Postcode Analysis Chorley, North West

OAKMERE, PR6 8RP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OAKMERE, PR6 8RP.

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

331

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 48,200 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PR6 8RP 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.

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8/10
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10/10
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7/10
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6/10
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2/10
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8/10
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6/10
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9/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, PR6 8RP combines high owner-occupation (94%), strong property values (£276k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £276k 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 8RP is a sought-after residential area on Oakmere, 0.4km from Clayton Green in Bamber Bridge. Administratively it sits within Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton ward and the Chorley constituency.

For serious buyers, PR6 8RP is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 94% 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 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £276k. 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 8RP are sourced from Output Area E00126624 (shared with 10 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 8RP. The average age is 39.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.5%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean2.7%
Other / Mixed4.3%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 276,000

3 sales · Mean £ 268,000

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

PR6 8RP has low crime rates — 24 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 offences34
Anti-social behaviour21
Criminal damage and arson8
Drugs3
Vehicle crime3

school Local Schools

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Westwood Primary School

Good186 pupils0.4 km
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Clayton-le-Woods Manor Road Primary School

Good247 pupils0.5 km
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St Bede's Catholic Primary School

Good225 pupils0.6 km
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Clayton Brook Primary School

Good163 pupils1.1 km
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Clayton-le-Woods Church of England Primary School

Good218 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Brindle Distillery0.3 km
  • The Lord Nelson0.2 km
  • Tutto0.3 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Lidl Great Britain Limited0.6 km
  • Asda Stores Limited0.9 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • The Dog Inn0.1 km
  • Travelodge Preston Chorley0.3 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Bargain Booze1.0 km
  • MFG Clayton Green0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Panku0.7 km
  • Clayton Green Sports Centre0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Subway0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bamber Bridge3.2 km
  • Leyland3.5 km
  • Buckshaw Parkway3.9 km

Bus Stops

  • The Beeches0.1 km
  • The Beeches0.1 km
  • Westwood PS0.2 km
  • Osborne Drive0.2 km
  • Sheep Hill Lane0.4 km