Highgate Avenue is in Fulwood, Preston and in Preston district. PR2 8LN is located in the Sharoe Green 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 Highgate Avenue, Fulwood, Preston, PR2 8LN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR2 8DY, PR2 8LP, PR2 8EA, PR2 8NE, PR2 8EF, PR2 8NR, PR2 8LL, PR2 8PJ, PR2 8PD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PR2 8LN has a slightly higher male population, with 52.7% 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 | 43.1% | 47.3% | 4.2% | 51.0% | -3.7% |
| Male | 56.9% | 52.7% | -4.2% | 49.0% | 3.7% |
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 | 46.7% | 41.9% | -4.8% | 37.9% | 4.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.3% | 37.7% | 3.4% | 44.2% | -6.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 3.1% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 11.2% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 4% | 5.4% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.1%) 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 | 36.4% | 42.2% | 5.8% | 48.4% | -6.2% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 26.9% | -7.9% | 33.6% | -6.7% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 23.8% | 6.2% | 12.7% | 11.1% |
| Bad health | 9.6% | 6.9% | -2.7% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 23% | 22.6% | -0.4% | 18.2% | 4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 10.3% | -4.7% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.3% | 12.6% | 1.3% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 3.8% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 10.3% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -6.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.6% | 36.8% | 3.2% | 33.8% | 3.0% |
| Other | 3.6% | 3.4% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 62.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 7% | 22.7% | 15.7% | 3.1% | 19.6% |
| Pakistani | 3.5% | 5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | 2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1% | 5.3% | 4.3% | 2.5% | 2.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.9% | 0.9% | -1.0% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.9% | 0.6% | -1.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| White | 83.4% | 62.7% | -20.7% | 81.4% | -18.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 84% 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 | 93% | 84% | -9.0% | 83.2% | 0.8% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 5% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 4.1% | 3.8% | 2.7% | 1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.5% | 6.6% | 3.1% | 5.6% | 1.0% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.7% | 84% | -7.7% | 83.2% | 0.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 11.9% | 10.9% | 9.8% | 2.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 0.3% | -5.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.8% | 76.7% | 1.1% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 15.6% | 13.5% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 19.9% | 37.2% | -17.3% |
| Christian | 46.1% | 46.2% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 25.9% | 6.5% | 19.4% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Highgate Avenue was 109.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.2% higher than the Cadley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Highgate Avenue has the 19th highest crime rate of 75 local areas in Cadley and the 193rd highest crime rate of 448 local areas in Preston .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -14.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Highgate Avenue, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £499,450 | 2017-10-30 | £642,413 |
| 41 Highgate Avenue, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2016-11-07 | £446,395 |
| 43 Highgate Avenue, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2016-02-01 | £413,992 |
| 32 - 34 Highgate Avenue, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £551,000 | 2013-08-12 | £791,834 |
| 31 Highgate Avenue, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2011-11-09 | £570,302 |
PR2 8LN 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 | 72 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 47 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Other | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Other | 23 |
| Education | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoneygate Nursery School Stoneygate Walk , PR1 3XU | 3out of 4 | 2,666 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kennington Primary School Kennington Road , Fulwood PR2 8ER | 3out of 4 | 774 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eldon Primary School Eldon Street , PR1 7YE | 4out of 4 | 857 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulwood and Cadley Primary School Cadley Causeway , Fulwood PR2 3QT | 3out of 4 | 1,010 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen's Drive Primary School Black Bull Lane , Fulwood PR2 3LA | 4out of 4 | 1,113 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Catholic Primary School St Anthonys Drive , Fulwood PR2 3SQ | 3out of 4 | 1,378 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archbishop Temple School, A Church of England Specialist College St Vincent's Road , Fulwood PR2 8RA | 4out of 4 | 510 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corpus Christi Catholic High School St Vincent's Road , Fulwood PR2 8QY | 3out of 4 | 880 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulwood Academy Black Bull Lane , PR2 9YR | 1out of 4 | 1,373 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moor Park High School and Sixth Form Moor Park Avenue , PR1 6DT | 2out of 4 | 1,382 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Catholic High School St Anthony's Drive , Fulwood PR2 3SQ | 4out of 4 | 1,408 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 | 750 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman College Lark Hill Road , PR1 4HD | - not rated | 2,928 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Pius X Preparatory School 200 Garstang Road , Fulwood PR2 8RD | - not rated | 463 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorbrook School Ainslie Road , Fulwood PR2 3DB | 3out of 4 | 615 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abrar Academy 34-36 Garstang Road , PR1 1NA | - not rated | 1,065 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Larches High School Moor Park , PR1 6AA | 3out of 4 | 1,066 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Acorns Primary School Moor Park , Blackpool Road PR1 6AU | 3out of 4 | 1,083 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preston Business Centre - Cafe | Preston Business Centre, Watling Street Road | 64 yd | |
| Preston's College | St Vincents Road | 720 yd | |
| Preston's College | St Vincents Road | 720 yd | |
| Preston's College | St Vincents Road | 720 yd | |
| Cafe Maria's | 293 Plungington Road | 788 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fulwood Club | Fulwood Bowling Club, 75 Victoria Road | 249 yd | |
| Moor Park Sports & Social Club | Moor Park Sports And Social Club, Blackpool Road | 572 yd | |
| The Eldon Hotel | 17 Eldon Street | 912 yd | |
| The Brook Tavern | 403 Brook Street | 955 yd | |
| Lonsdale Sports and Social Club | Lonsdale Social Club, Fulwood Hall Lane | 979 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amonbagh Takeaway | 2 Sharoe Green Lane | 543 yd | |
| Bintang Wok | 4 Sharoe Green Lane | 543 yd | |
| New Fulwood Chinese Takeaway | 32 Hardcastle Road | 585 yd | |
| Smoke Doner Kebab | 34 Watling Street Road | 680 yd | |
| Nonnas Pizzeria | 38 Watling Street Road | 689 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharoe Green Off Licence | 75 Watling Street Road | 135 yd | |
| Preston Retail Store Limited | 96 Plungington Road | 1,065 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fulwood Lawn Tennis Club WATLING STREET ROAD | tennis courts | 96 yd |
| Archbishop Temple School ST. VINCENTS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 500 yd |
| Preston'S College Sports Centre FULWOOD CAMPUS | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 722 yd |
| Corpus Christi Catholic High School ST. VINCENTS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 882 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 | 78.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 131.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.