PR4 0DR is a safe, established residential area on Maxy House Road, 0.3km from Cottam in Cottam (Preston). Administratively it sits within Preston Rural North ward and the Wyre and Preston North constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 29 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 92% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (54% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £165k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 5.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for PR4 0DR are sourced from Output Area E00181990 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MAXY HOUSE ROAD, PR4 0DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAXY HOUSE ROAD, PR4 0DR.
625
29
£ 56,100 /yr
65%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PR4 0DR 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
PR4 0DR is a mixed residential postcode — average age 29, 92% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £165k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 5.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PR4 0DR. The average age is 28.5. 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: Energetic but invested. You'll find a high concentration of young adults who own their homes, creating a stable but youthful environment.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 107,167
21 sales · Mean £ 111,615
Semi-Detached
£ 98,500
25 sales · Mean £ 107,859
Detached
£ 257,350
18 sales · Mean £ 256,890
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PR4 0DR has low crime rates — 19 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
Cottam Primary School
Pool House Community Primary School
Lea Neeld's Endowed Church of England Primary School
Ingol Community Primary School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School, Ingol, Preston
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- The Kinder Hub at Cottam0.7 km
- The Pantry at Maxy Farm0.2 km
- West Preston Methodist Church0.7 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Cottam Post Office0.4 km
- Tag Lane Service Station (BP)0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Guild Merchant0.9 km
- Woodplumpton Club0.9 km
- The Ancient Oak0.7 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-op0.6 km
- Sainsburys0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Salwick3.9 km
- Preston5.1 km
- Kirkham & Wesham8.0 km
Bus Stops
- Maxy House Road0.1 km
- Maxy House Road0.1 km
- Miller Lane0.2 km
- Miller Lane0.2 km
- St Andrews Church0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PR40DR · Data under Open Government Licence