Southern Parade is in Preston and in Preston district. PR1 4NH is located in the Fishwick & Frenchwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Preston. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Southern Parade, Preston, PR1 4NH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR1 4NP, PR1 4ND, PR1 4NB, PR1 4NL, PR1 4QF, PR1 4NA, PR1 4LY, PR1 4NJ, PR1 4NN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PR1 4NH has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% of residents 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 | 50.7% | 48.1% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 49.3% | 51.9% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
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 4NH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.9% 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 | 27.6% | 35.6% | 8.0% | 37.9% | -2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.6% | 51.9% | -4.7% | 44.2% | 7.7% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 4.7% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -4.4% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 7.1% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 | 41.5% | 43.5% | 2.0% | 48.4% | -4.9% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 37.2% | 1.1% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 12.7% | -2.1% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 5% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.3% | 23.8% | -7.5% | 18.2% | 5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.3% | 11.6% | 1.3% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 11.9% | -2.8% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 5.4% | -0.9% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 21.1% | 10.8% | 16.9% | 4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.7% | 24.1% | 2.4% | 33.8% | -9.7% |
| Other | 5.5% | 2% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 34.2% 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 | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.5% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 41.7% | 47.7% | 6.0% | 3.1% | 44.6% |
| Pakistani | 5% | 3.4% | -1.6% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.0% | 0.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 47.1% | 34.2% | -12.9% | 81.4% | -47.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
In this area, 73.9% 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 | 80.7% | 73.9% | -6.8% | 83.2% | -9.3% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 4.8% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 3.5% | 1.8% | 2.7% | 0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 13.7% | 15.5% | 1.8% | 5.6% | 9.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 80.4% | 73.3% | -7.1% | 83.2% | -9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 18.3% | 16.3% | 9.8% | 8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 15.4% | 5% | -10.4% | 1.9% | 3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78% | 76.7% | 1.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 2.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Middle East | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 11.7% | 13.5% | -1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 7.9% | 37.2% | -29.3% |
| Christian | 31% | 46.2% | -15.2% |
| Hindu | 3.4% | 1.7% | 1.7% |
| Muslim | 52.4% | 6.5% | 45.9% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Southern Parade was 69.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.5% lower than the City Centre average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Southern Parade has the 14th lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in City Centre and the 164th lowest crime rate of 448 local areas in Preston .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Southern Parade, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-05-15 | £191,271 |
| 16 Southern Parade, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2023-02-03 | £192,809 |
| 9 Southern Parade, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2022-03-25 | £186,946 |
| 25 Southern Parade, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £187,000 | 2021-02-23 | £221,983 |
| 23 Southern Parade, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2020-11-13 | £247,173 |
PR1 4NH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 4NH 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 Employee | 86 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Other | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Education | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoneygate Nursery School Stoneygate Walk , PR1 3XU | 3out of 4 | 790 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frenchwood Community Primary School Frenchwood Knoll , PR1 4LE | 3out of 4 | 221 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's Catholic Primary School St Austin's Place , Avenham PR1 3YJ | 3out of 4 | 407 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Olive School, Preston Vicarage Lane , PR2 8DW | 4out of 4 | 623 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton-le-Dale, St Leonard's Church of England Primary School Walton Green , Walton-le-Dale PR5 4JL | 3out of 4 | 1,329 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ignatius' Catholic Primary School St Ignatius Square , PR1 1TT | 2out of 4 | 1,388 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ The King Catholic High School Lawrence Avenue , Frenchwood PR1 4PR | 3out of 4 | 469 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Boys' School, Preston Adelaide Street , PR1 4BD | 4out of 4 | 668 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| Preston Muslim Girls High School Deepdale Mill Street , PR1 5BY | 4out of 4 | 1,529 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Moor Park High School and Sixth Form Moor Park Avenue , PR1 6DT | 2out of 4 | 2,062 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lostock Hall Academy Todd Lane North , Lostock Hall PR5 5UR | 3out of 4 | 2,980 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 371 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston College Fulwood Campus , St Vincent's Road PR2 8UR | - not rated | 3,719 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 | 974 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Central Lancashire Adelphi Building , PR1 2HE | - not rated | 1,721 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abrar Academy 34-36 Garstang Road , PR1 1NA | - not rated | 2,313 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Acorns Primary School Moor Park , Blackpool Road PR1 6AU | 3out of 4 | 2,453 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Larches High School Moor Park , PR1 6AA | 3out of 4 | 2,510 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preston Pirates BMX Club | Fishwick Recreation Ground | 347 yd | |
| Kind Kitchen | Frenchwood County Primary School, Frenchwood Knoll | 358 yd | |
| Lola | 119 London Road | 417 yd | |
| Manjaros | 79-81 London Road | 420 yd | |
| Starbucks Cafe | Cardinal Newman College, Lark Hill Road | 448 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frenchwood Social Club | Frenchwood Social Club, Bence Road | 76 yd | |
| Jalgos Sports & Social Club | Jalgos Sports And Social Club, Rose Street | 853 yd | |
| The Warehouse | 50 St Johns Place | 902 yd | |
| Blue Bell Inn | 114 Church Street | 906 yd | |
| Sylvester's Bar & Soul Suite | 118-119 Church Street | 907 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Yummy Takeaway | 89 London Road | 417 yd | |
| Jade City Chinese Takeaway | 139 London Road | 417 yd | |
| Cardinal Newman College | Pizza Neo, Lark Hill Road | 448 yd | |
| KDs Kitchen | 72-74 London Road | 518 yd | |
| Grams | 133 Manchester Road | 567 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Bargains | Unit 4, Queens Retail Park, Queen Street | 732 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Unit 5, Queens Retail Park, Queen Street | 732 yd | |
| The Food Warehouse | Unit 4, Queens Retail Park, Queen Street | 732 yd | |
| Lidl | New Hall Lane | 832 yd | |
| Waitrose Ltd | Waitrose, Waitrose Ltd | 846 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fishwick Recreation Ground LONDON ROAD | cycling, grass pitches | 320 yd |
| Christ The King Catholic High School LAWRENCE AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 413 yd |
| Cardinal Newman College LARK HILL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 446 yd |
| Impact Health Studio (Closed) Trout Street | health and fitness suite | 479 yd |
| St Augustine'S Leisure Centre ST AUGUSTINES AVENHAM CENTRE ST AUGUSTINES AVENHAM CENTRE ST AUSTINS PLACE | health and fitness suite | 494 yd |
| Frenchwood Park THE ESPLANADE | grass pitches | 576 yd |
| Fit4Less (Preston) CAPITOL TRADE PARK CAPITOL TRADE PARK WINERY LANE | health and fitness suite | 619 yd |
| Eden Boys’ School Preston UNIVERSAL HOUSE UNIVERSAL HOUSE ADELAIDE STREET | 682 yd | |
| Nuffield Health (Preston) CAPITOL CENTRE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 780 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 158.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.