PR6 0AS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Russell Square, 0.8km from Botany in Chorley. Administratively it sits within Chorley East ward and the Chorley constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 39) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 78% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £197k, up 5.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for PR6 0AS are sourced from Output Area E00126548 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RUSSELL SQUARE, PR6 0AS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RUSSELL SQUARE, PR6 0AS.
352
39
£ 40,400 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
PR6 0AS is a mixed residential postcode — average age 39, 78% 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 5.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PR6 0AS. The average age is 39.4. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 184,000
11 sales · Mean £ 197,318
Terraced
£ 184,250
6 sales · Mean £ 176,166
Detached
£ 313,000
1 sales · Mean £ 313,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PR6 0AS has low crime rates — 43 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
Highfield Nursery School
Highfield Community Primary School
St Peter's CofE Primary School Chorley
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Chorley
Chorley St James' Church of England Primary School
Chorley, the Parish of St Laurence Church of England Primary School
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley
St Michael's Church of England High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
31 nearby- Malt N Hops0.4 km
- No 3 Club0.4 km
- Prince Of Wales0.9 km
- The Potters Arms0.9 km
- The Railway Hotel0.6 km
- + 26 more
Restaurant, Cafe
35 nearby- 92 (Chorley) ATC Squadron HQ0.7 km
- Uppercrust Peri Peri And Fried Chicken0.2 km
- All Seasons Leisure Centre0.5 km
- Bubble N Shake1.0 km
- Charlie's Chips0.8 km
- + 30 more
Takeaway Shop
34 nearby- Amigos0.6 km
- Katy's Kitchen0.2 km
- Railway Road Chippy0.3 km
- Wing Sing0.3 km
- Browns Chip Shop0.6 km
- + 29 more
Retailers - Other
50 nearby- B & M Bargains0.7 km
- Fifi's Sweets0.8 km
- G.W & C.G Ball0.7 km
- Mo's News0.8 km
- Quality Save0.9 km
- + 45 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Panache Lounge0.9 km
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Booths0.7 km
- Farmfoods0.5 km
- Iceland Frozen Foods plc0.7 km
- Marks And Spencer Simply Foods0.6 km
- Aldi Stores Ltd0.4 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chorley0.6 km
- Buckshaw Parkway3.3 km
- Euxton Balshaw Lane3.8 km
Bus Stops
- Aniline Street0.2 km
- Bretherton Arms0.3 km
- St Peters Street0.3 km
- Brown Street0.4 km
- St Josephs Parish Centre0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: PR60AS · Data under Open Government Licence