Postcode Analysis Chorley, North West

BACK MOUNT STREET, PR7 1EA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BACK MOUNT STREET, PR7 1EA.

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Population

269

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 40,400 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PR7 1EA 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.

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1/10
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7/10
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7/10
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9/10
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2/10
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8/10
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8/10
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8/10
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1/10
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Area Character

PR7 1EA is a premium owner-occupier postcode — 81% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.

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

PR7 1EA is a well-regarded residential area on Back Mount Street, 0.9km from Chorley Moor in Chorley. Administratively it sits within Chorley North West ward and the Chorley constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in PR7, PR7 1EA offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 47) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 81% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are high (178 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. 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 PR7 1EA are sourced from Output Area E00126560 (shared with 14 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 1EA. The average age is 47.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.5%
Asian / British Asian2.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

Crime rates near PR7 1EA are high at 178 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 offences241
Anti-social behaviour166
Shoplifting73
Public order53
Criminal damage and arson49

school Local Schools

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Chorley Astley Park School

Outstanding170 pupils0.3 km
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Chorley, the Parish of St Laurence Church of England Primary School

Good207 pupils0.4 km
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St Michael's Church of England High School

Good1134 pupils0.7 km
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Highfield Nursery School

Outstanding82 pupils0.9 km
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Parklands High School

Good1098 pupils0.9 km
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Duke Street Nursery School

Outstanding134 pupils0.9 km
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Duke Street Primary School

Good330 pupils0.9 km
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Highfield Community Primary School

Good254 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

55 nearby
  • Slimming World Franchise0.9 km
  • Roras Desserts0.8 km
  • Froom Street Stores1.0 km
  • Stump Lane Stores0.6 km
  • Vinny's Convenience Store (Premier Express)0.6 km
  • + 50 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

34 nearby
  • Saint Josephs Parish Centre1.0 km
  • Chorley Bowling Club0.5 km
  • Lamplighter0.4 km
  • The Imperial0.3 km
  • The White Bull0.5 km
  • + 29 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

45 nearby
  • Mellors Catering At St Michael's C Of E High School0.7 km
  • Tuck Inn0.9 km
  • Bay Leaf0.4 km
  • Cafe Ambio1.0 km
  • Golden Plaice0.1 km
  • + 40 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

44 nearby
  • J-SEAS0.9 km
  • Lee's Takeaway0.9 km
  • McKrisps0.6 km
  • Subway0.7 km
  • Giannis Takeaway1.0 km
  • + 39 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

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

6 nearby
  • Asda0.6 km
  • Marks And Spencer Simply Foods0.3 km
  • Asda0.7 km
  • Booths0.2 km
  • Farmfoods0.6 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chorley0.5 km
  • Buckshaw Parkway2.9 km
  • Euxton Balshaw Lane3.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Park Gates0.1 km
  • Booths0.2 km
  • Booths0.2 km
  • Woodville Road0.2 km
  • Peter Street0.2 km