Postcode Analysis Chorley, North West

CROWN STREET, PR7 1DX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CROWN STREET, PR7 1DX.

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Population

270

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 38,600 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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1/10
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1/10
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7/10
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9/10
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4/10
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7/10
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10/10
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3/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. PR7 1DX spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £121k. Property prices are trending up 7.8% year-on-year.

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

PR7 1DX is an active urban area on Crown Street, 0.9km from Chorley Moor in Chorley. Administratively it sits within Chorley North West ward and the Chorley constituency.

For renters and young professionals, PR7 1DX offers an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. Outside of residential hours, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 53% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are high (184 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: With prices averaging £121k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 7.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for PR7 1DX are sourced from Output Area E00126566 (shared with 57 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 PR7 1DX. The average age is 43.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.1%
Asian / British Asian2.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed2.6%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 115,000

2 sales · Mean £ 115,000

Terraced

£ 124,500

4 sales · Mean £ 126,000

Detached

£ 130,000

1 sales · Mean £ 130,000

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

Crime rates near PR7 1DX are high at 184 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.

Violence and sexual offences215
Anti-social behaviour133
Shoplifting73
Public order51
Criminal damage and arson40

school Local Schools

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Chorley Astley Park School

Outstanding170 pupils0.2 km
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Chorley, the Parish of St Laurence Church of England Primary School

Good207 pupils0.5 km
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St Michael's Church of England High School

Good1134 pupils0.7 km
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Parklands High School

Good1098 pupils0.7 km
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Duke Street Primary School

Good330 pupils0.9 km
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Duke Street Nursery School

Outstanding134 pupils0.9 km
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Highfield Nursery School

Outstanding82 pupils1.0 km
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Highfield Community Primary School

Good254 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

53 nearby
  • Slimming World Franchise0.9 km
  • Roras Desserts0.8 km
  • Stump Lane Stores0.7 km
  • Vinny's Convenience Store (Premier Express)0.7 km
  • Wonderlust Services Ltd1.0 km
  • + 48 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

44 nearby
  • Mellors Catering At St Michael's C Of E High School0.7 km
  • Tuck Inn1.0 km
  • Bay Leaf0.4 km
  • Cafe Ambio0.9 km
  • Golden Plaice0.2 km
  • + 39 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

42 nearby
  • J-SEAS1.0 km
  • Lee's Takeaway1.0 km
  • McKrisps0.7 km
  • Subway0.7 km
  • Giannis Takeaway0.9 km
  • + 37 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Inglewood Boutique B\&B0.3 km
  • Duke Of York0.9 km
  • Panache Lounge0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

31 nearby
  • Chorley Bowling Club0.4 km
  • Lamplighter0.4 km
  • The Imperial0.4 km
  • The White Bull0.5 km
  • Malt N Hops0.6 km
  • + 26 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • Asda0.7 km
  • Marks And Spencer Simply Foods0.4 km
  • Asda0.7 km
  • Booths0.3 km
  • Farmfoods0.7 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chorley0.6 km
  • Buckshaw Parkway2.8 km
  • Euxton Balshaw Lane3.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Woodville Road0.1 km
  • Woodville Road0.1 km
  • Peter Street0.1 km
  • Peter Street0.1 km
  • Park Gates0.1 km