Postcode Analysis South Ribble, North West

PRIORS OAK COTTAGES, PR1 0BE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRIORS OAK COTTAGES, PR1 0BE.

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Population

301

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 51,800 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PR1 0BE 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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7/10
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9/10
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7/10
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8/10
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1/10
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9/10
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7/10
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10/10
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9/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. PR1 0BE's low deprivation rank, 97% ownership, and £173k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

PR1 0BE is a sought-after residential area on Priors Oak Cottages, 0.1km 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 0BE offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The 49 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 97% 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 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £173k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 PR1 0BE are sourced from Output Area E00129032 (shared with 9 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 PR1 0BE. The average age is 49.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.7%
Asian / British Asian3.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.0%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 173,500

2 sales · Mean £ 173,500

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

PR1 0BE has low crime rates — 23 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 behaviour38
Violence and sexual offences29
Criminal damage and arson5
Vehicle crime3
Burglary2

school Local Schools

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Penwortham Girls' High School

Outstanding787 pupils0.4 km
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Penwortham Primary School

Good208 pupils0.6 km
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Penwortham, St Teresa's Catholic Primary School

Good275 pupils0.8 km
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Penwortham Priory Academy

Good797 pupils0.8 km
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Cop Lane Church of England Primary School, Penwortham

Outstanding208 pupils0.9 km
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St Stephen's CofE School

Good302 pupils1.1 km
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Whitefield Primary School

Good390 pupils1.2 km
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Penwortham Middleforth Church of England Primary School

Good202 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Spar0.3 km
  • Rowlands Pharmacy0.4 km
  • K&M Grocers1.0 km
  • Ganesh Convenience Store0.9 km
  • Artisan Deli Limited0.4 km
  • + 1 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • The Fleece Inn0.2 km
  • Fairham's0.1 km
  • No 16 On The Hill0.1 km
  • Ginjarale0.1 km
  • Tap and Vine0.3 km
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Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Little India Cuisine0.2 km
  • Relish0.2 km
  • Chop Suey House0.4 km
  • The Lalbagh0.1 km
  • Andreas Fish & Chip Shop0.4 km
  • + 3 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • The Venue0.1 km
  • Hurst Grange Cafe0.6 km
  • Lancashire Catering (Penwortham Girls High School)0.4 km
  • Ristorante Salvatore's0.3 km
  • Penwortham Golf Club0.7 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Preston1.5 km
  • Lostock Hall4.0 km
  • Bamber Bridge5.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Tesco0.1 km
  • Tesco0.1 km
  • Priory Lane0.2 km
  • St Marys Health Centre0.2 km
  • St Marys Health Centre0.2 km