Derby Street is in Preston and in Preston district. PR1 1DT is located in the City Centre electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Preston. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Derby Street, Preston, PR1 1DT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR1 1DX, PR1 3DH, PR1 1DY, PR1 3BS, PR1 1EL, PR1 3DD, PR1 3BT, PR1 3BQ, PR1 3YR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PR1 1DT is primarily male, with 56.7% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 43.2% | 43.3% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -7.7% |
| Male | 56.8% | 56.7% | -0.1% | 49.0% | 7.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around PR1 1DT, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 82.5% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 75.1% | 82.5% | 7.4% | 37.9% | 44.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 10.5% | 8.5% | -2.0% | 44.2% | -35.7% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.7% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 11% | 5.8% | -5.2% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.4% | 45.3% | -1.1% | 48.4% | -3.1% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 38.8% | 1.6% | 33.6% | 5.2% |
| Fair health | 10.4% | 9.5% | -0.9% | 12.7% | -3.2% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 3% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 3.4% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
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 1DT this area, 5.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.4% | 5.8% | -8.6% | 18.2% | -12.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 4.5% | -8.2% | 9.6% | -5.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 7.6% | -6.8% | 13.4% | -5.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 20.4% | 39.7% | 19.3% | 16.9% | 22.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.7% | 35.7% | 7.0% | 33.8% | 1.9% |
| Other | 8.3% | 4.5% | -3.8% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 71.5% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 3.3% | 10.2% | 6.9% | 3.1% | 7.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 4.4% | 0.9% | -3.5% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 6.4% | 6.4% | 2.5% | 3.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.0% | 0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 71.6% | 71.5% | -0.1% | 81.4% | -9.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Arab | 11.5% | 1.7% | -9.8% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Other | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 65.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.6% | 65.4% | -6.2% | 83.2% | -17.8% |
| European Union | 4.4% | 14.3% | 9.9% | 6.1% | 8.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 4.3% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 19.7% | 12.1% | -7.6% | 5.6% | 6.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 69.9% | 65.4% | -4.5% | 83.2% | -17.8% |
| 10+ Years | 13.1% | 11.7% | -1.4% | 9.8% | 1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 10.9% | 6.1% | -4.8% | 2.9% | 3.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 4.8% | 3.7% | 2.2% | 2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 12.1% | 7.2% | 1.9% | 10.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.2% | 76.7% | -11.5% |
| Ireland | 5.2% | 0.6% | 4.6% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Spain | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 3% | 1.3% | 1.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North Africa | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 6.5% | 1.2% | 5.3% |
| Central and South America | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 9.1% | 13.5% | -4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.9% | 37.2% | -4.3% |
| Christian | 39% | 46.2% | -7.2% |
| Hindu | 3% | 1.7% | 1.3% |
| Muslim | 14.3% | 6.5% | 7.8% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 10.4% | 6.0% | 4.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Derby Street was 2727.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 594.6% higher than the City Centre average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Derby Street has the 3rd highest crime rate of 60 local areas in City Centre and the 3rd highest crime rate of 447 local areas in Preston .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 1370.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.5%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Derby Street, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2011-07-26 | £70,367 |
| 14 Derby Street, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £51,000 | 2011-05-24 | £78,984 |
| 15 Derby Street, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £30,000 | 2009-05-22 | £46,019 |
| 3 Derby Street, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £84,250 | 2007-12-07 | £104,296 |
| 2 Derby Street, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2004-07-21 | £90,032 |
PR1 1DT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 student residents living in PR1 1DT area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 76 |
