PR6 9AL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.9km from Knowley in Chorley. Administratively it sits within Chorley East ward and the Chorley constituency.
For families considering a move, PR6 9AL represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 91% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (47% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for PR6 9AL are sourced from Output Area E00181971 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PR6 9AL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PR6 9AL.
520
34
£ 36,500 /yr
61%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PR6 9AL 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.
Area Character
PR6 9AL is a mixed residential postcode — average age 34, 91% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PR6 9AL. The average age is 33.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PR6 9AL has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Chorley St James' Church of England Primary School
Highfield Nursery School
Highfield Community Primary School
St Peter's CofE Primary School Chorley
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Chorley
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley
Chorley, the Parish of St Laurence Church of England Primary School
Albany Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Malt N Hops1.0 km
- No 3 Club1.0 km
- Prince Of Wales0.8 km
- East Ward Conservative Club0.6 km
- The Masons Arms0.8 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Uppercrust Peri Peri And Fried Chicken0.5 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Cowling Stores0.9 km
- Aldi Stores Ltd0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- 3BZ0.9 km
- Katy's Kitchen0.5 km
- Railway Road Chippy1.0 km
- Wing Sing0.5 km
- China Star0.9 km
- + 6 more
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Froom Street Stores0.5 km
- Go Local0.8 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.5 km
- Stump Lane Stores0.9 km
- Greenwoods General Store0.7 km
- + 6 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chorley1.1 km
- Buckshaw Parkway3.9 km
- Euxton Balshaw Lane4.5 km
Bus Stops
- Brown Street0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: PR69AL · Data under Open Government Licence