Postcode Analysis Chorley, North West

BLACKBURN ROAD, PR6 8LD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLACKBURN ROAD, PR6 8LD.

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Population

403

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 53,200 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PR6 8LD is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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6/10
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3/10
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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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5/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. PR6 8LD's low deprivation rank, 77% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

PR6 8LD is a sought-after residential area on Blackburn Road, 0.9km from Johnson's Hillock in Chorley. Administratively it sits within Chorley North East ward and the Chorley constituency.

For serious buyers, PR6 8LD is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 77% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for PR6 8LD are sourced from Output Area E00126776 (shared with 18 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 PR6 8LD. The average age is 41.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.0%
Asian / British Asian1.3%
Black / African / Caribbean1.0%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

51%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.

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

PR6 8LD has low crime rates — 17 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 behaviour9
Violence and sexual offences8
Vehicle crime3
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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St Chad's Catholic Primary School

Good143 pupils0.7 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Chorley

Good200 pupils1.5 km
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St Peter's CofE Primary School Chorley

Good332 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Red Cat0.7 km
  • Saint Chads Parish Centre0.8 km
  • Malt House Farm0.4 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Premier Lodge0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • David Lloyd0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chorley2.6 km
  • Buckshaw Parkway3.2 km
  • Euxton Balshaw Lane3.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Gorse Close0.2 km
  • Gorse Close0.2 km
  • Guildford Avenue0.3 km
  • Guildford Avenue0.3 km
  • Moss Lane jct0.4 km