PR4 0AJ is a safe, established residential area on Lightfoot Lane, 0.6km from Bartle, Higher in Fulwood. Administratively it sits within Preston Rural North ward and the Wyre and Preston North constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An average age of 30 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £810k.
Census 2021 statistics for PR4 0AJ are sourced from Output Area E00182015 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LIGHTFOOT LANE, PR4 0AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LIGHTFOOT LANE, PR4 0AJ.
210
30
£ 56,100 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PR4 0AJ 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.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, PR4 0AJ combines high owner-occupation (62%), strong property values (£810k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £810k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PR4 0AJ. The average age is 29.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age Profile: A notably young demographic. The local population leans heavily toward young adults in their early-to-mid twenties.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 730,000
2 sales · Mean £ 730,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PR4 0AJ has low crime rates — 30 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
Pool House Community Primary School
Harris Primary School
Woodplumpton St Anne's CofE Primary School
Ingol Community Primary School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School, Ingol, Preston
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Nisa0.9 km
- Cottam Post Office0.8 km
- Rowlands Pharmacy0.9 km
- Tag Lane Service Station (BP)0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Guild Merchant0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Cafe - Tanterton Village Centre0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsburys0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Salwick4.9 km
- Preston5.1 km
- Lostock Hall8.8 km
Bus Stops
- Discovery Drive0.2 km
- Discovery Drive0.2 km
- Cheltenham Crescent0.5 km
- Cheltenham Crescent0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: PR40AJ · Data under Open Government Licence