Postcode Analysis Chorley, North West

PR6 0PH House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

316

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 36,500 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PR6 0PH falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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4/10
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6/10
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10/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. PR6 0PH spans multiple life stages — average age 36, moderate ownership and renting. Young average age (36) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.

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

PR6 0PH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.8km from Chorley Moor in Chorley. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Chorley East ward and the Chorley constituency.

The people who live in PR6 0PH are typical of a striving suburban area — non-UK born households working to get ahead. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 36 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. The area has a notably diverse population — 34% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Chorley.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 95 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 0PH are sourced from Output Area E00126513 (shared with 10 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 0PH. The average age is 36.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British66.1%
Asian / British Asian28.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed5.3%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 2%
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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 0PH is above average at 95 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 offences195
Anti-social behaviour165
Criminal damage and arson52
Public order40
Shoplifting32

school Local Schools

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Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley

Good218 pupils0.3 km
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Chorley St James' Church of England Primary School

Good228 pupils0.5 km
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Highfield Community Primary School

Good254 pupils0.5 km
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Highfield Nursery School

Outstanding82 pupils0.6 km
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Duke Street Nursery School

Outstanding134 pupils0.6 km
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Duke Street Primary School

Good330 pupils0.6 km
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Albany Academy

Good720 pupils0.8 km
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St George's Church of England Primary School, Chorley

Outstanding297 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

33 nearby
  • Lamplighter0.6 km
  • The Imperial0.6 km
  • The White Bull0.5 km
  • Bootleggers Bar0.5 km
  • Sams Bar0.3 km
  • + 28 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

40 nearby
  • Bay Leaf0.6 km
  • Golden Plaice0.7 km
  • Tapas Esteban0.6 km
  • The Old Stables Vintage Tea Shop0.7 km
  • Caffe Latte0.6 km
  • + 35 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

45 nearby
  • China Star0.5 km
  • McKrisps0.2 km
  • Subway0.3 km
  • Golden Star0.7 km
  • Gourmet Takeaway Chorley0.5 km
  • + 40 more
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Retailers - Other

53 nearby
  • Eat My Logo Ltd0.6 km
  • One Stop Shop (Londis)0.9 km
  • Roras Desserts0.9 km
  • Tony's Off Licence0.6 km
  • Bowen Pies0.7 km
  • + 48 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Duke Of York0.5 km
  • Panache Lounge0.6 km
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Cowling Stores0.5 km
  • Marks And Spencer Simply Foods0.5 km
  • Asda0.5 km
  • Booths0.6 km
  • Iceland Frozen Foods plc0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chorley0.3 km
  • Buckshaw Parkway3.7 km
  • Euxton Balshaw Lane4.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Eldon Street0.2 km
  • Eldon Street0.2 km
  • Sacred Heart RCPS0.2 km
  • Worthy Street0.2 km
  • Rail Station0.3 km