Holsands Close is in Fulwood, Preston and in Preston district. PR2 9AL is located in the Garrison electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wyre and Preston North. This postcode has been in use since 2015-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Holsands Close, Fulwood, Preston, PR2 9AL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR2 6GP, PR2 6GG, PR2 9AH, PR2 9AN, PR2 6GL, PR2 9QY, PR2 6GH, PR2 9AP, PR2 9LU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PR2 9AL has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% 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 | 46.7% | 48.1% | 1.4% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 53.3% | 51.9% | -1.4% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
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 9AL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.1% 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 | 19.6% | 25.6% | 6.0% | 37.9% | -12.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69% | 60.1% | -8.9% | 44.2% | 15.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.2% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 9% | 9.2% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 61.7% | 53.8% | -7.9% | 48.4% | 5.4% |
| Good health | 29.1% | 32.7% | 3.6% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 8.4% | 11.3% | 2.9% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 8.2% | 11.4% | 3.2% | 18.2% | -6.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 10.3% | -3.2% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 17.2% | 2.5% | 13.4% | 3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 3.3% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 20.1% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.3% | 36.6% | -6.7% | 33.8% | 2.8% |
| Other | 2.9% | 1.1% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 8.4% | 9% | 0.6% | 3.1% | 5.9% |
| Pakistani | 3.5% | 2.6% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 2% | 1.2% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 84.7% | 82.9% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 1.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 93.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.5% | 93.3% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 3.2% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.3% | 3.2% | -3.1% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.3% | 93.3% | 4.0% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 1.2% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 1.2% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.1% | 0% | -6.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.7% | 76.7% | 12.0% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 7.8% | 13.5% | -5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.6% | 37.2% | -11.6% |
| Christian | 58.1% | 46.2% | 11.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 8.4% | 6.5% | 1.9% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holsands Close was 39.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.3% lower than the Garrison average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Holsands Close has the 9th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Garrison and the 76th lowest crime rate of 447 local areas in Preston .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -49.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 72% 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 Holsands Close, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2022-10-12 | £222,004 |
| 7 Holsands Close, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2018-09-26 | £234,528 |
| 2 Holsands Close, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2017-02-28 | £250,842 |
PR2 9AL 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 133 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 45 |
| Education | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoneygate Nursery School Stoneygate Walk , PR1 3XU | 3out of 4 | 4,064 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longsands Community Primary School Longsands Lane , Fulwood PR2 9PS | 3out of 4 | 440 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield Community Primary School Watling Street Road , PR2 6TU | 3out of 4 | 483 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Maria Goretti Infant School Gamull Lane , Ribbleton PR2 6SJ | - not rated | 896 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Maria Goretti Catholic Primary School, Preston Gamull Lane , Ribbleton PR2 6SJ | - not rated | 896 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Maria Goretti Catholic Primary School, Preston Gamull Lane , Ribbleton PR2 6SJ | 3out of 4 | 896 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Preston High School Ribbleton Hall Drive , Ribbleton PR2 6EE | - not rated | 1,796 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Archbishop Temple Church of England High School St Vincent's Road , Fulwood PR2 8RA | - not rated | 2,592 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northlands High School Moor Park Avenue , PR1 6DT | - not rated | 2,609 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moor Park High School and Sixth Form Moor Park Avenue , PR1 6DT | 3out of 4 | 2,609 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thoma's More High School St Vincent's Road , Fulwood PR2 8QY | - not rated | 2,747 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 2,320 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancaster University School of Mathematics 67-69 London Road , PR1 4BA | - not rated | 3,579 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman College Lark Hill Road , PR1 4HD | - not rated | 3,928 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Birches Independent School Longsands Lane , Fulwood PR2 9PS | - not rated | 470 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Priory School Fulwood Row , Fulwood PR2 5RW | - not rated | 677 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Tutorial Centre Cromwell Road , Ribbleton PR2 6YD | - not rated | 1,309 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School 162 Ribbleton Avenue , PR2 6DB | - not rated | 1,711 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Tom Finney Community High School Ribbleton Hall Drive , PR2 6EE | 3out of 4 | 1,796 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Coffee | Unit 9, Fulwood Central, Olivers Place | 1,011 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Anderton Arms | Anderton Arms, Longsands Lane | 319 yd | |
| The Norman Jepson | Norman Jepson Travel Inn, Bluebell Way | 799 yd | |
| The Gamull | 80-86 Longridge Road | 1,087 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kim Yin | 1 Langcliffe Road | 630 yd | |
| Winkclemans | 25 Langcliffe Road | 630 yd | |
| Roosters | 23 Langcliffe Road | 630 yd | |
| Delhi 8 | 8 Gamull Lane | 984 yd | |
| Figaros | 6 Gamull Lane | 984 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Unit 1 Longsands Lane | 471 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 412-414 Watling Street Road | 554 yd | |
| Spar | 417-419 Watling Street Road | 649 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Fulwood Central, Olivers Place | 1,011 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 60-62 Longridge Road | 1,087 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brookfields Community Primary School WATLING STREET ROAD | grass pitches | 455 yd |
| Longsands Lynx Community Jfc Longsands Lane | grass pitches | 516 yd |
| St Maria Goretti Primary School GAMULL LANE | grass pitches | 903 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 61.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 70.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 116.76 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 116.76 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.