Postcode Analysis South Ribble, North West

CROSTON ROAD, PR26 6PN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CROSTON ROAD, PR26 6PN.

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

384

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 44,600 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PR26 6PN 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10
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1/10
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9/10
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8/10
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3/10
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6/10
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Area Character

PR26 6PN is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 73% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Young average age (43) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.

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

PR26 6PN is a well-regarded residential area on Croston Road, 0.9km from Farington Moss in South Ribble. Administratively it sits within Farington West ward and the Ribble Valley constituency.

For families considering a move, PR26 6PN represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, energy and utilities. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 55 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £444k.

Census 2021 statistics for PR26 6PN are sourced from Output Area E00129004 (shared with 30 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 PR26 6PN. The average age is 43.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.1%
Asian / British Asian1.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 295,000

5 sales · Mean £ 363,000

Semi-Detached

£ 194,750

2 sales · Mean £ 194,750

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

Crime around PR26 6PN is moderate at 55 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences24
Other theft20
Anti-social behaviour10
Criminal damage and arson9
Burglary5

school Local Schools

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Farington Moss St. Paul's C.E. Primary School

Good195 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Celebrate Gifts0.9 km
  • Besique Manufacturing1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Leyland Trucks Staff Canteen0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lostock Hall2.0 km
  • Leyland2.0 km
  • Bamber Bridge3.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Moss Lane0.0 km
  • Moss Lane0.1 km
  • Fylde Avenue0.3 km
  • Fidler Lane0.3 km
  • Fidler Lane0.3 km