Mayfield Gardens is in Ingol, Preston and in Preston district. PR2 3PH is located in the Cadley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Preston. This postcode has been in use since 2016-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mayfield Gardens, Ingol, Preston, PR2 3PH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR2 3UH, PR2 3UE, PR2 3UD, PR2 3UL, PR2 3TY, PR2 3UB, PR2 3TW, PR2 3TQ, PR2 3TS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PR2 3PH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% 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 | 53.1% | 52.8% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 46.9% | 47.2% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -1.8% |
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 | 29.3% | 32.1% | 2.8% | 37.9% | -5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.2% | 48.2% | 3.0% | 44.2% | 4.0% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 0.7% | -3.2% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 10.2% | -0.6% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 10.8% | 8.8% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36.7% | 42.9% | 6.2% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 43.3% | 33.2% | -10.1% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 14.1% | 18.4% | 4.3% | 12.7% | 5.7% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 4.4% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 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 | 26.3% | 16.8% | -9.5% | 18.2% | -1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 12.1% | -3.7% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 13.9% | -1.5% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.3% | 9.2% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 19.4% | 8.6% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.5% | 24.2% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -9.6% |
| Other | 3.9% | 4.4% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.7% | 4.1% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 1.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.5% | 0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 93.8% | 88.6% | -5.2% | 81.4% | 7.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 90.3% 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 | 95.4% | 90.3% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 5% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 90.3% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.5% | 6.5% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 1.2% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.3% | 76.7% | 2.6% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 13.3% | 13.5% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.3% | 37.2% | -12.9% |
| Christian | 63.6% | 46.2% | 17.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 2.3% | 1.7% | 0.6% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 4.4% | 6.5% | -2.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mayfield Gardens was 46.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.3% lower than the Ashton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mayfield Gardens has the 24th lowest crime rate of 119 local areas in Ashton and the 103rd lowest crime rate of 447 local areas in Preston .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| School House Mayfield Gardens, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2007-07-27 | £214,218 |
PR2 3PH 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 98 |
| Retired | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| 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 | 3,861 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anthony's Catholic Primary School, Preston St Anthony's Drive , Fulwood PR2 3SQ | 3out of 4 | 656 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Catholic Primary School St Anthony's Drive , Fulwood PR2 3SQ | - not rated | 656 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ingol Community Primary School Whitby Avenue , Ingol PR2 3YP | 3out of 4 | 756 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School, Ingol, Preston 59 Whitby Avenue , Ingol PR2 3YP | 3out of 4 | 834 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School, Ingol, Preston 59 Whitby Avenue , Ingol PR2 3YP | - not rated | 834 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tulketh Community Sports College Tag Lane , Ingol PR2 3TX | - not rated | 278 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert Mayne School St Anthony's Drive , Fulwood PR2 3SQ | - not rated | 656 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 | 687 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulwood High School and Arts College Black Bull Lane , Fulwood PR2 9YR | - not rated | 1,404 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulwood Academy Black Bull Lane , PR2 9YR | 3out of 4 | 1,404 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2,504 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman College Lark Hill Road , PR1 4HD | - not rated | 4,292 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancaster University School of Mathematics 67-69 London Road , PR1 4BA | - not rated | 4,353 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langdale Academy for Personalised Learning 265 Tag Lane , Ingol PR2 3TY | - not rated | 470 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New Focus Education Cottam Business Centre , Cottam Lane PR2 1AF | - not rated | 1,260 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whinfield Study Trust 133 Waterloo Road , Ashton-on-Ribble PR2 1EN | - not rated | 1,408 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorbrook School Ainslie Road , Fulwood PR2 3DB | - not rated | 1,662 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Pius X Preparatory School 200 Garstang Road , Fulwood PR2 8RD | - not rated | 1,780 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| PlayFootball.net | Tulketh High School, Tag Lane | 100 yd | |
| The Bistro | The Courtyards, Dovedale Avenue | 527 yd | |
| Barons | 7 Granton Walk | 562 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Anthonys Social Centre | St Anthonys Annexe, St Anthonys Drive | 666 yd | |
| Willos | Ingol Social Club, Whitby Avenue | 751 yd | |
| Parkfield Labour Club | Parkfield Labour Club, Fulshaw Road | 967 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seniors | 1 Granton Walk | 562 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cadley Spar | 116-118 Woodplumpton Road | 478 yd | |
| Co-Operative Late Shop | 15-17 Granton Walk | 562 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tulketh Community Sports College (Closed) Tag Lane | grass pitches | 37 yd |
| Playfootball Preston TAG LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 133 yd |
| Our Lady'S Catholic High School ST. ANTHONYS DRIVE | grass pitches | 685 yd |
| Ingol Methodist Church Hall TAG LANE | 708 yd | |
| Ingol Community Primary School WHITBY AVENUE | grass pitches | 738 yd |
| Mill Lane MILL LANE | grass pitches | 829 yd |
| Ingol Golf Course (Closed) Tanterton Hall Road | golf, squash courts | 1,008 yd |
| Haslam Park HASLAM PARK HASLAM PARK BRISTOW AVENUE | tennis courts | 1,029 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.