Livesey Street is in Preston and in Preston district. PR1 4JQ 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 Livesey Street, Preston, PR1 4JQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR1 4JP, PR1 4HT, PR1 4JU, PR1 4NT, PR1 4BA, PR1 4NU, PR1 4BT, PR1 4HY, PR1 4JY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PR1 4JQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 51.4% | 2.5% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 51.1% | 48.6% | -2.5% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 41.5% | 40.7% | -0.8% | 37.9% | 2.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.3% | 30.2% | 0.9% | 44.2% | -14.0% |
| Separated | 8% | 1.9% | -6.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 14.9% | 19.1% | 4.2% | 9.1% | 10.0% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 8% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (63.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36.6% | 34.4% | -2.2% | 48.4% | -14.0% |
| Good health | 23% | 28.9% | 5.9% | 33.6% | -4.7% |
| Fair health | 20.9% | 20.6% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 7.9% |
| Bad health | 14.5% | 11.7% | -2.8% | 4.0% | 7.7% |
| Very bad health | 5.1% | 4.4% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 3.2% |
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 4JQ this area, 36% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 49.5% | 36% | -13.5% | 18.2% | 17.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 8.7% | -3.0% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 15.5% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 4.3% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.4% | 10.6% | 4.2% | 16.9% | -6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.4% | 21.7% | 15.3% | 33.8% | -12.1% |
| Other | 6.4% | 3.1% | -3.3% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 66.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 1.1% | 2.8% |
| Indian | 9.8% | 16.6% | 6.8% | 3.1% | 13.5% |
| Pakistani | 9.4% | 4.4% | -5.0% | 2.7% | 1.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 6.4% | 0.6% | -5.8% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| White | 72.3% | 66.3% | -6.0% | 81.4% | -15.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Other | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
In this area, 75.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.5% | 75.7% | -12.8% | 83.2% | -7.5% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 9.9% | 8.2% | 6.1% | 3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 4.4% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.7% | 8.3% | 0.6% | 5.6% | 2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.4% | 75.3% | -11.1% | 83.2% | -7.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 15.4% | 14.5% | 9.8% | 5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 6% | 4.7% | 2.2% | 3.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.4% | 0.5% | -8.9% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.9% | 76.7% | -14.8% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Portugal | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Poland | 5.5% | 1.3% | 4.2% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| North Africa | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 23.2% | 13.5% | 9.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.9% | 37.2% | -10.3% |
| Christian | 40.1% | 46.2% | -6.1% |
| Hindu | 4.9% | 1.7% | 3.2% |
| Muslim | 23.1% | 6.5% | 16.6% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Livesey Street was 134.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.9% lower than the City Centre average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Livesey Street has the 29th highest crime rate of 60 local areas in City Centre and the 140th highest crime rate of 447 local areas in Preston .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 78.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -83.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Livesey Street, Preston, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2023-11-03 | £71,150 |
| 6 Livesey Street, Preston, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2023-11-03 | £71,150 |
| 8 Livesey Street, Preston, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £54,000 | 2019-11-25 | £66,520 |
| 6 Livesey Street, Preston, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £54,000 | 2016-08-16 | £65,598 |
| 6 Livesey Street, Preston, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £28,600 | 2003-03-14 | £54,904 |
| Full-Time Employee | 45 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Other | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Education | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoneygate Nursery School Stoneygate Walk , PR1 3XU | 3out of 4 | 801 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Augustine's Catholic Primary School St Austin's Place , Avenham PR1 3YJ | - not rated | 534 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 | 534 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Frenchwood Community Primary School Frenchwood Knoll , PR1 4LE | 2out of 4 | 553 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's Church of England Primary Academy New Hall Lane , PR1 5XB | - not rated | 1,037 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston St Matthew's Church of England Primary School New Hall Lane , PR1 5XB | - not rated | 1,037 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | 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 | 292 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| St John Fisher RC School Lawrence Avenue , PR1 4LX | - not rated | 771 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Catholic High School Lawrence Avenue , Frenchwood PR1 4PR | 1out of 4 | 855 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Catholic High School Lawrence Avenue , Frenchwood PR1 4PR | - not rated | 855 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Muslim Girls High School Deepdale Mill Street , PR1 5BY | 4out of 4 | 1,170 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster University School of Mathematics 67-69 London Road , PR1 4BA | - not rated | 231 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman College Lark Hill Road , PR1 4HD | - not rated | 300 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston College Fulwood Campus , St Vincent's Road PR2 8UR | - not rated | 3,408 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 | 1,100 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Muslim Girls' Secondary School Unit 1 , 36 Deepdale Mill Street PR1 6QL | - not rated | 1,187 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 | 1,198 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Red Balloon Learner Centre-Preston 22 Ribblesdale Place , PR1 3NA | - not rated | 1,259 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Central Lancashire Adelphi Building , PR1 2HE | - not rated | 1,696 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manjaros | 79-81 London Road | 117 yd | |
| Lola | 119 London Road | 120 yd | |
| Cardinal Newman College | Costa Coffee, Lark Hill Road | 301 yd | |
| Starbucks Cafe | Cardinal Newman College, Lark Hill Road | 301 yd | |
| Cube Desserts Preston | 40 New Hall Lane | 387 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frenchwood Social Club | Frenchwood Social Club, Bence Road | 346 yd | |
| Blue Bell Inn | 114 Church Street | 650 yd | |
| The Bear's Paw | 42 Church Street | 729 yd | |
| Jalgos Sports & Social Club | Jalgos Sports And Social Club, Rose Street | 733 yd | |
| Sylvester's Bar & Soul Suite | 118-119 Church Street | 746 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Yummy Takeaway | 89 London Road | 120 yd | |
| Jade City Chinese Takeaway | 139 London Road | 120 yd | |
| KDs Kitchen | 72-74 London Road | 137 yd | |
| Cardinal Newman College | Pizza Neo, Lark Hill Road | 301 yd | |
| Kebabistanbul | 35 New Hall Lane | 439 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Bargains | Unit 4, Queens Retail Park, Queen Street | 385 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Unit 5, Queens Retail Park, Queen Street | 385 yd | |
| The Food Warehouse | Unit 4, Queens Retail Park, Queen Street | 385 yd | |
| Lidl | New Hall Lane | 443 yd | |
| Sun Market | Unit 6, Ribbleton Lane Trading, Crook Street | 646 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Impact Health Studio (Closed) Trout Street | health and fitness suite | 149 yd |
| Eden Boys’ School Preston UNIVERSAL HOUSE UNIVERSAL HOUSE ADELAIDE STREET | 292 yd | |
| Cardinal Newman College LARK HILL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 300 yd |
| Fishwick Recreation Ground LONDON ROAD | cycling, grass pitches | 425 yd |
| St Augustine'S Leisure Centre ST AUGUSTINES AVENHAM CENTRE ST AUGUSTINES AVENHAM CENTRE ST AUSTINS PLACE | health and fitness suite | 518 yd |
| Christ The King Catholic High School LAWRENCE AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 774 yd |
| Frenchwood Park THE ESPLANADE | grass pitches | 895 yd |
| Fit4Less (Preston) CAPITOL TRADE PARK CAPITOL TRADE PARK WINERY LANE | health and fitness suite | 945 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.