Garden Lane is in Penwortham, Preston and in South Ribble district. PR1 9AF is located in the Charnock electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Ribble. This postcode has been in use since 2017-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Garden Lane, Penwortham, Preston, PR1 9AF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR1 9TL, PR1 9SY, PR1 9SX, PR1 9RZ, PR1 9RY, PR1 9RG, PR1 9RW, PR1 9LU, PR1 9SH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PR1 9AF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 50.7% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 47.6% | 49.3% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around PR1 9AF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.6% 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 | 37.7% | 42.6% | 4.9% | 37.9% | 4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45% | 43.2% | -1.8% | 44.2% | -1.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 0.3% | -2.9% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 10.5% | -0.3% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 2.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.1% | 58% | 6.9% | 48.4% | 9.6% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 28% | -9.5% | 33.6% | -5.6% |
| Fair health | 8.5% | 10.4% | 1.9% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 2.4% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 13.4% | 14.6% | 1.2% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 10.9% | -0.1% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.6% | 15.2% | -4.4% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 6.1% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 17.9% | 3.0% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.2% | 35.3% | 2.1% | 33.8% | 1.5% |
| Other | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 3.4% | 3.9% | 0.5% | 3.1% | 0.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 92.3% | 88% | -4.3% | 81.4% | 6.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 95.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.3% | 95.4% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 94.7% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 2.9% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 1.4% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.2% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.2% | 76.7% | 11.5% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.5% | 37.2% | -2.7% |
| Christian | 55.6% | 46.2% | 9.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 2.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Garden Lane was 123.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.8% higher than the Charnock average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Garden Lane has the 11th highest crime rate of 41 local areas in Charnock and the 73rd highest crime rate of 369 local areas in South Ribble .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% 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 Garden Lane, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £243,900 | 2025-04-23 | £255,293 |
| 2 Garden Lane, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2018-01-24 | £305,386 |
| 1 Garden Lane, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2017-08-18 | £337,638 |
| 2 Garden Lane, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £216,000 | 2016-07-06 | £308,411 |
| 2 Garden Lane, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £216,000 | 2016-06-10 | £306,419 |
PR1 9AF 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 167 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 66 |
| Human health and social work activities | 52 |
| Manufacturing | 45 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 35 |
| Education | 31 |
| Construction | 29 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoneygate Nursery School Stoneygate Walk , PR1 3XU | 3out of 4 | 2,800 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsfold Primary School Martinfield Road , Penwortham PR1 9HJ | 3out of 4 | 987 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady and St Gerard's Roman Catholic Primary School, Lostock Hall Lourdes Avenue , Lostock Hall PR5 5TB | - not rated | 1,016 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School Buller Avenue , Penwortham PR1 9QQ | 2out of 4 | 1,254 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Penwortham Middleforth Church of England Primary School Hill Road South , Penwortham PR1 9YE | 3out of 4 | 1,263 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lostock Hall Community Primary School Linden Drive , Lostock Hall PR5 5AS | 3out of 4 | 1,361 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lostock Hall Academy Todd Lane North , Lostock Hall PR5 5UR | 3out of 4 | 1,484 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lostock Hall Community High School and Arts College Todd Lane North , Lostock Hall PR5 5UR | - not rated | 1,484 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Catholic High School Lawrence Avenue , Frenchwood PR1 4PR | 1out of 4 | 2,131 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Catholic High School Lawrence Avenue , Frenchwood PR1 4PR | - not rated | 2,131 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher RC School Lawrence Avenue , PR1 4LX | - not rated | 2,205 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 2,832 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancaster University School of Mathematics 67-69 London Road , PR1 4BA | - not rated | 3,180 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applebee Wood Community Specialist School Far Croft , Lostock Hall PR5 5SS | - not rated | 630 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Applebee Wood School Far Croft , Lostock Hall PR5 5SS | - not rated | 630 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ribble Autism School Emily Street , Lostock Hall PR5 5SZ | - not rated | 1,070 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Balloon Learner Centre-Preston 22 Ribblesdale Place , PR1 3NA | - not rated | 2,402 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancashire Education Medical Service Room B27 , County Hall PR1 8RJ | - not rated | 2,412 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pear Tree Inn | 155 Leyland Road, Penwortham | 731 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Moor Hey School FAR CROFT | grass pitches | 627 yd |
| St Cuthberts Playing Field Mercer Road | grass pitches | 811 yd |
| Lostock St Gerards Football Club WATERINGPOOL LANE | grass pitches | 824 yd |
| Vernon Carus Sports Club FACTORY LANE | grass pitches | 832 yd |
| Factory Lane Playing Fields SPORTS PAVILLION SPORTS PAVILLION FACTORY LANE | grass pitches | 942 yd |
| Kingsfold Primary School MARTINFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 987 yd |
| Kingsfold Playing Field Kingsfold Drive | grass pitches | 1,015 yd |
| Our Lady & St Gerards Roman Catholic Primary School LOURDES AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,019 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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.