Tag Lane is in Ingol, Preston and in Preston district. PR2 3UY is located in the Cadley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Preston. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tag Lane, Ingol, Preston, PR2 3UY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR2 3XA, PR2 3ZJ, PR2 3TG, PR2 3YY, PR2 3ZU, PR2 3XF, PR2 3ZD, PR2 3ZQ, PR2 7BJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PR2 3UY has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% of residents 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 | 49.8% | 49.6% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 50.2% | 50.4% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 | 28.1% | 32.9% | 4.8% | 37.9% | -5.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.9% | 44.6% | -8.3% | 44.2% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 0.5% | -3.1% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 11.7% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 10.3% | 3.5% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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 | 34.6% | 36.3% | 1.7% | 48.4% | -12.1% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 36.3% | 2.1% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 21% | 19% | -2.0% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 7.2% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 4.1% | 1.3% | -2.8% | 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% | 23.6% | -6.7% | 18.2% | 5.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 9% | -7.7% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.3% | 12.3% | 1.0% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 10.4% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 5.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 13.2% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.6% | 29.7% | 12.1% | 33.8% | -4.1% |
| Other | 5.4% | 1.9% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 3% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 2.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.7% | 94.1% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 96.7% | 94.1% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 3.4% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 94.5% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.1% | 76.7% | 1.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| No passport held | 16.5% | 13.5% | 3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.4% | 37.2% | -14.8% |
| Christian | 72.6% | 46.2% | 26.4% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tag Lane was 144.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 105.3% higher than the Cadley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Tag Lane has the 13th highest crime rate of 75 local areas in Cadley and the 125th highest crime rate of 448 local areas in Preston .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 54.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 296 Tag Lane, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2025-02-24 | £209,037 |
| 328 Tag Lane, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-11-29 | £317,340 |
| 294 Tag Lane, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £317,500 | 2024-03-25 | £334,779 |
| 286 Tag Lane, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-02-12 | £321,447 |
| 320 Tag Lane, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2023-10-31 | £224,952 |
PR2 3UY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 3UY 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 | 79 |
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoneygate Nursery School Stoneygate Walk , PR1 3XU | 3out of 4 | 4,561 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School, Ingol, Preston 59 Whitby Avenue , Ingol PR2 3YP | 3out of 4 | 227 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ingol Community Primary School Whitby Avenue , Ingol PR2 3YP | 3out of 4 | 323 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pool House Community Primary School Kidsgrove , Tanterton PR2 7BX | 3out of 4 | 554 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cottam Primary School Haydocks Lane , Cottam PR4 0NY | 3out of 4 | 1,171 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Catholic Primary School St Anthonys Drive , Fulwood PR2 3SQ | 3out of 4 | 1,351 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady's Catholic High School St Anthony's Drive , Fulwood PR2 3SQ | 4out of 4 | 1,330 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Community Science College Aldwych Drive , Ashton PR2 1SL | 3out of 4 | 1,493 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulwood Academy Black Bull Lane , PR2 9YR | 1out of 4 | 1,859 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Corpus Christi Catholic High School St Vincent's Road , Fulwood PR2 8QY | 3out of 4 | 2,711 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Archbishop Temple School, A Church of England Specialist College St Vincent's Road , Fulwood PR2 8RA | 4out of 4 | 2,879 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 3,136 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman College Lark Hill Road , PR1 4HD | - not rated | 5,004 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Cross Primary School Elswick Road , Ashton-on-Ribble PR2 1NT | 4out of 4 | 2,155 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorbrook School Ainslie Road , Fulwood PR2 3DB | 3out of 4 | 2,397 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Pius X Preparatory School 200 Garstang Road , Fulwood PR2 8RD | - not rated | 2,435 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spen Brook School (former Hawes Side Library) , Hawes Side Lane FY4 5AJ | - not rated | 2,881 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Limes School 73A Taunton Road , Ashton under Lyne OL7 9DU | - not rated | 2,881 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barons | 7 Granton Walk | 181 yd | |
| The Bistro | The Courtyards, Dovedale Avenue | 311 yd | |
| Cafe - Tanterton Village Centre | Tanterton Village Centre, Kidsgrove | 584 yd | |
| PlayFootball.net | Tulketh High School, Tag Lane | 734 yd | |
| The Kinder Hub at Cottam | Merrytrees Lane | 829 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willos | Ingol Social Club, Whitby Avenue | 223 yd | |
| The Guild Merchant | 440 Tag Lane | 797 yd | |
| The Ancient Oak | The Ancient Oak, Merrytrees Lane | 828 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seniors | 1 Granton Walk | 181 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative Late Shop | 15-17 Granton Walk | 181 yd | |
| Sainsburys | Tanterton Hall Road | 954 yd | |
| Cadley Spar | 116-118 Woodplumpton Road | 1,093 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ingol Methodist Church Hall TAG LANE | 73 yd | |
| Ingol Community Primary School WHITBY AVENUE | grass pitches | 338 yd |
| Tulketh Community Sports College (Closed) Tag Lane | grass pitches | 663 yd |
| Playfootball Preston TAG LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 702 yd |
| Tanterton Playing Fields BOWLINGFIELD | grass pitches | 724 yd |
| Ingol Golf Course (Closed) Tanterton Hall Road | golf, squash courts | 796 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 152 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.