Postcode Analysis Chorley, North West

PR6 9AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PR6 9AL.

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Population

520

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 36,500 /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: 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.

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9/10
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7/10
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2/10
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10/10
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9/10
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3/10
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8/10
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7/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British96.3%
Asian / British Asian1.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.8%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

61%Active
FT: 47%
Unemployed: 1%
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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.

Anti-social behaviour18
Violence and sexual offences18
Criminal damage and arson6
Vehicle crime4
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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Chorley St James' Church of England Primary School

Good228 pupils0.5 km
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Highfield Nursery School

Outstanding82 pupils0.6 km
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Highfield Community Primary School

Good254 pupils0.6 km
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St Peter's CofE Primary School Chorley

Good332 pupils0.7 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Chorley

Good200 pupils0.9 km
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Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley

Good218 pupils1.0 km
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Chorley, the Parish of St Laurence Church of England Primary School

Good207 pupils1.4 km
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Albany Academy

Good720 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Uppercrust Peri Peri And Fried Chicken0.5 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Cowling Stores0.9 km
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.8 km
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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
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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