Postcode Analysis Chorley, North West

EAVES LANE, PR6 0DU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EAVES LANE, PR6 0DU.

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Population

299

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 40,400 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PR6 0DU represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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3/10
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3/10
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7/10
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7/10
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5/10
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4/10
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7/10
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5/10
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7/10
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Area Character

PR6 0DU is an established family neighbourhood — 62% owner-occupation and an average age of 40 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

PR6 0DU is a safe, established residential area on Eaves Lane, 0.5km from Botany in Chorley. Administratively it sits within Chorley North & Astley ward and the Chorley constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 40) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for PR6 0DU are sourced from Output Area E00126543 (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 PR6 0DU. The average age is 39.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.3%
Asian / British Asian3.7%
Black / African / Caribbean2.0%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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

PR6 0DU has low crime rates — 46 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 offences117
Anti-social behaviour59
Criminal damage and arson29
Other theft11
Public order10

school Local Schools

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St Peter's CofE Primary School Chorley

Good332 pupils0.1 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Chorley

Good200 pupils0.3 km
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Highfield Nursery School

Outstanding82 pupils0.6 km
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Highfield Community Primary School

Good254 pupils0.6 km
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Chorley St James' Church of England Primary School

Good228 pupils0.9 km
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Chorley, the Parish of St Laurence Church of England Primary School

Good207 pupils0.9 km
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St Michael's Church of England High School

Good1134 pupils1.1 km
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Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley

Good218 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Malt N Hops0.8 km
  • No 3 Club0.8 km
  • The Derby Arms0.5 km
  • Saint Josephs Parish Centre0.3 km
  • The Lock And Quay0.5 km
  • + 3 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Uppercrust Peri Peri And Fried Chicken0.4 km
  • All Seasons Leisure Centre0.7 km
  • Luciano's At Chorley1.0 km
  • Calico Lounge1.0 km
  • Boatel Cruises0.5 km
  • + 3 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • Katy's Kitchen0.4 km
  • Railway Road Chippy0.5 km
  • Wing Sing0.2 km
  • Browns Chip Shop0.9 km
  • Oriental0.8 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Farmfoods0.7 km
  • Marks And Spencer Simply Foods1.0 km
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.2 km
  • Asda0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

14 nearby
  • Greenwoods General Store0.9 km
  • Maja Polish Shop1.0 km
  • Chorley #3 Good Food Club0.3 km
  • H N Food & Wine Ltd0.7 km
  • Halls Bakery Ltd0.1 km
  • + 9 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chorley1.0 km
  • Buckshaw Parkway3.3 km
  • Euxton Balshaw Lane3.9 km

Bus Stops

  • St Peters0.1 km
  • St Peters0.1 km
  • St Peters Street0.1 km
  • Morris Road0.1 km
  • Bretherton Arms0.2 km