Is PR6 8BD a safe place to live?

Yes, PR6 8BD is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 6 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of PR6 8BD?

The population for the PR6 8BD area is approximately 315 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Chorley, North West

PR6 8BD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PR6 8BD.

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

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Population

315

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 47,600 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PR6 8BD is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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9/10

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6/10

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2/10

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7/10

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1/10

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8/10

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3/10

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9/10

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1/10

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Area Character

PR6 8BD is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 85% 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 · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PR6 8BD is a safe, established residential area located 0.6km from Ollerton Fold in Chorley. Administratively it sits within Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton ward and the Chorley constituency.

For families considering a move, PR6 8BD represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 47) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for PR6 8BD are sourced from Output Area E00126499 (shared with 24 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 8BD. The average age is 47.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.6%

Asian / British Asian1.6%

Black / African / Caribbean0.3%

Other / Mixed3.5%

Economic Activity

51%Active

FT: 33%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

PR6 8BD has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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school Local Schools

Withnell Fold Primary School

Good84 pupils1.4 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Hoghton Arms0.7 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Barolo Restaurant1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Pleasington2.9 km
Cherry Tree4.4 km
Mill Hill (Lancashire)5.4 km

Bus Stops

Bury Lane End0.3 km
Bury Lane End0.4 km
Bury Lane0.5 km