Cambridge Close is in Preston and in Preston district. PR1 7PR is located in the Plungington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Preston. This postcode has been in use since 1983-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cambridge Close, Preston, PR1 7PR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR1 7TH, PR1 7NN, PR1 7SL, PR1 7RE, PR1 7SU, PR1 7UG, PR1 7RU, PR1 7RB, PR1 7RN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PR1 7PR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 50.8% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 48.1% | 49.2% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 7PR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.5% 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 | 33.7% | 45.5% | 11.8% | 37.9% | 7.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 25% | 18.6% | -6.4% | 44.2% | -25.6% |
| Separated | 5.2% | 4.8% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 2.6% |
| Divorced | 18.6% | 17.4% | -1.2% | 9.1% | 8.3% |
| Widowed | 17.4% | 13.8% | -3.6% | 6.1% | 7.7% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (51.4%) 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 | 20% | 19.6% | -0.4% | 48.4% | -28.8% |
| Good health | 26.5% | 31.8% | 5.3% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 25.9% | 30.2% | 4.3% | 12.7% | 17.5% |
| Bad health | 21.1% | 11.7% | -9.4% | 4.0% | 7.7% |
| Very bad health | 6.5% | 6.7% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 5.5% |
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 7PR this area, 45.8% 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 13.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 55.2% | 45.8% | -9.4% | 18.2% | 27.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.4% | 13.1% | 6.7% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.5% | 11.9% | 1.4% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 5.4% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 7.7% | -1.0% | 16.9% | -9.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.6% | 13.1% | 1.5% | 33.8% | -20.7% |
| Other | 2.9% | 3% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 8.1% | 7.2% | -0.9% | 3.1% | 4.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 2.8% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 84.9% | 84.4% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 3.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 83.2% 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 | 87.6% | 83.2% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 0.0% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 5% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.9% | 8.9% | 3.0% | 5.6% | 3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 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 | 87.6% | 82.3% | -5.3% | 83.2% | -0.9% |
| 10+ Years | 2.2% | 7.7% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -2.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 3.9% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.5% | 3.9% | -2.6% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 50.3% | 76.7% | -26.4% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 3.4% | 1.3% | 2.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 6.1% | 1.2% | 4.9% |
| No passport held | 37.4% | 13.5% | 23.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.9% | 37.2% | -9.3% |
| Christian | 50.8% | 46.2% | 4.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 6.7% | 1.7% | 5.0% |
| Muslim | 4.5% | 6.5% | -2.0% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.9% | 6.0% | 2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cambridge Close was 116.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.9% lower than the Deepdale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cambridge Close has the 16th lowest crime rate of 34 local areas in Deepdale and the 173rd highest crime rate of 448 local areas in Preston .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 48.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Cambridge Close, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2018-03-02 | £126,626 |
| 19 Cambridge Close, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2016-02-29 | £126,789 |
| 27 Cambridge Close, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £76,000 | 2007-01-22 | £100,852 |
| 19 Cambridge Close, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2006-08-25 | £140,223 |
| 19 Cambridge Close, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2006-08-16 | £140,223 |
The percentage of retired residents living in PR1 7PR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 53 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 32 |
| Full-Time Employee | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Self-Employed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Education | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoneygate Nursery School Stoneygate Walk , PR1 3XU | 3out of 4 | 1,741 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eldon Primary School Eldon Street , PR1 7YE | 4out of 4 | 314 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, Preston Sizer Street , PR1 7DR | 3out of 4 | 381 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Roebuck School Inkerman Street , Ashton PR2 2BN | 2out of 4 | 810 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ignatius' Catholic Primary School St Ignatius Square , PR1 1TT | 2out of 4 | 1,148 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Poulton Street , Ashton PR2 2SA | 3out of 4 | 1,332 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 1,248 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Archbishop Temple School, A Church of England Specialist College St Vincent's Road , Fulwood PR2 8RA | 4out of 4 | 1,659 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Muslim Girls High School Deepdale Mill Street , PR1 5BY | 4out of 4 | 1,706 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Our Lady's Catholic High School St Anthony's Drive , Fulwood PR2 3SQ | 4out of 4 | 1,848 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corpus Christi Catholic High School St Vincent's Road , Fulwood PR2 8QY | 3out of 4 | 2,019 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 | 1,865 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman College Lark Hill Road , PR1 4HD | - not rated | 2,130 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abrar Academy 34-36 Garstang Road , PR1 1NA | - not rated | 377 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Moorbrook School Ainslie Road , Fulwood PR2 3DB | 3out of 4 | 741 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Central Lancashire Adelphi Building , PR1 2HE | - not rated | 1,011 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Acorns Primary School Moor Park , Blackpool Road PR1 6AU | 3out of 4 | 1,282 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Larches High School Moor Park , PR1 6AA | 3out of 4 | 1,325 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuscany Cafe | 67 Plungington Road | 209 yd | |
| RK Dining | 75-79 Plungington Road | 223 yd | |
| Cafe Emmanuel | Plungington Community Centre, Brook Street | 286 yd | |
| I Smile Cafe | 113 Plungington Road | 320 yd | |
| Red Rose Bowl | 50 Greenbank Street | 443 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arkwrights | 29-33 Plungington Road | 186 yd | |
| Moor Park Hotel | Moor Park Hotel, 15 Garstang Road | 213 yd | |
| Emmanuel Social Club | 77 Emmanuel Street | 253 yd | |
| The Wellfield Arms | 187 Adelphi Street | 312 yd | |
| The Eldon Hotel | 17 Eldon Street | 329 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hajis Food Hut | 46 Plungington Road | 147 yd | |
| Pizza Hut (Delivery) | 36 Plungington Road | 148 yd | |
| Vegas | 30 Plungington Road | 148 yd | |
| The Chicken Shop | 52 Plungington Road | 148 yd | |
| Roasta Preston Ltd | 43 Plungington Road | 179 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar | 63-65 Plungington Road | 215 yd | |
| Preston Retail Store Limited | 96 Plungington Road | 321 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 75 Moor Lane | 392 yd | |
| Iceland | 240-246 North Road | 527 yd | |
| Go Local | 197-199 Kent Street | 627 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Gym (Preston) NORTH ROAD RETAIL PARK NORTH ROAD RETAIL PARK BROOMFIELD MILL STREET | health and fitness suite | 446 yd |
| Ultra Flex Gym UNIT 2 UNIT 2 SHELLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 819 yd |
| Muscle Alley Deepdale (Closed) Unit 6 Unit 6 Essex Street | health and fitness suite | 892 yd |
| Sir Tom Finney Sports Centre | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 978 yd |
| Foster Sports Centre (Closed) | health and fitness suite | 1,048 yd |
| Bodyshapers (Closed) Corporation Street | health and fitness suite | 1,090 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 | 113.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.