Vehicle crime5
Possession of weapons2
Drugs2

school Local Schools

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Sherwood Primary School

Outstanding421 pupils0.8 km
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St Clare's Catholic Primary School, Preston

Good1.3 km
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Longsands Community Primary School

Good205 pupils1.3 km
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Fulwood, St Peter's Church of England Primary School and Nursery

Outstanding241 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Asda Store0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Sherwood0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Johnson Apparel Master Ltd0.3 km
  • Homeserve Claims Management Ltd0.5 km
  • McDonalds Restaurants0.6 km
  • Royal Mail0.0 km
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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Burger King0.7 km
  • Sushi Daily0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Lathams of Broughton Retail Shop0.3 km
  • Crackers about Cheese Ltd0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Preston4.8 km
  • Bamber Bridge7.9 km
  • Lostock Hall8.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Sorting Office0.1 km
  • Sorting Office0.2 km
  • Pittman Court0.2 km
  • Pittman Court0.2 km
  • Williams Lane0.3 km