Postcode Analysis Chorley, North West

PR6 0JR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PR6 0JR.

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Population

328

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 40,400 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PR6 0JR 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.

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4/10
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7/10
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2/10
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7/10
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2/10
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8/10
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2/10
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9/10
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Area Character

PR6 0JR has a significant social housing presence — 62% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

PR6 0JR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Botany in Chorley. Administratively it sits within Chorley North & Astley ward and the Chorley constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, PR6 0JR is 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. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 62% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. 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 0JR are sourced from Output Area E00126535 (shared with 6 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 0JR. The average age is 34.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.2%
Asian / British Asian1.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 5%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

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

Crime around PR6 0JR is moderate at 53 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 offences86
Anti-social behaviour51
Criminal damage and arson20
Other theft8
Drugs7

school Local Schools

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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Chorley

Good200 pupils0.2 km
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St Peter's CofE Primary School Chorley

Good332 pupils0.5 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 pupils1.0 km
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Highfield Nursery School

Outstanding82 pupils1.0 km
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Highfield Community Primary School

Good254 pupils1.0 km
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Chorley St James' Church of England Primary School

Good228 pupils1.3 km
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Chorley Astley Park School

Outstanding170 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Saint Josephs Parish Centre0.3 km
  • The Lock And Quay0.4 km
  • The Derby Arms1.0 km
  • East Ward Conservative Club0.9 km
  • The Masons Arms0.3 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Dine Contract Catering At Missionary Training Centre0.8 km
  • Mellors Catering At St Michael's C Of E High School1.0 km
  • RVS Cafe0.9 km
  • Tuck Inn0.4 km
  • Boatel Cruises0.4 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.3 km
  • Farmfoods0.7 km
  • Asda0.7 km
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Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • J-SEAS0.4 km
  • Lee's Takeaway0.4 km
  • Fry Days Fish Bar0.4 km
  • Gwok Hing1.0 km
  • Shathi0.7 km
  • + 7 more
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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Chorley #3 Good Food Club0.3 km
  • H N Food & Wine Ltd0.6 km
  • Halls Bakery Ltd0.5 km
  • J McRobbs High Class Family Butchers And Delicatessen LTD0.7 km
  • Froom Street Stores0.9 km
  • + 5 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chorley1.3 km
  • Buckshaw Parkway2.9 km
  • Euxton Balshaw Lane3.5 km

Bus Stops

  • St Josephs Parish Centre0.3 km
  • Morris Road0.4 km
  • Beaconsfield Terrace0.4 km
  • Beaconsfield Terrace0.4 km
  • Motorway Bridge0.4 km