Postcode Analysis Chorley, North West

SHAW HILL DRIVE, PR6 7PN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHAW HILL DRIVE, PR6 7PN.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

409

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 53,200 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PR6 7PN is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10
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10/10
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5/10
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9/10
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1/10
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9/10
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6/10
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10/10
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10/10
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Area Character

PR6 7PN is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £730k, 98% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £730k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

PR6 7PN is a sought-after residential area on Shaw Hill Drive, 0.3km from Shaw Hill in Whittle-le-Woods. Administratively it sits within Buckshaw & Whittle ward and the Chorley constituency.

For serious buyers, PR6 7PN is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 44) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 98% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £730k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for PR6 7PN are sourced from Output Area E00126632 (shared with 15 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 7PN. The average age is 43.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.9%
Asian / British Asian6.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.5%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 0%
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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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 625,000

4 sales · Mean £ 637,500

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

PR6 7PN has low crime rates — 18 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 offences14
Anti-social behaviour13
Public order3
Burglary2
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Whittle-le-Woods Church of England Primary School

Good242 pupils0.6 km
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Trinity Church of England/Methodist Primary School, Buckshaw Village

Good626 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Elliot's Bistro0.6 km
  • Shaw Hill Golf Club0.1 km
  • Whittle Vintage Tearooms0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-Op1.0 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Golden House0.8 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Jubilee Service Station0.6 km
  • Whittle Pharmacy0.6 km
  • All You Knead (Whittle) Limited0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Sea View Inn0.8 km
  • The Roebuck Inn0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Buckshaw Parkway2.0 km
  • Euxton Balshaw Lane2.7 km
  • Chorley3.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Shaw Hill Golf Club0.1 km
  • Shaw Brow0.1 km
  • Shaw Hill Golf Club0.1 km
  • The Roebuck0.3 km
  • The Roebuck0.3 km