PR26 6QZ is a sought-after residential area on Ryding Close, 0.2km from Earnshaw Bridge in Farington Moss. Administratively it sits within Farington West ward and the Ribble Valley constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in PR26, PR26 6QZ offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 93% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £305k, up 3.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for PR26 6QZ are sourced from Output Area E00168803 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RYDING CLOSE, PR26 6QZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RYDING CLOSE, PR26 6QZ.
322
37
£ 44,600 /yr
59%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PR26 6QZ 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.
Area Character
PR26 6QZ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 37, 93% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 3.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PR26 6QZ. The average age is 37.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Detached
£ 300,000
5 sales · Mean £ 288,300
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PR26 6QZ has low crime rates — 33 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Golden Hill Pupil Referral Unit
Northbrook Primary Academy
Academy@Worden
Leyland St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School
Wellfield Academy
Leyland St Andrew's Church of England Infant School
Woodlea Junior School
St Anne's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Bargain Booze0.4 km
- Mercers0.5 km
- Singh's Stores0.7 km
- Spar Stores0.5 km
- Costcutter0.8 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Annies Kitchen0.5 km
- Franco's0.5 km
- The Base Community Centre0.7 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Morrisons1.0 km
- Tesco0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Chicken Deli/Welcome To Barbados0.4 km
- Peppers Grill0.5 km
- Poseidon0.4 km
- The Great Wall0.4 km
- Happy House0.8 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Queens Hotel0.4 km
- Wheatsheaf Hotel0.2 km
- Broadfield Arms0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leyland1.5 km
- Lostock Hall2.9 km
- Bamber Bridge4.2 km
Bus Stops
- Manor House0.2 km
- Wheatsheaf Inn0.2 km
- Wheatsheaf Inn0.2 km
- Bannister Lane0.4 km
- Longmeanygate0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: PR266QZ · Data under Open Government Licence