PR6 0BP is a mixed residential area located 0.3km from Botany in Chorley. Administratively it sits within Chorley North & Astley ward and the Chorley constituency.
For families considering a move, PR6 0BP represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. 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. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 57 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for PR6 0BP are sourced from Output Area E00126538 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PR6 0BP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PR6 0BP.
337
45
£ 40,400 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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
PR6 0BP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 45, 82% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Young average age (45) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PR6 0BP. The average age is 45.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around PR6 0BP is moderate at 57 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
St Peter's CofE Primary School Chorley
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Chorley
Highfield Nursery School
Highfield Community Primary School
Chorley St James' Church of England Primary School
Chorley, the Parish of St Laurence Church of England Primary School
St Michael's Church of England High School
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Uppercrust Peri Peri And Fried Chicken0.6 km
- All Seasons Leisure Centre0.8 km
- Boatel Cruises0.4 km
- Tuck Inn0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Katy's Kitchen0.6 km
- Railway Road Chippy0.7 km
- Wing Sing0.4 km
- Browns Chip Shop1.0 km
- Oriental1.0 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Farmfoods0.8 km
- Aldi Stores Ltd0.2 km
- Asda0.8 km
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Chorley #3 Good Food Club0.4 km
- H N Food & Wine Ltd0.8 km
- Halls Bakery Ltd0.3 km
- J McRobbs High Class Family Butchers And Delicatessen LTD0.4 km
- Premier Eaves Lane1.0 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Derby Arms0.7 km
- Saint Josephs Parish Centre0.4 km
- The Lock And Quay0.4 km
- East Ward Conservative Club0.7 km
- The Masons Arms0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chorley1.2 km
- Buckshaw Parkway3.3 km
- Euxton Balshaw Lane3.9 km
Bus Stops
- St Peters0.1 km
- St Peters0.1 km
- Morris Road0.2 km
- Motorway Bridge0.2 km
- St Josephs Parish Centre0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: PR60BP · Data under Open Government Licence