Aldate Grove is in Ashton On Ribble, Preston and in Preston district. PR2 1JY is located in the Ashton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Preston. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Aldate Grove, Ashton On Ribble, Preston, PR2 1JY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR2 1JT, PR2 1JX, PR2 1JS, PR2 1JR, PR2 1JQ, PR2 1SH, PR2 1JU, PR2 1JL, PR2 1JN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PR2 1JY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 53% | 4.0% | 51.0% | 2.0% |
| Male | 51% | 47% | -4.0% | 49.0% | -2.0% |
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 | 21% | 24.5% | 3.5% | 37.9% | -13.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.3% | 48.6% | -5.7% | 44.2% | 4.4% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.6% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 12.9% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 3.8% |
| Widowed | 12.7% | 12.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 6.3% |
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 | 40% | 40.6% | 0.6% | 48.4% | -7.8% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 36% | 2.1% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 23.9% | 17.3% | -6.6% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 4.9% | 3.6% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 30.3% | 21.5% | -8.8% | 18.2% | 3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 13.8% | 1.4% | 9.6% | 4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 12.2% | -4.3% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.2% | 9.8% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 16.3% | 6.2% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.7% | 24.4% | 5.7% | 33.8% | -9.4% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.3% | 4.3% | 3.0% | 3.1% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.1% | 95.7% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 94.3% 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 | 98.4% | 94.3% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 2.5% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 94.7% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| Ireland | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 11.7% | 13.5% | -1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.3% | 37.2% | -11.9% |
| Christian | 67.3% | 46.2% | 21.1% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Sikh | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Aldate Grove was 57.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.0% lower than the Ashton average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Aldate Grove has the 38th lowest crime rate of 119 local areas in Ashton and the 138th lowest crime rate of 447 local areas in Preston .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -76.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Aldate Grove, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £136,000 | 2022-09-02 | £150,947 |
| 5 Aldate Grove, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £192,250 | 2017-01-17 | £278,440 |
| 4 Aldate Grove, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £164,000 | 2016-04-22 | £236,000 |
| 8 Aldate Grove, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £169,000 | 2013-10-31 | £252,599 |
| 4 Aldate Grove, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £127,500 | 2010-10-08 | £193,931 |
PR2 1JY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 retired residents living in PR2 1JY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 91 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| 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 | 3,564 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashton-on-Ribble St Andrew's Church of England Primary School Tulketh Road , Ashton-on-Ribble PR2 1EQ | - not rated | 357 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ingol Community Primary School Whitby Avenue , Ingol PR2 3YP | 3out of 4 | 1,074 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Poulton Street , Ashton PR2 2SA | - not rated | 1,127 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Preston Poulton Street , Ashton PR2 2SA | 3out of 4 | 1,127 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School, Ingol, Preston 59 Whitby Avenue , Ingol PR2 3YP | 3out of 4 | 1,232 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashton Community Science College Aldwych Drive , Ashton PR2 1SL | 3out of 4 | 744 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tulketh Community Sports College Tag Lane , Ingol PR2 3TX | - not rated | 1,021 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert Mayne School St Anthony's Drive , Fulwood PR2 3SQ | - not rated | 1,480 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Catholic High School St Anthony's Drive , Fulwood PR2 3SQ | 3out of 4 | 1,601 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulwood High School and Arts College Black Bull Lane , Fulwood PR2 9YR | - not rated | 2,400 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,205 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman College Lark Hill Road , PR1 4HD | - not rated | 4,052 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancaster University School of Mathematics 67-69 London Road , PR1 4BA | - not rated | 4,207 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Focus Education Cottam Business Centre , Cottam Lane PR2 1AF | - not rated | 213 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whinfield Study Trust 133 Waterloo Road , Ashton-on-Ribble PR2 1EN | - not rated | 799 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Langdale Academy for Personalised Learning 265 Tag Lane , Ingol PR2 3TY | - not rated | 1,036 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Larches House Special School Larches Lane , Ashton-on-Ribble PR2 1QE | - not rated | 1,293 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal Cross Primary School for the Deaf Elswick Road , Ashton-on-Ribble PR2 1NT | - not rated | 1,295 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dessert Cabin | 76 Pedders Lane | 466 yd | |
| Parkside Cafe Bar | 497 Blackpool Road | 720 yd | |
| Volare | 458 Blackpool Road | 727 yd | |
| Clockwork Bistro | 216 Tulketh Brow | 871 yd | |
| Brown Sugar Preston | 415 Blackpool Road | 980 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lane Ends | 442 Blackpool Road | 701 yd | |
| Parkfield Labour Club | Parkfield Labour Club, Fulshaw Road | 749 yd | |
| The Aviary | 452 Blackpool Road | 771 yd | |
| The Tap End | 450 Blackpool Road | 774 yd | |
| Thurlby Club LMRCA | 47 Egerton Road | 842 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King Kod | 632 Blackpool Road | 459 yd | |
| Tiger Belly | 468 Blackpool Road | 701 yd | |
| Honest Jon | 445 Blackpool Road | 721 yd | |
| Delicachix | 14 Woodplumpton Road | 834 yd | |
| 3BZ / Curry Drive | 434 Blackpool Road | 897 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop | 554-556 Blackpool Road | 344 yd | |
| Cadley Spar | 116-118 Woodplumpton Road | 956 yd | |
| Spar | 439 Blackpool Road | 980 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ashton Park BLACKPOOL ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 503 yd |
| Haslam Park HASLAM PARK HASLAM PARK BRISTOW AVENUE | tennis courts | 510 yd |
| Ashton Community Science College ALDWYCH DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 748 yd |
| Ingol Community Primary School WHITBY AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,061 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 | 71.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 79.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.