Is PR5 0AE a safe place to live?

Yes, PR5 0AE is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 26 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in PR5 0AE?

The average property price in PR5 0AE is currently around £239k.

What is the population of PR5 0AE?

The population for the PR5 0AE area is approximately 282 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Ribble, North West

ALDER DRIVE, PR5 0AE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALDER DRIVE, PR5 0AE.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

282

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 45,000 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10

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9/10

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6/10

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7/10

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2/10

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5/10

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5/10

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10/10

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8/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates PR5 0AE — age 45, 94% ownership, 5% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PR5 0AE is a sought-after residential area on Alder Drive, 0.5km from Bank Head in Gregson Lane. Administratively it sits within Coupe Green & Gregson Lane ward and the Ribble Valley constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 94% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £239k.

Census 2021 statistics for PR5 0AE are sourced from Output Area E00128978 (shared with 7 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 PR5 0AE. The average age is 45.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.5%

Asian / British Asian0.4%

Black / African / Caribbean0.4%

Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

50%Active

FT: 35%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 196,500

5 sales · Mean £ 200,500

Detached

£ 240,000

3 sales · Mean £ 215,000

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

PR5 0AE has low crime rates — 26 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.

Violence and sexual offences25

Anti-social behaviour15

Burglary3

Criminal damage and arson3

Other crime1

school Local Schools

Brindle Gregson Lane Primary School

Good178 pupils0.4 km

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Brindle

Good88 pupils0.5 km

Higher Walton Church of England Primary School

Good115 pupils1.3 km

Coupe Green Primary School

Good148 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby

Food2go0.3 km
Toffee Face0.4 km
Spar Stores0.3 km

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

Black Horse0.5 km
Net Bar0.5 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Gregson Lane Chippy0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Bamber Bridge2.5 km
Lostock Hall4.2 km
Pleasington5.3 km

Bus Stops

Alder Drive0.0 km
Alder Drive0.1 km
Alma Row0.2 km
Meadowside Drive0.2 km
Alma Row0.2 km