Foster Croft is in Penwortham, Preston and in South Ribble district. PR1 0AN is located in the Howick & Priory electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Ribble. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Foster Croft, Penwortham, Preston, PR1 0AN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR1 0AL, PR1 0BP, PR1 0BQ, PR1 0AG, PR1 0AH, PR1 0AE, PR1 0AS, PR1 0BN, PR1 0AQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PR1 0AN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.9% | 52% | -0.9% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 47.1% | 48% | 0.9% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of PR1 0AN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 75.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.4% | 18.3% | -3.1% | 37.9% | -19.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.4% | 75.1% | 6.7% | 44.2% | 30.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 4.1% | 2.9% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -6.2% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 2.2% | -3.1% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.1% | 59.9% | 8.8% | 48.4% | 11.5% |
| Good health | 38.4% | 28.6% | -9.8% | 33.6% | -5.0% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 9.6% | 0.3% | 12.7% | -3.1% |
| Bad health | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around PR1 0AN this area, 3.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 58.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.5% | 3.3% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -14.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 7% | -3.9% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 11.7% | -1.8% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 4% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 13.6% | -1.1% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 48.9% | 58.6% | 9.7% | 33.8% | 24.8% |
| Other | 2.6% | 1.8% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 8.7% | 7.2% | 3.1% | 5.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.4% | 85.5% | -9.9% | 81.4% | 4.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 90.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.3% | 90.4% | -5.9% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 6.9% | 4.7% | 5.6% | 1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 90.6% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.3% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94% | 76.7% | 17.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Middle East | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 3.3% | 13.5% | -10.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 15% | 37.2% | -22.2% |
| Christian | 66.7% | 46.2% | 20.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 8.7% | 1.7% | 7.0% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Foster Croft was 37.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 41.4% lower than the Broad Oak average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Foster Croft has the 13th highest crime rate of 36 local areas in Broad Oak and the 125th lowest crime rate of 369 local areas in South Ribble .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Foster Croft, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £121,122 | 2023-05-23 | £126,332 |
| 7 Foster Croft, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £123,500 | 2021-07-02 | £145,768 |
| 2 Foster Croft, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2021-02-26 | £279,157 |
| 5 Foster Croft, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2018-08-16 | £232,245 |
| 10 Foster Croft, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2015-09-10 | £161,223 |
PR1 0AN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in PR1 0AN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 89 |
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 22 |
| Education | 21 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoneygate Nursery School Stoneygate Walk , PR1 3XU | 3out of 4 | 2,290 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penwortham Primary School Crookings Lane , Penwortham PR1 0HU | 3out of 4 | 1,021 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Penwortham, St Teresa's Catholic Primary School Stanley Grove , Penwortham PR1 0JH | 3out of 4 | 1,122 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's CofE School South Meadow Lane , PR1 8JN | 3out of 4 | 1,215 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Poulton Street , Ashton PR2 2SA | 3out of 4 | 1,317 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cop Lane Church of England Primary School, Penwortham Cop Lane , Penwortham PR1 9AE | 4out of 4 | 1,516 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penwortham Girls' High School Cop Lane , Penwortham PR1 0SR | 4out of 4 | 868 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Penwortham Priory Academy Crow Hills Road , Penwortham PR1 0JE | 2out of 4 | 1,238 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Hallows Catholic High School Crabtree Avenue , Penwortham PR1 0LN | 4out of 4 | 2,187 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Community Science College Aldwych Drive , Ashton PR2 1SL | 3out of 4 | 2,486 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Catholic High School Lawrence Avenue , Frenchwood PR1 4PR | 3out of 4 | 2,884 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardinal Newman College Lark Hill Road , PR1 4HD | - not rated | 2,778 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston College Fulwood Campus , St Vincent's Road PR2 8UR | - not rated | 4,002 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Lodge School c/o Hexagon Care Services , Unit 1 Tustin Court PR2 2YQ | - not rated | 640 yd | Other independent special school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Spen Brook School (former Hawes Side Library) , Hawes Side Lane FY4 5AJ | - not rated | 655 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Limes School 73A Taunton Road , Ashton under Lyne OL7 9DU | - not rated | 655 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| University of Central Lancashire Adelphi Building , PR1 2HE | - not rated | 1,629 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Imam Muhammad Zakariya School 2 Bairstow Street , PR1 3TN | - not rated | 1,983 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| No15 Cafe House | 11 - 15 Priory Lane, Penwortham | 542 yd | |
| Pane and Vino | 7 Priory Lane, Penwortham | 554 yd | |
| The Venue | Penwortham Arts Centre, The Venue | 585 yd | |
| 1260 Craft & Crust | 14C Liverpool Road, Penwortham | 611 yd | |
| Costa | Odeon Cinema, Port Way | 669 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ginjarale | 14A Liverpool Road, Penwortham | 589 yd | |
| Fairham's | 14 Liverpool Road, Penwortham | 606 yd | |
| No 16 On The Hill | 16 Liverpool Road, Penwortham | 614 yd | |
| The Fleece Inn | 39 Liverpool Road, Penwortham | 704 yd | |
| Empire Services Club | Hartington Road | 817 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lalbagh | 18A Liverpool Road, Penwortham | 620 yd | |
| Little India Cuisine | 32 Liverpool Road, Penwortham | 662 yd | |
| Relish | 36B Liverpool Road, Penwortham | 680 yd | |
| Fortune House | 57 Fishergate Hill | 836 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 73 Liverpool Road, Penwortham | 842 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Liverpool Road, Penwortham | 566 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl, West Strand | 854 yd | |
| Farm Foods | Unit 2 West Strand | 856 yd | |
| Morrisons Superstore | Mariners Way | 998 yd | |
| B&M Store | Mariners Way | 998 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Penwortham Golf Club BLUNDELL LANE | golf | 360 yd |
| Penwortham Holme Recreation Centre LIVERPOOL ROAD | grass pitches | 571 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Preston) PORT WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 671 yd |
| Queensway Playing Field Crookings Lane | grass pitches | 824 yd |
| Total Fitness (Preston) WEST STRAND | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 852 yd |
| Penwortham Girls High School COP LANE | grass pitches | 854 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 54.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 68.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.