Postcode Analysis South Ribble, North West

RYDING CLOSE, PR26 6QZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RYDING CLOSE, PR26 6QZ.

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Population

322

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 44,600 /yr

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Employed

59%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PR26 6QZ 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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3/10
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10/10
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7/10
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10/10
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1/10
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9/10
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6/10
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9/10
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4/10
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Area Character

PR26 6QZ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 37, 93% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 3.3% year-on-year.

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

PR26 6QZ is a sought-after residential area on Ryding Close, 0.2km from Earnshaw Bridge in Farington Moss. Administratively it sits within Farington West ward and the Ribble Valley constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in PR26, PR26 6QZ offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 93% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £305k, up 3.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for PR26 6QZ are sourced from Output Area E00168803 (shared with 5 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 PR26 6QZ. The average age is 37.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.3%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

59%Active
FT: 46%
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.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 300,000

5 sales · Mean £ 288,300

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

PR26 6QZ has low crime rates — 33 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences42
Shoplifting25
Anti-social behaviour16
Criminal damage and arson7
Other theft6

school Local Schools

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Golden Hill Pupil Referral Unit

Outstanding18 pupils0.6 km
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Northbrook Primary Academy

Inadequate151 pupils0.8 km
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Academy@Worden

Good533 pupils0.9 km
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Leyland St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School

Good270 pupils1.0 km
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Wellfield Academy

Requires Improvement329 pupils1.0 km
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Leyland St Andrew's Church of England Infant School

Good170 pupils1.5 km
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Woodlea Junior School

Good239 pupils1.5 km
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St Anne's Catholic Primary School

Good187 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Bargain Booze0.4 km
  • Mercers0.5 km
  • Singh's Stores0.7 km
  • Spar Stores0.5 km
  • Costcutter0.8 km
  • + 3 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Annies Kitchen0.5 km
  • Franco's0.5 km
  • The Base Community Centre0.7 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Morrisons1.0 km
  • Tesco0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Chicken Deli/Welcome To Barbados0.4 km
  • Peppers Grill0.5 km
  • Poseidon0.4 km
  • The Great Wall0.4 km
  • Happy House0.8 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Queens Hotel0.4 km
  • Wheatsheaf Hotel0.2 km
  • Broadfield Arms0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Leyland1.5 km
  • Lostock Hall2.9 km
  • Bamber Bridge4.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Manor House0.2 km
  • Wheatsheaf Inn0.2 km
  • Wheatsheaf Inn0.2 km
  • Bannister Lane0.4 km
  • Longmeanygate0.4 km