Gregson Way is in Fulwood, Preston and in Preston district. PR2 8WY is located in the Garrison 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 Gregson Way, Fulwood, Preston, PR2 8WY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR2 8WQ, PR2 9NL, PR2 8DE, PR2 9BF, PR2 9RD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PR2 8WY has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 50.5% | 49.6% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 49.5% | 50.4% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 8WY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.5% 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 | 20.8% | 23.8% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -14.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.3% | 64.5% | -1.8% | 44.2% | 20.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 4.8% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -4.3% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 6.9% | 1.4% | 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 | 50.8% | 50.9% | 0.1% | 48.4% | 2.5% |
| Good health | 36% | 34% | -2.0% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 8.9% | 10.5% | 1.6% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 4% | 3.2% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.9% | 13% | -3.9% | 18.2% | -5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.6% | 9.3% | -1.3% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 14.6% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 4.5% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 16.2% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.4% | 38.1% | -0.3% | 33.8% | 4.3% |
| Other | 4.3% | 4.5% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 48.2% 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% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.3% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 37% | 33.6% | -3.4% | 3.1% | 30.5% |
| Pakistani | 2.3% | 6.1% | 3.8% | 2.7% | 3.4% |
| Other Asian | 2.3% | 2.5% | 0.2% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| White | 57.4% | 48.2% | -9.2% | 81.4% | -33.2% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 79.4% 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 | 79.5% | 79.4% | -0.1% | 83.2% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 3.2% | 0.6% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 15.8% | 16.7% | 0.9% | 5.6% | 11.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 79.5% | 79.4% | -0.1% | 83.2% | -3.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 17.7% | 17.7% | 9.8% | 7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 1.8% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 17.5% | 0.7% | -16.8% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.3% | 76.7% | 16.6% |
| Southern Asia | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 4.6% | 13.5% | -8.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 16.6% | 37.2% | -20.6% |
| Christian | 33.6% | 46.2% | -12.6% |
| Hindu | 8.1% | 1.7% | 6.4% |
| Muslim | 38.2% | 6.5% | 31.7% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gregson Way was 39.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.2% lower than the Cadley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Gregson Way has the 21st lowest crime rate of 75 local areas in Cadley and the 81st lowest crime rate of 448 local areas in Preston .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Gregson Way, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2023-08-07 | £333,114 |
| 1 Gregson Way, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2021-09-24 | £425,490 |
| 18 Gregson Way, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2021-06-28 | £318,397 |
| 1 Gregson Way, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2017-08-04 | £371,575 |
| 7 Gregson Way, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2013-11-25 | £398,165 |
PR2 8WY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 8WY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
The percentage of student residents living in PR2 8WY area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Retired | 80 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoneygate Nursery School Stoneygate Walk , PR1 3XU | 3out of 4 | 3,349 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 | 890 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longsands Community Primary School Longsands Lane , Fulwood PR2 9PS | 3out of 4 | 922 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holme Slack Community Primary School Manor House Lane , PR1 6HP | 3out of 4 | 1,028 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherwood Primary School Sherwood Way , Fulwood PR2 9GA | 4out of 4 | 1,179 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, Preston Blackpool Road , Deepdale PR1 6HQ | 4out of 4 | 1,308 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 | 1,232 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corpus Christi Catholic High School St Vincent's Road , Fulwood PR2 8QY | 3out of 4 | 1,419 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moor Park High School and Sixth Form Moor Park Avenue , PR1 6DT | 2out of 4 | 1,734 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Muslim Girls High School Deepdale Mill Street , PR1 5BY | 4out of 4 | 2,177 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Fulwood Academy Black Bull Lane , PR2 9YR | 1out of 4 | 2,336 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 961 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman College Lark Hill Road , PR1 4HD | - not rated | 3,378 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Larches High School Moor Park , PR1 6AA | 3out of 4 | 1,325 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Acorns Primary School Moor Park , Blackpool Road PR1 6AU | 3out of 4 | 1,389 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 | 1,436 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Pius X Preparatory School 200 Garstang Road , Fulwood PR2 8RD | - not rated | 1,686 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Priory School Fulwood Row , Fulwood PR2 5RW | - not rated | 1,952 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preston Golf Club | Preston Golf Club, Fulwood Hall Lane | 200 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Unit 9, Fulwood Central, Olivers Place | 256 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurants | Asda Supermarket, Pittman Way | 777 yd | |
| Marinos | 156 Watling Street Road | 799 yd | |
| Homeserve Claims Management Ltd | 7 Fulwood Park, Caxton Road | 986 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lonsdale Sports and Social Club | Lonsdale Social Club, Fulwood Hall Lane | 729 yd | |
| The White Hart | 230 Watling Street Road | 797 yd | |
| The Anderton Arms | Anderton Arms, Longsands Lane | 949 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Unit 4, Fulwood Central, Olivers Place | 256 yd | |
| Sushi Daily | Asda Supermarket, Pittman Way | 777 yd | |
| Phatt Flavours | 222 Watling Street Road | 797 yd | |
| Empire Takeaway | 216 Watling Street Road | 797 yd | |
| King Kod | 228 Watling Street Road | 797 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Fulwood Central, Olivers Place | 256 yd | |
| Asda Store | Asda Supermarket, Pittman Way | 777 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Unit 1 Longsands Lane | 802 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Preston Golf Club FULWOOD HALL LANE | golf | 69 yd |
| Longsands Lynx Community Jfc Longsands Lane | grass pitches | 752 yd |
| Fulwood Barracks WATLING STREET ROAD | grass pitches | 801 yd |
| Sherwood Park SHERWOOD WAY | grass pitches | 1,055 yd |
| Preston'S College Sports Centre FULWOOD CAMPUS | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,057 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 | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 72.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.