Postcode Analysis Chorley, North West

PR6 7NS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PR6 7NS.

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Population

451

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 53,200 /yr

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Employed

61%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10
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6/10
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3/10
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10/10
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2/10
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7/10
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7/10
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7/10
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8/10
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Area Character

PR6 7NS is a mixed residential postcode — average age 37, 81% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

PR6 7NS is a sought-after residential area located 0.7km from Hill Top in Bamber Bridge. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Buckshaw & Whittle ward and the Chorley constituency.

This is a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for PR6 7NS are sourced from Output Area E00126629 (shared with 9 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 7NS. The average age is 36.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.4%
Asian / British Asian0.2%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed3.3%

Economic Activity

61%Active
FT: 43%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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

PR6 7NS has low crime rates — 20 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 offences33
Anti-social behaviour31
Criminal damage and arson5
Other theft3
Vehicle crime3

school Local Schools

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Clayton-le-Woods Manor Road Primary School

Good247 pupils0.8 km
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Whittle-le-Woods Church of England Primary School

Good242 pupils0.9 km
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Clayton-le-Woods Church of England Primary School

Good218 pupils1.1 km
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Westwood Primary School

Good186 pupils1.2 km
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St Bede's Catholic Primary School

Good225 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Elliot's Bistro0.8 km
  • Whittle Vintage Tearooms0.8 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-Op0.5 km
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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Golden House0.7 km
  • El Tano Empanadas0.2 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Lord Nelson1.0 km
  • Tutto0.8 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • The Dog Inn0.7 km
  • Travelodge Preston Chorley0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Bargain Booze0.1 km
  • MFG Clayton Green0.7 km
  • Whittle Pharmacy0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Buckshaw Parkway3.1 km
  • Leyland3.3 km
  • Euxton Balshaw Lane3.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Swansey Garage0.1 km
  • Swansey Garage0.1 km
  • Mill Lane0.2 km
  • Dog Inn0.2 km
  • Dog Inn0.3 km