Moorgate is in Fulwood, Preston and in Preston district. PR2 8LT 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 Moorgate, Fulwood, Preston, PR2 8LT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR2 8LH, PR2 8LS, PR2 8LE, PR2 8LA, PR2 8LF, PR2 8LD, PR2 8LB, PR2 8QA, PR2 8RD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PR2 8LT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 51.6% | -0.8% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 47.6% | 48.4% | 0.8% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of PR2 8LT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.6% | 22.3% | -1.3% | 37.9% | -15.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.6% | 62.7% | 1.1% | 44.2% | 18.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 3.9% | 4.2% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -4.9% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 9.2% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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 | 51.1% | 48.6% | -2.5% | 48.4% | 0.2% |
| Good health | 30.9% | 35.8% | 4.9% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 13.4% | 10.9% | -2.5% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 3.4% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 51%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.7% | 13.5% | -1.2% | 18.2% | -4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 5% | -5.5% | 9.6% | -4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 10.8% | -1.2% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 4.2% | 1.9% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 13.1% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 47.7% | 51% | 3.3% | 33.8% | 17.2% |
| Other | 2.7% | 2.3% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 55.4% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Chinese | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 12.4% | 29.7% | 17.3% | 3.1% | 26.6% |
| Pakistani | 2.3% | 9.9% | 7.6% | 2.7% | 7.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 80.5% | 55.4% | -25.1% | 81.4% | -26.0% |
| Arab | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 81.4% 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 | 89.9% | 81.4% | -8.5% | 83.2% | -1.8% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 3.7% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.5% | 13.6% | 7.1% | 5.6% | 8.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.9% | 81.9% | -6.0% | 83.2% | -1.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 15.3% | 14.6% | 9.8% | 5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.4% | 1.2% | -8.2% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.5% | 76.7% | 11.8% |
| Ireland | 4.4% | 0.6% | 3.8% |
| Southern Asia | 2.5% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 4.7% | 13.5% | -8.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 11.2% | 37.2% | -26.0% |
| Christian | 55.5% | 46.2% | 9.3% |
| Hindu | 6.2% | 1.7% | 4.5% |
| Muslim | 21.8% | 6.5% | 15.3% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Moorgate was 83.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.3% higher than the Cadley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Moorgate has the 27th highest crime rate of 75 local areas in Cadley and the 201st lowest crime rate of 448 local areas in Preston .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -19.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Moorgate, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2023-07-21 | £286,095 |
| 1 Moorgate, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2023-02-17 | £249,301 |
| 6 Moorgate, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2014-11-12 | £322,065 |
| 5 Moorgate, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2012-10-12 | £273,408 |
| 4 Moorgate, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2001-05-14 | £346,597 |
PR2 8LT 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PR2 8LT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Education | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| 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 | 3,222 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen's Drive Primary School Black Bull Lane , Fulwood PR2 3LA | 4out of 4 | 706 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulwood and Cadley Primary School Cadley Causeway , Fulwood PR2 3QT | 3out of 4 | 928 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kennington Primary School Kennington Road , Fulwood PR2 8ER | 3out of 4 | 970 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Clare's Catholic Primary School, Preston Sharoe Green Lane North , Fulwood PR2 9HH | 3out of 4 | 1,060 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Catholic Primary School St Anthonys Drive , Fulwood PR2 3SQ | 3out of 4 | 1,335 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 | 282 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corpus Christi Catholic High School St Vincent's Road , Fulwood PR2 8QY | 3out of 4 | 333 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulwood Academy Black Bull Lane , PR2 9YR | 1out of 4 | 959 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Catholic High School St Anthony's Drive , Fulwood PR2 3SQ | 4out of 4 | 1,298 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moor Park High School and Sixth Form Moor Park Avenue , PR1 6DT | 2out of 4 | 1,859 yd | Foundation 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 | 526 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman College Lark Hill Road , PR1 4HD | - not rated | 3,468 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 | 242 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancashire Education Medical Services Childrens Ward 7 Royal Preston Hospital , Sharoe Green Lane PR2 9HT | - not rated | 939 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorbrook School Ainslie Road , Fulwood PR2 3DB | 3out of 4 | 1,037 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Larches High School Moor Park , PR1 6AA | 3out of 4 | 1,477 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Acorns Primary School Moor Park , Blackpool Road PR1 6AU | 3out of 4 | 1,510 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's College | St Vincents Road | 430 yd | |
| Preston's College | St Vincents Road | 430 yd | |
| Preston's College | St Vincents Road | 430 yd | |
| Preston Business Centre - Cafe | Preston Business Centre, Watling Street Road | 618 yd | |
| Prestons | Royal Preston Hospital, Sharoe Green Lane | 944 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fulwood Club | Fulwood Bowling Club, 75 Victoria Road | 744 yd | |
| Crafty Beggars Ale House | 284b Garstang Road | 1,053 yd | |
| Moor Park Sports & Social Club | Moor Park Sports And Social Club, Blackpool Road | 1,056 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amonbagh Takeaway | 2 Sharoe Green Lane | 778 yd | |
| Bintang Wok | 4 Sharoe Green Lane | 778 yd | |
| Pac Lunches | 74a Black Bull Lane | 865 yd | |
| New Fulwood Chinese Takeaway | 32 Hardcastle Road | 912 yd | |
| Smoke Doner Kebab | 34 Watling Street Road | 939 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharoe Green Off Licence | 75 Watling Street Road | 671 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Archbishop Temple School ST. VINCENTS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 174 yd |
| Corpus Christi Catholic High School ST. VINCENTS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 322 yd |
| Preston'S College Sports Centre FULWOOD CAMPUS | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 432 yd |
| Fulwood Lawn Tennis Club WATLING STREET ROAD | tennis courts | 597 yd |
| Queens Drive Primary School BLACK BULL LANE | grass pitches | 808 yd |
| Sherwood Park SHERWOOD WAY | grass pitches | 916 yd |
| Fulwood Leisure Centre BLACK BULL LANE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 969 yd |
| Fulwood Academy BLACK BULL LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,059 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 | 70 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 191.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.