Ramsey Avenue is in Preston and in Preston district. PR1 6EN is located in the Brookfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Preston. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ramsey Avenue, Preston, PR1 6EN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR1 6ET, PR1 6EL, PR1 6EJ, PR1 6ER, PR1 6EQ, PR1 6EP, PR1 6HB, PR2 6YF, PR2 6YD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PR1 6EN has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 51% | 48.7% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 49% | 51.3% | 2.3% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 6EN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.5% 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 | 28.5% | 29.6% | 1.1% | 37.9% | -8.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.3% | 54.5% | -4.8% | 44.2% | 10.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 7.9% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 5.8% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 | 47.1% | 51.3% | 4.2% | 48.4% | 2.9% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 33.1% | 2.3% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 13.3% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 1.4% | -3.4% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 0.9% | -1.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 26.4% | 21.6% | -4.8% | 18.2% | 3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 10.4% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 11.2% | -4.7% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 9% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 18.7% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.7% | 25.2% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -8.6% |
| Other | 5.8% | 4% | -1.8% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 79.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 9.2% | 9.2% | 0.0% | 3.1% | 6.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.8% | 6% | 5.2% | 2.7% | 3.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 2% | 1.1% | -0.9% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 86% | 79.4% | -6.6% | 81.4% | -2.0% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 89.7% 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 | 89.6% | 89.7% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 6.5% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 4% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Africa | 3.6% | 2% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.4% | 4.3% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.8% | 89.7% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 6.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 9.2% | 8.9% | 9.8% | -0.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.8% | 0.3% | -2.5% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.3% | 0% | -7.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.9% | 76.7% | 8.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 11.7% | 13.5% | -1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 19.8% | 37.2% | -17.4% |
| Christian | 59.3% | 46.2% | 13.1% |
| Hindu | 2.6% | 1.7% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 9.2% | 6.5% | 2.7% |
| Sikh | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Other religion | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ramsey Avenue was 18.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 88.5% lower than the Brookfield average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Ramsey Avenue has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in Brookfield and the 21st lowest crime rate of 448 local areas in Preston .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 83.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 Ramsey Avenue, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2025-05-02 | £190,000 |
| 20 Ramsey Avenue, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2025-03-28 | £165,418 |
| 38 Ramsey Avenue, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2024-02-09 | £214,298 |
| 71 Ramsey Avenue, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £184,000 | 2021-09-07 | £209,856 |
| 59 Ramsey Avenue, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £133,000 | 2021-03-30 | £155,241 |
PR1 6EN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 97 |
| Retired | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoneygate Nursery School Stoneygate Walk , PR1 3XU | 3out of 4 | 2,753 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holme Slack Community Primary School Manor House Lane , PR1 6HP | 3out of 4 | 399 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Greenlands Community Primary School Dawnay Road , PR2 6BB | 3out of 4 | 747 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, Preston Blackpool Road , Deepdale PR1 6HQ | 4out of 4 | 824 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ribbleton Avenue Methodist Junior School Emerson Road , PR1 5SN | 3out of 4 | 939 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ribbleton Avenue Infant School Ribbleton Avenue , PR1 5RU | 4out of 4 | 971 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moor Park High School and Sixth Form Moor Park Avenue , PR1 6DT | 2out of 4 | 1,416 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Muslim Girls High School Deepdale Mill Street , PR1 5BY | 4out of 4 | 1,449 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Archbishop Temple School, A Church of England Specialist College St Vincent's Road , Fulwood PR2 8RA | 4out of 4 | 2,132 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Boys' School, Preston Adelaide Street , PR1 4BD | 4out of 4 | 2,202 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| Corpus Christi Catholic High School St Vincent's Road , Fulwood PR2 8QY | 3out of 4 | 2,478 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preston College Fulwood Campus , St Vincent's Road PR2 8UR | - not rated | 1,949 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman College Lark Hill Road , PR1 4HD | - not rated | 2,608 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Larches High School Moor Park , PR1 6AA | 3out of 4 | 1,302 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Acorns Primary School Moor Park , Blackpool Road PR1 6AU | 3out of 4 | 1,334 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Priory School Fulwood Row , Fulwood PR2 5RW | - not rated | 1,475 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Tom Finney Community High School Ribbleton Hall Drive , PR2 6EE | 3out of 4 | 1,562 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abrar Academy 34-36 Garstang Road , PR1 1NA | - not rated | 2,235 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nandos | Unit Fc2d - Nandos, Deepdale Shopping Park, Blackpool Road | 401 yd | |
| KFC | Unit Fc1 - Kfc, Deepdale Shopping Park, Blackpool Road | 401 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Restaurant | Deepdale Shopping Park, Blackpool Road | 401 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurants | Deepdale Shopping Park, Blackpool Road | 401 yd | |
| Five Guys | Unit Fc4, Deepdale Shopping Park, Blackpool Road | 512 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Hart | 230 Watling Street Road | 530 yd | |
| The Ribble Lodge | 199-201 Ribbleton Avenue | 964 yd | |
| Greenlands Club | 4 Chatburn Road | 967 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice King | 103 Ronaldsway | 159 yd | |
| Parmigiano | 105 Ronaldsway | 159 yd | |
| Coffee and Vape | 220 Watling Street Road | 466 yd | |
| Phatt Flavours | 222 Watling Street Road | 530 yd | |
| Empire Takeaway | 216 Watling Street Road | 530 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Londis | 42-46 Holme Slack Lane | 654 yd | |
| Tesco Superstore | 89-91 Blackpool Road | 666 yd | |
| Spar | 417-419 Watling Street Road | 678 yd | |
| One Stop Store | 119 Ribbleton Avenue | 681 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 412-414 Watling Street Road | 799 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fulwood Barracks WATLING STREET ROAD | grass pitches | 833 yd |
| West View Leisure Centre WEST VIEW | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,011 yd |
| Brookfields Community Primary School WATLING STREET ROAD | grass pitches | 1,061 yd |
| Lifestyle Fitness (Preston) FITNESS FIRST HEALTH CLUB FITNESS FIRST HEALTH CLUB BILL SHANKLY CRESCENT | health and fitness suite | 1,078 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 | 97.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 92.5% |
| 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 | 52.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 155.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.