PR6 0QN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Ridge Road, 0.6km from Cowling in Chorley. Administratively it sits within Chorley East ward and the Chorley constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, PR6 0QN is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 26% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £128k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for PR6 0QN are sourced from Output Area E00181946 (shared with 89 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RIDGE ROAD, PR6 0QN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RIDGE ROAD, PR6 0QN.
258
42
£ 36,500 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PR6 0QN 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.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 58% owner-occupation and average age 42, PR6 0QN has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £128k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PR6 0QN. The average age is 42.3. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 124,500
10 sales · Mean £ 117,400
Semi-Detached
£ 115,000
4 sales · Mean £ 118,125
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PR6 0QN has low crime rates — 49 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.
school Local Schools
Chorley St James' Church of England Primary School
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley
Highfield Community Primary School
Highfield Nursery School
Albany Academy
St George's Church of England Primary School, Chorley
Duke Street Nursery School
Duke Street Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
21 nearby- China Star0.2 km
- McKrisps0.7 km
- Subway0.8 km
- Gourmet Takeaway Chorley0.9 km
- China Garden (Displaying Georges Fish And Chips)0.4 km
- + 16 more
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Eat My Logo Ltd0.5 km
- Tony's Off Licence0.8 km
- J McRobbs High Class Family Butchers And Delicatessen LTD1.0 km
- Jewsons0.6 km
- Massa's Ice Cream Parlour1.0 km
- + 12 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Duke Of York0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Sams Bar0.9 km
- The Derby Arms0.7 km
- East Ward Conservative Club0.8 km
- Malt N Hops0.9 km
- No 3 Club0.9 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Jamun Tree0.9 km
- 92 (Chorley) ATC Squadron HQ0.7 km
- Uppercrust Peri Peri And Fried Chicken0.8 km
- McDonalds Restaurants Ltd0.9 km
- Inspire Cafe0.9 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Cowling Stores0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chorley0.8 km
- Buckshaw Parkway4.1 km
- Adlington (Lancashire)4.2 km
Bus Stops
- Crosse Hall Lane0.2 km
- Brookes Arms0.2 km
- Crosse Hall Lane0.2 km
- Crosse Hall Street0.3 km
- Lyons Lane0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: PR60QN · Data under Open Government Licence