Postcode Analysis Wyre, North West

LAPWING CLOSE, PR3 0BY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LAPWING CLOSE, PR3 0BY.

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

502

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 47,900 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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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9/10
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9/10
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1/10
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9/10
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2/10
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7/10
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1/10
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7/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. PR3 0BY spans multiple life stages — average age 40, moderate ownership and renting. £165k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

PR3 0BY is a safe, established residential area on Lapwing Close, 0.1km from Hall Moor End in Catterall. Administratively it sits within Brock with Catterall ward and the Wyre and Preston North constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, manufacturing, energy and utilities. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £165k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for PR3 0BY are sourced from Output Area E00185577 (shared with 13 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 PR3 0BY. The average age is 39.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.2%
Asian / British Asian0.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.8%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 1%
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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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 185,000

11 sales · Mean £ 162,026

Terraced

£ 95,000

16 sales · Mean £ 125,535

Detached

£ 302,000

15 sales · Mean £ 294,733

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

PR3 0BY has low crime rates — 36 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 behaviour24
Violence and sexual offences20
Other theft5
Criminal damage and arson4
Public order4

school Local Schools

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Garstang Community Academy

Good831 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Auction Eats0.1 km
  • Indulge Desserts0.3 km
  • Subway0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Clockwork Bars0.3 km
  • The Brockholes Arms0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Salwick11.3 km
  • Kirkham & Wesham12.8 km
  • Preston14.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Joe Lane0.1 km
  • Stubbins Lane0.1 km
  • Stubbins Lane0.2 km
  • Joe Lane0.2 km
  • Pickering Gardens0.3 km