PR6 0QH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Brownley Street, 0.5km from Cowling in Chorley. Administratively it sits within Chorley East ward and the Chorley constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, PR6 0QH is an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 49% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £115k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for PR6 0QH are sourced from Output Area E00126534 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BROWNLEY STREET, PR6 0QH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BROWNLEY STREET, PR6 0QH.
276
39
£ 36,500 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PR6 0QH 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
PR6 0QH has a significant social housing presence — 49% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PR6 0QH. The average age is 39.1. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 100,000
2 sales · Mean £ 100,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around PR6 0QH is moderate at 51 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
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley
Chorley St James' Church of England Primary School
Highfield Community Primary School
Albany Academy
Highfield Nursery School
St George's Church of England Primary School, Chorley
Duke Street Nursery School
Duke Street Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
22 nearby- China Star0.1 km
- McKrisps0.7 km
- Subway0.8 km
- Gourmet Takeaway Chorley0.9 km
- Magpie Catering1.0 km
- + 17 more
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- Eat My Logo Ltd0.5 km
- Tony's Off Licence0.8 km
- Jewsons0.5 km
- Massa's Ice Cream Parlour0.9 km
- Premier Eaves Lane0.4 km
- + 11 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Duke Of York0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- Sams Bar0.8 km
- The Derby Arms0.7 km
- East Ward Conservative Club0.8 km
- Chorley Sporting Club1.0 km
- Malt N Hops0.9 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Living Waters Church (Connect)1.0 km
- Jamun Tree0.9 km
- 92 (Chorley) ATC Squadron HQ0.7 km
- Uppercrust Peri Peri And Fried Chicken0.9 km
- McDonalds Restaurants Ltd0.9 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Cowling Stores0.1 km
- Asda1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chorley0.8 km
- Buckshaw Parkway4.1 km
- Adlington (Lancashire)4.2 km
Bus Stops
- Brookes Arms0.1 km
- Crosse Hall Lane0.2 km
- Crosse Hall Lane0.2 km
- Crosse Hall Street0.3 km
- Worthy Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: PR60QH · Data under Open Government Licence