Otters Close is in Ribbleton, Preston and in Preston district. PR2 6NG is located in the Ribbleton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Preston. This postcode has been in use since 1991-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Otters Close, Ribbleton, Preston, PR2 6NG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR2 6QF, PR2 6QG, PR2 6NW, PR2 6NH, PR2 6JH, PR1 5UA, PR2 6JA, PR2 6JU, PR2 6LD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PR2 6NG has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 50.4% | 49.3% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 49.6% | 50.7% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 | 36.7% | 33.7% | -3.0% | 37.9% | -4.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.3% | 46.6% | 5.3% | 44.2% | 2.4% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 1.8% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 6.5% | -2.0% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 9.9% | 11.5% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 5.4% |
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 | 38.3% | 40.8% | 2.5% | 48.4% | -7.6% |
| Good health | 36% | 32.5% | -3.5% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 20.2% | 17.5% | -2.7% | 12.7% | 4.8% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 5.9% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 3.3% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
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 | 31.4% | 23.7% | -7.7% | 18.2% | 5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 7.6% | -7.2% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 15.1% | 1.0% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 6.5% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.9% | 20.5% | 4.6% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 18% | 23.7% | 5.7% | 33.8% | -10.1% |
| Other | 1.8% | 2.9% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 7.2% | 3.5% | -3.7% | 3.1% | 0.4% |
| Pakistani | 2% | 1.8% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.5% | -0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.0% | 1.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 3.8% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 2.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 86.5% | 82.6% | -3.9% | 81.4% | 1.2% |
In this area, 92.5% 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 | 93.1% | 92.5% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 2.4% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.6% | 2.4% | -2.2% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.5% | 92.3% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.4% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.9% | 0% | -6.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.3% | 76.7% | -2.4% |
| Lithuania | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 21.6% | 13.5% | 8.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.1% | 37.2% | -9.1% |
| Christian | 60.9% | 46.2% | 14.7% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 4.4% | 6.5% | -2.1% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Otters Close was 64.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.7% lower than the Brookfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Otters Close has the 11th lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in Brookfield and the 154th lowest crime rate of 448 local areas in Preston .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Otters Close, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £197,000 | 2024-07-31 | £209,966 |
| 5 Otters Close, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £187,000 | 2024-04-30 | £198,527 |
| 4 Otters Close, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £151,500 | 2018-08-23 | £199,973 |
| 6 Otters Close, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2016-10-03 | £193,312 |
| 18 Otters Close, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £149,000 | 2016-06-17 | £198,983 |
PR2 6NG 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 | 93 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| 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 | 2,969 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Blessed Sacrament Catholic Primary School Farringdon Lane , Ribbleton PR2 6LX | 2out of 4 | 668 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brockholes Wood Community Primary School and Nursery Brant Road , PR1 5TU | 3out of 4 | 708 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fishwick Primary School Downing Street , PR1 4RH | 3out of 4 | 720 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa's Catholic Primary School Downing Street , PR1 4RH | 3out of 4 | 720 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moor Nook Community Primary School Ribbleton Hall Drive , Ribbleton PR2 6EE | 2out of 4 | 919 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preston Muslim Girls High School Deepdale Mill Street , PR1 5BY | 4out of 4 | 1,954 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Eden Boys' School, Preston Adelaide Street , PR1 4BD | 4out of 4 | 2,162 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| Moor Park High School and Sixth Form Moor Park Avenue , PR1 6DT | 2out of 4 | 2,379 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Catholic High School Lawrence Avenue , Frenchwood PR1 4PR | 3out of 4 | 3,068 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 | 3,574 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 | 2,589 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston College Fulwood Campus , St Vincent's Road PR2 8UR | - not rated | 3,419 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir Tom Finney Community High School Ribbleton Hall Drive , PR2 6EE | 3out of 4 | 764 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Priory School Fulwood Row , Fulwood PR2 5RW | - not rated | 1,870 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Larches High School Moor Park , PR1 6AA | 3out of 4 | 2,515 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Acorns Primary School Moor Park , Blackpool Road PR1 6AU | 3out of 4 | 2,517 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abrar Academy 34-36 Garstang Road , PR1 1NA | - not rated | 3,238 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nanny Nancy's | 56 Pope Lane | 710 yd | |
| Cheeky Munchies with Cake Fix | 412 New Hall Lane | 791 yd | |
| Miller Road Cafe | 154 Miller Road | 900 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fever Dance Company Ltd | Fever Dance Company, Mornington Road | 508 yd | |
| Hesketh Arms | 421 New Hall Lane | 629 yd | |
| The Ribble Lodge | 199-201 Ribbleton Avenue | 937 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlitos Pizza | 198c Miller Road | 197 yd | |
| Warburton's Traditional Fish & Chips | 456 New Hall Lane | 631 yd | |
| Biryani Box | 448 New Hall Lane | 631 yd | |
| Moor Nook Chippy | 52 Pope Lane | 710 yd | |
| Chillies | 37 Blackpool Road | 803 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 198 Miller Road | 188 yd | |
| One Stop Store | 119 Ribbleton Avenue | 839 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 217-219 Ribbleton Avenue | 937 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Callon All Weather Pitch CHURCH AVENUE | artificial grass pitch | 692 yd |
| Sir Tom Finney Community High School RIBBLETON HALL DRIVE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 743 yd |
| Fishwick Hall Golf Club (Closed) GLENLUCE DRIVE | golf | 752 yd |
| Ribbleton Park NEW HALL LANE | grass pitches | 791 yd |
| Fishwick View (Closed) Fishwick View | grass pitches | 1,070 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 | 53.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 66.61 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 66.61 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.