PR1 0AY is a sought-after residential area on Shaftesbury Avenue, 0.5km from Higher Penwortham in Penwortham. Administratively it sits within Howick & Priory ward and the South Ribble constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in PR1, PR1 0AY offers a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. An average age of 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 85% 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. Property: Average house prices are around £242k, down 17.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for PR1 0AY are sourced from Output Area E00129030 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SHAFTESBURY AVENUE, PR1 0AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHAFTESBURY AVENUE, PR1 0AY.
342
44
£ 51,800 /yr
47%
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
No single demographic signal dominates PR1 0AY — age 44, 85% ownership, 12% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 17.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PR1 0AY. The average age is 43.7. 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
£ 221,750
11 sales · Mean £ 225,381
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PR1 0AY has low crime rates — 17 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
Penwortham Primary School
Penwortham Girls' High School
Penwortham Priory Academy
Penwortham, St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
St Stephen's CofE School
Cop Lane Church of England Primary School, Penwortham
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Whitefield Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Spar0.5 km
- Rowlands Pharmacy0.7 km
- Odeon0.7 km
- Mothercare World0.9 km
- Ganesh Convenience Store0.9 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Ribble Pilot0.9 km
- The Fleece Inn0.5 km
- Fairham's0.4 km
- No 16 On The Hill0.4 km
- Ginjarale0.4 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Morrisons Superstore0.9 km
- B&M Store0.9 km
- Tesco0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Little India Cuisine0.5 km
- Relish0.5 km
- Chop Suey House0.6 km
- Andreas Fish & Chip Shop0.6 km
- Marvel0.6 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
18 nearby- The Venue0.5 km
- Hurst Grange Cafe0.9 km
- Lancashire Catering (Penwortham Girls High School)0.7 km
- Costa0.7 km
- Gold Medal Travel Group plc0.8 km
- + 13 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Preston1.5 km
- Lostock Hall4.4 km
- Bamber Bridge5.5 km
Bus Stops
- Clive Road0.1 km
- Priory Lane0.2 km
- Shaftsbury Avenue0.3 km
- St Teresa's Church0.4 km
- Tesco0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: PR10AY · Data under Open Government Licence