PR6 0BJ is an up-and-coming urban area on East Way, 0.9km from Chorley Moor in Chorley. Administratively it sits within Chorley East ward and the Chorley constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, PR6 0BJ is a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 33 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 51% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 22% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 130 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for PR6 0BJ are sourced from Output Area E00126530 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EAST WAY, PR6 0BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EAST WAY, PR6 0BJ.
320
33
£ 36,500 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PR6 0BJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
With 51% social renting, PR6 0BJ is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PR6 0BJ. The average age is 33.2. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around PR6 0BJ is above average at 130 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
Highfield Community Primary School
Highfield Nursery School
Chorley St James' Church of England Primary School
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley
Chorley, the Parish of St Laurence Church of England Primary School
Duke Street Primary School
Duke Street Nursery School
Chorley Astley Park School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
34 nearby- Saint Josephs Parish Centre0.9 km
- Lamplighter0.6 km
- The Imperial0.3 km
- The White Bull0.6 km
- Malt N Hops0.1 km
- + 29 more
Restaurant, Cafe
42 nearby- Tuck Inn0.9 km
- Bay Leaf0.5 km
- Golden Plaice0.5 km
- Tapas Esteban0.5 km
- The Old Stables Vintage Tea Shop0.6 km
- + 37 more
Supermarkets
8 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd0.9 km
- Cowling Stores0.8 km
- Asda0.7 km
- Marks And Spencer Simply Foods0.3 km
- Asda0.7 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
49 nearby- J-SEAS0.9 km
- Lee's Takeaway0.9 km
- China Star0.8 km
- McKrisps0.2 km
- Subway0.5 km
- + 44 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Inglewood Boutique B\&B1.0 km
- Duke Of York0.8 km
- Panache Lounge0.5 km
Retailers - Other
55 nearby- Roras Desserts1.0 km
- Tony's Off Licence0.9 km
- Froom Street Stores0.5 km
- Go Local0.9 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.7 km
- + 50 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chorley0.2 km
- Buckshaw Parkway3.4 km
- Euxton Balshaw Lane3.8 km
Bus Stops
- Chorley Rail Station0.2 km
- Chorley Rail Station0.2 km
- Rail Station0.2 km
- Chorley Rail Station0.2 km
- Rail Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PR60BJ · Data under Open Government Licence