Navigation Way is in Ashton On Ribble, Preston and in Preston district. PR2 2YY is located in the Ashton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Preston. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Navigation Way, Ashton On Ribble, Preston, PR2 2YY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR2 2YZ, PR2 2YW, PR2 2YX, PR2 2XB, PR2 2XD, PR2 2XE, PR2 2XF, PR2 2YJ, PR2 2GA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PR2 2YY is primarily male, with 56.8% of the population 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 | 38.7% | 43.2% | 4.5% | 51.0% | -7.8% |
| Male | 61.3% | 56.8% | -4.5% | 49.0% | 7.8% |
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 PR2 2YY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.4% 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 | 51.2% | 42.4% | -8.8% | 37.9% | 4.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26% | 35.1% | 9.1% | 44.2% | -9.1% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 10% | 4.9% | -5.1% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 10.2% | -0.2% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 2.4% | 4.1% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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 | 48.5% | 45.7% | -2.8% | 48.4% | -2.7% |
| Good health | 39.8% | 39% | -0.8% | 33.6% | 5.4% |
| Fair health | 8.3% | 10.9% | 2.6% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 3% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 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.
In the area around PR2 2YY this area, 7.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 53.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 6% | 7.8% | 1.8% | 18.2% | -10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 6.1% | -6.7% | 9.6% | -3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 8.6% | -5.4% | 13.4% | -4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 4.1% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 17.6% | 3.2% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 46% | 53.5% | 7.5% | 33.8% | 19.7% |
| Other | 4.4% | 2.4% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% | 0.7% | 1.2% |
| Indian | 1.9% | 5.3% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 2.2% |
| Pakistani | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 88.7% | 80.4% | -8.3% | 81.4% | -1.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 0.6% | 3.6% |
| Other | 1.1% | 3.8% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 2.2% |
In this area, 77.5% 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 | 90.2% | 77.5% | -12.7% | 83.2% | -5.7% |
| European Union | 3% | 5.2% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 1.5% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.4% | 12.7% | 9.3% | 5.6% | 7.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.7% | 77.5% | -11.2% | 83.2% | -5.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 8.6% | 7.5% | 9.8% | -1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 3% | 1.9% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 5.2% | 3.3% | 2.2% | 3.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.3% | 6.7% | 1.4% | 1.9% | 4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.7% | 76.7% | -2.0% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| North Africa | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Middle East | 4.2% | 0.1% | 4.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 2.3% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
| South-East Asia | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 9.4% | 13.5% | -4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.1% | 37.2% | -1.1% |
| Christian | 46.6% | 46.2% | 0.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 2.6% | 1.7% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 8.3% | 6.5% | 1.8% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Navigation Way was 795.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 400.2% higher than the Ashton average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Navigation Way has the 2nd highest crime rate of 118 local areas in Ashton and the 10th highest crime rate of 448 local areas in Preston .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 71.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 49 Victoria Mansions Navigation Way, Preston, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £147,500 | 2023-08-23 | £152,000 |
| Flat 55 Victoria Mansions Navigation Way, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2023-04-26 | £126,418 |
| Flat 28 Victoria Mansions Navigation Way, Preston, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2022-09-28 | £212,932 |
| Flat 64 Victoria Mansions Navigation Way, Preston, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2022-05-11 | £347,552 |
| Flat 32 Victoria Mansions Navigation Way, Preston, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2022-04-13 | £140,320 |
PR2 2YY 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 | 107 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Education | 15 |
| Information and communication | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoneygate Nursery School Stoneygate Walk , PR1 3XU | 3out of 4 | 3,045 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Poulton Street , Ashton PR2 2SA | 3out of 4 | 1,070 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton-on-Ribble St Andrew's Church of England Primary School Tulketh Road , Ashton-on-Ribble PR2 1EQ | 4out of 4 | 1,088 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Penwortham Primary School Crookings Lane , Penwortham PR1 0HU | 3out of 4 | 1,178 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Penwortham, St Teresa's Catholic Primary School Stanley Grove , Penwortham PR1 0JH | 3out of 4 | 1,343 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lea Community Primary School Greavestown Lane , Lea PR2 1PD | 3out of 4 | 1,687 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penwortham Priory Academy Crow Hills Road , Penwortham PR1 0JE | 2out of 4 | 1,277 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Community Science College Aldwych Drive , Ashton PR2 1SL | 3out of 4 | 1,554 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Penwortham Girls' High School Cop Lane , Penwortham PR1 0SR | 4out of 4 | 1,638 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| All Hallows Catholic High School Crabtree Avenue , Penwortham PR1 0LN | 4out of 4 | 2,558 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Catholic High School St Anthony's Drive , Fulwood PR2 3SQ | 4out of 4 | 2,789 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 3,552 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston College Fulwood Campus , St Vincent's Road PR2 8UR | - not rated | 3,980 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spen Brook School (former Hawes Side Library) , Hawes Side Lane FY4 5AJ | - not rated | 686 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Limes School 73A Taunton Road , Ashton under Lyne OL7 9DU | - not rated | 686 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Cedar Lodge School c/o Hexagon Care Services , Unit 1 Tustin Court PR2 2YQ | - not rated | 799 yd | Other independent special school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Royal Cross Primary School Elswick Road , Ashton-on-Ribble PR2 1NT | 4out of 4 | 1,417 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pioneer TEC Wallend Road , PR2 2HW | - not rated | 1,926 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starbucks | Starbucks, Mariners Way | 387 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurant | Mariners Way | 480 yd | |
| The Beach Hut Coffee Shop | Navigation Way | 482 yd | |
| KFC | Kentucky Fried Chicken, Port Way | 700 yd | |
| Costa | Odeon Cinema, Port Way | 701 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ribble Pilot | The Ribble Pilot, Mariners Way | 396 yd | |
| Thurlby Club LMRCA | 47 Egerton Road | 611 yd | |
| Ashton Bowling & Social Club | 34 Egerton Road | 611 yd | |
| The Wellington | 124 Tulketh Road | 853 yd | |
| The Grand Junction | 2 Watery Lane | 1,074 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shapla Tandoori | 56 Watery Lane | 892 yd | |
| Bizzie Lizzies Kitchen | 59 Wellington Road | 1,082 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Superstore | Mariners Way | 396 yd | |
| B&M Store | Mariners Way | 396 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Penwortham Golf Club BLUNDELL LANE | golf | 668 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Preston) PORT WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 699 yd |
| Queensway Playing Field Crookings Lane | grass pitches | 803 yd |
| Ashton Park BLACKPOOL ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,059 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% |
| Median download speed | 41.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 78.84 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 78.84 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 16.26 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.