Hawkshead Road is in Ribbleton, Preston and in Preston district. PR2 6QY is located in the Brookfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Preston. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hawkshead Road, Ribbleton, Preston, PR2 6QY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR2 6QU, PR2 6QX, PR2 6TX, PR2 6UY, PR2 6ST, PR2 6XJ, PR2 6TU, PR2 6XL, PR2 6SP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PR2 6QY has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.7% of the population 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 | 54.7% | 56.7% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 5.7% |
| Male | 45.3% | 43.3% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -5.7% |
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 6QY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.3% 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 | 34.4% | 46.3% | 11.9% | 37.9% | 8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.4% | 26.3% | -9.1% | 44.2% | -17.9% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 3.4% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 12.2% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 14.4% | 11.7% | -2.7% | 6.1% | 5.6% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 34.5% | 38.4% | 3.9% | 48.4% | -10.0% |
| Good health | 33% | 31.4% | -1.6% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 21.7% | 21.2% | -0.5% | 12.7% | 8.5% |
| Bad health | 8.2% | 6.1% | -2.1% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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 6QY this area, 31.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 18.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 46.4% | 31.7% | -14.7% | 18.2% | 13.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 10.9% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 11.4% | -0.1% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 6.9% | 5.9% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 15.8% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 10% | 18.8% | 8.8% | 33.8% | -15.0% |
| Other | 3.3% | 4.5% | 1.2% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 2.2% | 2% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -1.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 5.2% | 5.2% | 2.5% | 2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| 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% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.6% | 0.4% | -2.2% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 93.3% | 84.7% | -8.6% | 81.4% | 3.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 88.9% 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 | 94.4% | 88.9% | -5.5% | 83.2% | 5.7% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 2.9% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 2.7% | 2.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.3% | 88.6% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 5.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 5.7% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 2.4% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.5% | 76.7% | -7.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 2.9% | 0.4% | 2.5% |
| North Africa | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 22.6% | 13.5% | 9.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.2% | 37.2% | -9.0% |
| Christian | 62% | 46.2% | 15.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 4.5% | 6.5% | -2.0% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hawkshead Road was 107.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.2% lower than the Brookfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hawkshead Road has the 29th lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in Brookfield and the 198th highest crime rate of 448 local areas in Preston .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 57.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -22.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Hawkshead Road, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2024-02-28 | £111,505 |
| 29 Hawkshead Road, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2023-02-01 | £119,854 |
| 12 Hawkshead Road, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2022-07-15 | £123,113 |
| 29 Hawkshead Road, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £91,500 | 2019-12-05 | £120,108 |
| 31 Hawkshead Road, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2019-09-13 | £94,617 |
PR2 6QY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 67 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoneygate Nursery School Stoneygate Walk , PR1 3XU | 3out of 4 | 3,912 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brookfield Community Primary School Watling Street Road , PR2 6TU | 3out of 4 | 93 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Maria Goretti Catholic Primary School, Preston Gamull Lane , Ribbleton PR2 6SJ | 3out of 4 | 585 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longsands Community Primary School Longsands Lane , Fulwood PR2 9PS | 3out of 4 | 688 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Grange Primary School Grange Avenue , Ribbleton PR2 6PS | 3out of 4 | 958 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Greenlands Community Primary School Dawnay Road , PR2 6BB | 3out of 4 | 967 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moor Park High School and Sixth Form Moor Park Avenue , PR1 6DT | 2out of 4 | 2,552 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Muslim Girls High School Deepdale Mill Street , PR1 5BY | 4out of 4 | 2,610 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Archbishop Temple School, A Church of England Specialist College St Vincent's Road , Fulwood PR2 8RA | 4out of 4 | 2,779 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corpus Christi Catholic High School St Vincent's Road , Fulwood PR2 8QY | 3out of 4 | 2,984 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Boys' School, Preston Adelaide Street , PR1 4BD | 4out of 4 | 3,308 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | 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 | 2,521 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman College Lark Hill Road , PR1 4HD | - not rated | 3,732 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Priory School Fulwood Row , Fulwood PR2 5RW | - not rated | 388 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Tom Finney Community High School Ribbleton Hall Drive , PR2 6EE | 3out of 4 | 1,399 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Larches High School Moor Park , PR1 6AA | 3out of 4 | 2,346 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Acorns Primary School Moor Park , Blackpool Road PR1 6AU | 3out of 4 | 2,392 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancashire Education Medical Services Childrens Ward 7 Royal Preston Hospital , Sharoe Green Lane PR2 9HT | - not rated | 2,910 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gamull | 80-86 Longridge Road | 609 yd | |
| The Anderton Arms | Anderton Arms, Longsands Lane | 697 yd | |
| Greenlands Club | 4 Chatburn Road | 724 yd | |
| The Norman Jepson | Norman Jepson Travel Inn, Bluebell Way | 789 yd | |
| The Ribble Lodge | 199-201 Ribbleton Avenue | 934 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kim Yin | 1 Langcliffe Road | 302 yd | |
| Winkclemans | 25 Langcliffe Road | 302 yd | |
| Roosters | 23 Langcliffe Road | 302 yd | |
| Delhi 8 | 8 Gamull Lane | 512 yd | |
| Figaros | 6 Gamull Lane | 512 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 412-414 Watling Street Road | 399 yd | |
| Spar | 417-419 Watling Street Road | 523 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 60-62 Longridge Road | 609 yd | |
| Quicksave | 104 Longridge Road | 723 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Unit 1 Longsands Lane | 853 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brookfields Community Primary School WATLING STREET ROAD | grass pitches | 119 yd |
| St Maria Goretti Primary School GAMULL LANE | grass pitches | 485 yd |
| Preston Grange Primary School Grange Avenue | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 855 yd |
| Longsands Lynx Community Jfc Longsands Lane | grass pitches | 868 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 | 93.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 83.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 83.7% |
| 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 | 59.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 95.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.