PR6 9AR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Froom Street, 0.9km from Knowley in Chorley. Administratively it sits within Chorley East ward and the Chorley constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. An average age of 34 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 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 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for PR6 9AR are sourced from Output Area E00181971 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FROOM STREET, PR6 9AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FROOM STREET, PR6 9AR.
520
34
£ 36,500 /yr
61%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PR6 9AR 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
No single demographic signal dominates PR6 9AR — age 34, 91% ownership, 9% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PR6 9AR. 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
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PR6 9AR has low crime rates — 26 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
St Peter's CofE Primary School Chorley
Highfield Nursery School
Highfield Community Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Chorley
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley
Chorley, the Parish of St Laurence Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Prince Of Wales1.0 km
- East Ward Conservative Club0.8 km
- The Masons Arms0.9 km
- The Derby Arms0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Uppercrust Peri Peri And Fried Chicken0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- 3BZ1.0 km
- Katy's Kitchen0.7 km
- Wing Sing0.7 km
- Mama Mia0.7 km
- China Garden (Displaying Georges Fish And Chips)0.9 km
- + 4 more
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Froom Street Stores0.7 km
- Go Local0.9 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.7 km
- Greenwoods General Store0.9 km
- Halls Bakery Ltd0.7 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chorley1.3 km
- Buckshaw Parkway4.1 km
- Euxton Balshaw Lane4.6 km
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Postcode Profile: PR69AR · Data under Open Government Licence