Strathmore Road is in Fulwood, Preston and in Preston district. PR2 8JL is located in the Greyfriars electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wyre and Preston North. This postcode has been in use since 1995-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Strathmore Road, Fulwood, Preston, PR2 8JL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR2 8JT, PR2 8JH, PR2 8JX, PR2 8JE, PR2 8JJ, PR2 8JN, PR2 8JD, PR2 3DP, PR2 3DQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PR2 8JL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% 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 | 46.8% | 52% | 5.2% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 53.2% | 48% | -5.2% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
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 | 38.5% | 38.8% | 0.3% | 37.9% | 0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.5% | 48.4% | 2.9% | 44.2% | 4.2% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 6.3% | -1.3% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 5.3% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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 | 45.3% | 48.4% | 3.1% | 48.4% | 0.0% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 33.2% | -2.9% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 13% | 14.9% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 3.5% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17% | 15.4% | -1.6% | 18.2% | -2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 8.5% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 12.4% | 0.9% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 5.6% | 0.4% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 12.1% | 1.5% | 16.9% | -4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.7% | 43.1% | 6.4% | 33.8% | 9.3% |
| Other | 7.9% | 2.9% | -5.0% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 67% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 1.1% | 1.8% |
| Chinese | 2% | 0.5% | -1.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 11.3% | 18.6% | 7.3% | 3.1% | 15.5% |
| Pakistani | 5.4% | 4.3% | -1.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 78% | 67% | -11.0% | 81.4% | -14.4% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 2.9% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 2.3% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 83.7% 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 | 85.2% | 83.7% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 0.5% |
| European Union | 5.6% | 3.5% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.7% | 10.1% | 2.4% | 5.6% | 4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.7% | 83.7% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 0.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.3% | 7.5% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.6% | 1.9% | -1.7% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 4.3% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.2% | 2.7% | -4.5% | 1.9% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72% | 76.7% | -4.7% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| North Africa | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Middle East | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 5.1% | 1.2% | 3.9% |
| No passport held | 16.8% | 13.5% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.7% | 37.2% | -14.5% |
| Christian | 46.9% | 46.2% | 0.7% |
| Hindu | 1.6% | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 22.7% | 6.5% | 16.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Strathmore Road was 43.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.4% lower than the Cadley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Strathmore Road has the 21st lowest crime rate of 75 local areas in Cadley and the 92nd lowest crime rate of 447 local areas in Preston .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -77.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Strathmore Road, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2023-09-22 | £258,523 |
| 5 Strathmore Road, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £251,750 | 2023-09-12 | £276,950 |
| 1 Strathmore Road, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £237,000 | 2022-07-19 | £271,653 |
| 2 Strathmore Road, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £213,000 | 2022-05-27 | £251,076 |
| 11 Strathmore Road, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £191,500 | 2020-08-10 | £255,561 |
PR2 8JL 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 | 108 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 44 |
| Education | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoneygate Nursery School Stoneygate Walk , PR1 3XU | 3out of 4 | 2,727 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fulwood and Cadley Primary School Cadley Causeway , Fulwood PR2 3QT | 3out of 4 | 637 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Star Eldon Primary Eldon Street , PR1 7YE | - not rated | 717 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eldon Primary School Eldon Street , PR1 7YE | 1out of 4 | 723 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Olive School, Preston Vicarage Lane , PR2 8DW | 4out of 4 | 802 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Catholic Primary School, Preston St Anthony's Drive , Fulwood PR2 3SQ | 3out of 4 | 942 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archbishop Temple Church of England High School St Vincent's Road , Fulwood PR2 8RA | - not rated | 888 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert Mayne School St Anthony's Drive , Fulwood PR2 3SQ | - not rated | 942 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 | 1,005 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thoma's More High School St Vincent's Road , Fulwood PR2 8QY | - not rated | 1,098 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Corpus Christi Catholic High School St Vincent's Road , Fulwood PR2 8QY | - not rated | 1,098 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 | 1,167 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancaster University School of Mathematics 67-69 London Road , PR1 4BA | - not rated | 3,023 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman College Lark Hill Road , PR1 4HD | - not rated | 3,058 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moorbrook School Ainslie Road , Fulwood PR2 3DB | - not rated | 297 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Pius X Preparatory School 200 Garstang Road , Fulwood PR2 8RD | - not rated | 548 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abrar Academy 34-36 Garstang Road , PR1 1NA | - not rated | 1,113 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Sherburn School Moor Park , Blackpool Road PR1 6AA | - not rated | 1,460 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorfield School Blackpool Road , Deepdale PR1 6AA | - not rated | 1,460 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Maria's | 293 Plungington Road | 351 yd | |
| Cadley Football Club | Conway Drive Pavillion, Conway Drive | 362 yd | |
| St Cuthberts Church Centre | Lytham Road | 362 yd | |
| Preston Business Centre - Cafe | Preston Business Centre, Watling Street Road | 554 yd | |
| I Smile Cafe | 113 Plungington Road | 844 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moor Park Sports & Social Club | Moor Park Sports And Social Club, Blackpool Road | 459 yd | |
| The Brook Tavern | 403 Brook Street | 481 yd | |
| Stephen Hendry's Snooker & Pool Club | 275 Brook Street | 758 yd | |
| The Eldon Hotel | 17 Eldon Street | 758 yd | |
| Fulwood Club | Fulwood Bowling Club, 75 Victoria Road | 787 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Fulwood Chinese Takeaway | 32 Hardcastle Road | 152 yd | |
| Nobletts Fish & Chips | 333 Plungington Road | 266 yd | |
| West End Fish Bar | 338 Blackpool Road | 465 yd | |
| Sunny Side Fusion Kitchen | 182a Plungington Road | 590 yd | |
| Santa's Pizza | 34 Eldon Street | 731 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharoe Green Off Licence | 75 Watling Street Road | 672 yd | |
| Preston Retail Store Limited | 96 Plungington Road | 847 yd | |
| Spar | 63-65 Plungington Road | 999 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Unit 2, Tulketh Mill Retail Park, Blackpool Road | 1,081 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fulwood Lawn Tennis Club WATLING STREET ROAD | tennis courts | 672 yd |
| Mill Lane MILL LANE | grass pitches | 739 yd |
| Archbishop Temple School ST. VINCENTS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 878 yd |
| Queens Drive Primary School BLACK BULL LANE | grass pitches | 995 yd |
| Our Lady'S Catholic High School ST. ANTHONYS DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,002 yd |
| Corpus Christi Catholic High School ST. VINCENTS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,063 yd |
| Fulwood Leisure Centre BLACK BULL LANE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,091 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 97.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.