Heathway is in Fulwood, Preston and in Preston district. PR2 8PY 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 Heathway, Fulwood, Preston, PR2 8PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR2 8UX, PR2 8PR, PR2 9RG, PR2 8LY, PR2 8YU, PR2 9QE, PR2 9QJ, PR2 8YS, PR2 9QN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PR2 8PY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 51.2% | -1.4% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 47.4% | 48.8% | 1.4% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 8PY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.5% 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 | 20% | 24.5% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -13.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.1% | 55.5% | -7.6% | 44.2% | 11.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 3.1% | 5.2% | 2.1% | 9.1% | -3.9% |
| Widowed | 12.8% | 13.5% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 7.4% |
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 | 46% | 45.1% | -0.9% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 30.5% | -3.9% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 14.6% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 4% | 8.8% | 4.8% | 4.0% | 4.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 22.1% | 17.6% | -4.5% | 18.2% | -0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9% | 8% | -1.0% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9% | 11.2% | 2.2% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 5.4% | -1.2% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 9.9% | 0.6% | 16.9% | -7.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 40% | 42.6% | 2.6% | 33.8% | 8.8% |
| Other | 4.1% | 5.1% | 1.0% | 2.8% | 2.3% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 9.7% | 17.2% | 7.5% | 3.1% | 14.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 5.3% | 5.0% | 2.7% | 2.6% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 3.4% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2% | 0.5% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 80.4% | 67% | -13.4% | 81.4% | -14.4% |
| Arab | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 84.2% 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 | 89.2% | 84.2% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 1.0% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 3.4% | 1.1% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.5% | 10.5% | 4.0% | 5.6% | 4.9% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.1% | 84.4% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 1.2% |
| 10+ Years | 2.6% | 11.1% | 8.5% | 9.8% | 1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.5% | 1.6% | -4.9% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.5% | 76.7% | 9.8% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 10.1% | 13.5% | -3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 15% | 37.2% | -22.2% |
| Christian | 51.5% | 46.2% | 5.3% |
| Hindu | 4.5% | 1.7% | 2.8% |
| Muslim | 16.9% | 6.5% | 10.4% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 11.1% | 6.0% | 5.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heathway was 56.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.1% lower than the Cadley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Heathway has the 32nd lowest crime rate of 75 local areas in Cadley and the 125th lowest crime rate of 448 local areas in Preston .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Heathway, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2024-10-24 | £417,308 |
| 3 Heathway, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £233,000 | 2019-06-21 | £315,218 |
| 14 Heathway, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £311,000 | 2019-04-04 | £409,012 |
| 1 Heathway, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £232,000 | 2019-01-11 | £312,696 |
| 10 Heathway, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2018-10-15 | £532,754 |
PR2 8PY 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PR2 8PY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 122 |
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Education | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoneygate Nursery School Stoneygate Walk , PR1 3XU | 3out of 4 | 3,619 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Clare's Catholic Primary School, Preston Sharoe Green Lane North , Fulwood PR2 9HH | 3out of 4 | 654 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen's Drive Primary School Black Bull Lane , Fulwood PR2 3LA | 4out of 4 | 717 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulwood, St Peter's Church of England Primary School and Nursery Meadowfield , Fulwood PR2 9RE | 4out of 4 | 1,084 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherwood Primary School Sherwood Way , Fulwood PR2 9GA | 4out of 4 | 1,099 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulwood and Cadley Primary School Cadley Causeway , Fulwood PR2 3QT | 3out of 4 | 1,177 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corpus Christi Catholic High School St Vincent's Road , Fulwood PR2 8QY | 3out of 4 | 97 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 | 544 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulwood Academy Black Bull Lane , PR2 9YR | 1out of 4 | 901 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 | 1,483 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moor Park High School and Sixth Form Moor Park Avenue , PR1 6DT | 2out of 4 | 2,189 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 | 592 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman College Lark Hill Road , PR1 4HD | - not rated | 3,843 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancashire Education Medical Services Childrens Ward 7 Royal Preston Hospital , Sharoe Green Lane PR2 9HT | - not rated | 517 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Pius X Preparatory School 200 Garstang Road , Fulwood PR2 8RD | - not rated | 637 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorbrook School Ainslie Road , Fulwood PR2 3DB | 3out of 4 | 1,457 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Larches High School Moor Park , PR1 6AA | 3out of 4 | 1,775 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Acorns Primary School Moor Park , Blackpool Road PR1 6AU | 3out of 4 | 1,817 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 | 498 yd | |
| Preston's College | St Vincents Road | 498 yd | |
| Preston's College | St Vincents Road | 498 yd | |
| Prestons | Royal Preston Hospital, Sharoe Green Lane | 516 yd | |
| Mellors Catering Services | Education Centre, Royal Preston Hospital, Sharoe Green Lane | 584 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crafty Beggars Ale House | 284b Garstang Road | 740 yd | |
| The Black Bull Hotel | 315 Garstang Road | 943 yd | |
| The Sherwood | Sherwood Way | 1,000 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pac Lunches | 74a Black Bull Lane | 998 yd | |
| Amonbagh Takeaway | 2 Sharoe Green Lane | 1,054 yd | |
| Bintang Wok | 4 Sharoe Green Lane | 1,054 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| E H Booth & Co Ltd | 256 Sharoe Green Lane | 691 yd | |
| Sharoe Green Off Licence | 75 Watling Street Road | 1,076 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Corpus Christi Catholic High School ST. VINCENTS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 149 yd |
| Archbishop Temple School ST. VINCENTS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 494 yd |
| Preston'S College Sports Centre FULWOOD CAMPUS | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 498 yd |
| Sherwood Park SHERWOOD WAY | grass pitches | 590 yd |
| Queens Drive Primary School BLACK BULL LANE | grass pitches | 812 yd |
| Fulwood Leisure Centre BLACK BULL LANE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 960 yd |
| Fulwood Lawn Tennis Club WATLING STREET ROAD | tennis courts | 1,000 yd |
| Fulwood Academy BLACK BULL LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,003 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 177.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.