Johns Pool is in Fulwood, Preston and in Preston district. PR2 3FY is located in the Greyfriars electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wyre and Preston North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Johns Pool, Fulwood, Preston, PR2 3FY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR2 3EY, PR2 3FQ, PR2 3ER, PR2 3EQ, PR2 3FR, PR2 3FU, PR2 3WY, PR2 3HA, PR2 3EU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PR2 3FY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.9% | 50.6% | -3.3% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 46.1% | 49.4% | 3.3% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 PR2 3FY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.8% 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 | 21.5% | 24.3% | 2.8% | 37.9% | -13.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.3% | 59.8% | -0.5% | 44.2% | 15.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 7.2% | 1.4% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 11.2% | 7.6% | -3.6% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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 | 37.2% | 46% | 8.8% | 48.4% | -2.4% |
| Good health | 44.3% | 36.2% | -8.1% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 12.7% | -2.9% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 4.8% | 3.0% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 20.7% | 16.6% | -4.1% | 18.2% | -1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.7% | 6.7% | -2.0% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 10.7% | -3.8% | 13.4% | -2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.7% | 4.3% | -4.4% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 18.2% | 7.5% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.6% | 40.3% | 9.7% | 33.8% | 6.5% |
| Other | 6.2% | 3.2% | -3.0% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 5.7% | 7.1% | 1.4% | 3.1% | 4.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 2.7% | 1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 92.9% | 83.6% | -9.3% | 81.4% | 2.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 86.5% 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 | 93.3% | 86.5% | -6.8% | 83.2% | 3.3% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 4.1% | 3.7% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5% | 9.1% | 4.1% | 5.6% | 3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 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 | 91.5% | 87% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 3.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 7% | 6.6% | 9.8% | -2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 0.6% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.7% | 2.8% | -2.9% | 1.9% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.9% | 76.7% | 4.2% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 13.1% | 13.5% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.5% | 37.2% | -14.7% |
| Christian | 58.2% | 46.2% | 12.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 3.2% | 1.7% | 1.5% |
| Muslim | 10.1% | 6.5% | 3.6% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Johns Pool was 103.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 111.7% higher than the Greyfriars average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Johns Pool has the 5th highest crime rate of 32 local areas in Greyfriars and the 193rd highest crime rate of 447 local areas in Preston .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 90.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Johns Pool, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2020-05-01 | £215,026 |
| 8 Johns Pool, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2019-10-21 | £231,692 |
| 2 Johns Pool, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2009-11-30 | £220,598 |
| 8 Johns Pool, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £107,000 | 2003-03-14 | £268,939 |
| 1 Johns Pool, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £69,950 | 1996-07-26 | £293,685 |
PR2 3FY 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 3FY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 82 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoneygate Nursery School Stoneygate Walk , PR1 3XU | 3out of 4 | 4,325 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen's Drive Primary School Black Bull Lane , Fulwood PR2 3LA | - not rated | 682 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Primary School Wychnor , Fulwood PR2 7EE | 3out of 4 | 721 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulwood and Cadley Primary School Cadley Causeway , Fulwood PR2 3QT | 3out of 4 | 1,038 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady and St Edward's Catholic Primary School, Preston Lightfoot Lane , Fulwood PR2 3LP | - not rated | 1,100 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady and St Edward's Catholic Primary School, Preston Lightfoot Lane , Fulwood PR2 3LP | 3out of 4 | 1,100 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fulwood High School and Arts College Black Bull Lane , Fulwood PR2 9YR | - not rated | 420 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulwood Academy Black Bull Lane , PR2 9YR | 3out of 4 | 420 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Catholic High School St Anthony's Drive , Fulwood PR2 3SQ | 3out of 4 | 941 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert Mayne School St Anthony's Drive , Fulwood PR2 3SQ | - not rated | 1,102 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thoma's More High School St Vincent's Road , Fulwood PR2 8QY | - not rated | 1,297 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 1,819 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancaster University School of Mathematics 67-69 London Road , PR1 4BA | - not rated | 4,599 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman College Lark Hill Road , PR1 4HD | - not rated | 4,654 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Pius X Preparatory School 200 Garstang Road , Fulwood PR2 8RD | - not rated | 1,337 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancashire Education Medical Services Childrens Ward 7 Royal Preston Hospital , Sharoe Green Lane PR2 9HT | - not rated | 1,424 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Langdale Academy for Personalised Learning 265 Tag Lane , Ingol PR2 3TY | - not rated | 1,671 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby School Lytham Road , Fulwood PR2 4JA | - not rated | 1,741 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorbrook School Ainslie Road , Fulwood PR2 3DB | - not rated | 1,872 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sai Surbhi | 323-325 Garstang Road | 820 yd | |
| The Ginger Bistro | 333 Garstang Road | 820 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 286 Garstang Road | 848 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Black Bull Hotel | 315 Garstang Road | 820 yd | |
| Crafty Beggars Ale House | 284b Garstang Road | 826 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pac Lunches | 74a Black Bull Lane | 812 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Conway Drive Conway Drive | grass pitches | 139 yd |
| Fulwood Academy BLACK BULL LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 420 yd |
| Fulwood Leisure Centre BLACK BULL LANE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 534 yd |
| Queens Drive Primary School BLACK BULL LANE | grass pitches | 681 yd |
| Our Lady'S Catholic High School ST. ANTHONYS DRIVE | grass pitches | 946 yd |
| Ingol Golf Course (Closed) Tanterton Hall Road | golf, squash courts | 987 yd |
| Preston Grasshoppers Rfc LIGHTFOOT GREEN LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,075 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 | 51.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 106.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.