| Full-Time Employee | 51 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 49 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Part-Time Employee | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Retired | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoneygate Nursery School Stoneygate Walk , PR1 3XU | 3out of 4 | 325 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Ignatius' Catholic Primary School, Preston St Ignatius Square , PR1 1TT | 3out of 4 | 501 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ignatius' Catholic Primary School St Ignatius Square , PR1 1TT | - not rated | 501 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's Catholic Primary School St Austin's Place , Avenham PR1 3YJ | - not rated | 573 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, Preston St Austin's Place , Avenham PR1 3YJ | 3out of 4 | 573 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's RC Primary School St Wilfrid's Street , PR1 2US | - not rated | 796 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eden Boys' School, Preston Adelaide Street , PR1 4BD | 4out of 4 | 670 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| Preston Muslim Girls High School Deepdale Mill Street , PR1 5BY | 4out of 4 | 984 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| St John Fisher RC School Lawrence Avenue , PR1 4LX | - not rated | 1,149 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Catholic High School Lawrence Avenue , Frenchwood PR1 4PR | 1out of 4 | 1,252 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Catholic High School Lawrence Avenue , Frenchwood PR1 4PR | - not rated | 1,252 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 | 537 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancaster University School of Mathematics 67-69 London Road , PR1 4BA | - not rated | 667 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston College Fulwood Campus , St Vincent's Road PR2 8UR | - not rated | 2,903 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imam Muhammad Zakariya School 2 Bairstow Street , PR1 3TN | - not rated | 673 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Balloon Learner Centre-Preston 22 Ribblesdale Place , PR1 3NA | - not rated | 862 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Central Lancashire Adelphi Building , PR1 2HE | - not rated | 963 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Muslim Girls' Secondary School Unit 1 , 36 Deepdale Mill Street PR1 6QL | - not rated | 963 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Preston Muslim Girls' High School Unit 1 , 36 Deepdale Mill Street PR1 5BY | - not rated | 1,066 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carey Baptist Church | Pole Street | 22 yd | |
| Khao Thai Eatery | 51 Church Street | 54 yd | |
| The Maharaja Restaurant | 45 Church Street | 63 yd | |
| Fattwins Preston Limited | 15-17 Manchester Road | 142 yd | |
| Seventh Day Adventist Church Hall | Grimshaw Street | 148 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bear's Paw | 42 Church Street | 63 yd | |
| Blitz | Church Row | 101 yd | |
| Blue Bell Inn | 114 Church Street | 127 yd | |
| Sylvester's Bar & Soul Suite | 118-119 Church Street | 159 yd | |
| Popworld | 13 Church Street | 197 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Marys | 8 Grimshaw Street | 148 yd | |
| Aliz | 131a Church Street | 159 yd | |
| Pepe's Piri Piri | 122 Church Street | 159 yd | |
| Fresh N Fast | 135c Church Street | 159 yd | |
| Sandos (UK) Ltd | 130a Church Street | 159 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 5-11 St Johns Shopping Centre, Lancaster Way | 279 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Unit 4, Queens Retail Park, Queen Street | 453 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Unit 5, Queens Retail Park, Queen Street | 453 yd | |
| The Food Warehouse | Unit 4, Queens Retail Park, Queen Street | 453 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | Limehouse, Market Street | 499 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Real Gym Preston (Closed) 15-27 15-27 ORMSKIRK ROAD | health and fitness suite | 369 yd |
| Jd Gyms (Preston) LOWTHIAN HOUSE LOWTHIAN HOUSE MARKET STREET | health and fitness suite | 476 yd |
| Cardinal Newman College LARK HILL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 537 yd |
| St Augustine'S Leisure Centre ST AUGUSTINES AVENHAM CENTRE ST AUGUSTINES AVENHAM CENTRE ST AUSTINS PLACE | health and fitness suite | 576 yd |
| Eden Boys’ School Preston UNIVERSAL HOUSE UNIVERSAL HOUSE ADELAIDE STREET | 663 yd | |
| Reviva Health Club For Women (Preston) (Closed) Hill Street | health and fitness suite | 747 yd |
| Muscle Alley Deepdale (Closed) Unit 6 Unit 6 Essex Street | health and fitness suite | 816 yd |
| Bodyshapers (Closed) Corporation Street | health and fitness suite | 833 yd |
| Impact Health Studio (Closed) Trout Street | health and fitness suite | 858 yd |
| Sir Tom Finney Sports Centre | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 962 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 | 92.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 92.3% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.