PR4 0BY is a sought-after residential area on Minster Park, 0.4km from Cottam in Cottam (Preston). Administratively it sits within Ingol & Cottam ward and the Fylde constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in PR4, PR4 0BY offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 92% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (45% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £267k, down 8.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for PR4 0BY are sourced from Output Area E00128260 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MINSTER PARK, PR4 0BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MINSTER PARK, PR4 0BY.
318
41
£ 48,400 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PR4 0BY 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
PR4 0BY is a mixed residential postcode — average age 41, 92% 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 down 8.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PR4 0BY. The average age is 40.8. 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
£ 240,000
26 sales · Mean £ 246,325
Semi-Detached
£ 160,000
7 sales · Mean £ 165,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PR4 0BY has low crime rates — 36 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.
school Local Schools
Cottam Primary School
Lea Neeld's Endowed Church of England Primary School
Ingol Community Primary School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School, Ingol, Preston
Pool House Community Primary School
Ashton Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- The Kinder Hub at Cottam0.4 km
- Cafe - Tanterton Village Centre1.0 km
- Final Whistle Cafe0.7 km
- The Pantry at Maxy Farm0.6 km
- West Preston Methodist Church0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Ingol Labour Club0.9 km
- The Guild Merchant0.9 km
- The Ancient Oak0.4 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Cottam Post Office0.8 km
- Tag Lane Service Station (BP)0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Salwick3.9 km
- Preston4.6 km
- Lostock Hall8.1 km
Bus Stops
- Minster Park0.2 km
- Minster Park0.2 km
- Primary School0.2 km
- Primary School0.2 km
- The Villas0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: PR40BY · Data under Open Government Licence