Cowling Lane is in Leyland and in South Ribble district. PR25 1XN is located in the Earnshaw Bridge electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Ribble. This postcode has been in use since 2001-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cowling Lane, Leyland, PR25 1XN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR25 1XR, PR25 1XJ, PR25 1UB, PR25 1XP, PR25 1QD, PR25 1YA, PR25 1XQ, PR25 1JS, PR25 1QW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PR25 1XN 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 | 48.1% | 51.6% | 3.5% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 51.9% | 48.4% | -3.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.1% | 39.6% | 9.5% | 37.9% | 1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51% | 42.6% | -8.4% | 44.2% | -1.6% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 3.5% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 9.6% | -3.8% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 2.1% | 4.8% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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 | 52.9% | 50.7% | -2.2% | 48.4% | 2.3% |
| Good health | 34% | 34.3% | 0.3% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 9.6% | 10.9% | 1.3% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 3.6% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 20.5% | 15.2% | -5.3% | 18.2% | -3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 11.7% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 17.7% | -2.0% | 13.4% | 4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 9.1% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 19.9% | 6.1% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.2% | 25.1% | 2.9% | 33.8% | -8.7% |
| Other | 3.8% | 1.3% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.4% | 97.8% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 98.4% | 96% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 1% | 3.3% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 96.7% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.1% | 76.7% | 12.4% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 9.9% | 13.5% | -3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.7% | 37.2% | -4.5% |
| Christian | 63.3% | 46.2% | 17.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cowling Lane was 137.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 13.7% higher than the Broadfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cowling Lane has the 25th highest crime rate of 69 local areas in Broadfield and the 66th highest crime rate of 369 local areas in South Ribble .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 72.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Cowling Lane, Leyland, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £177,500 | 2025-06-09 | £180,971 |
| 4 Cowling Lane, Leyland, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £72,500 | 2024-07-31 | £77,679 |
| 15 Cowling Lane, Leyland, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2021-11-24 | £119,455 |
| 15 Cowling Lane, Leyland, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2019-12-16 | £117,668 |
| 2 Cowling Lane, Leyland, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2019-04-12 | £236,015 |
PR25 1XN 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 115 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School Slater Lane , PR25 1TL | 2out of 4 | 672 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moss Side Primary School Paradise Lane , PR26 7ST | 4out of 4 | 747 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seven Stars Primary School Peacock Hall Road , PR25 1TD | 3out of 4 | 792 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leyland St James Church of England Primary School Slater Lane , PR26 7SH | 3out of 4 | 892 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northbrook Primary Academy Bannister Drive , PR25 2GB | - not rated | 1,139 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academy@Worden Westfield Drive , PR25 1QX | 3out of 4 | 467 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic High School Royal Avenue , PR25 1BS | 3out of 4 | 1,201 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellfield Academy Yewlands Drive , PR25 2TP | 2out of 4 | 1,391 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Balshaw's Church of England High School Church Road , PR25 3AH | 4out of 4 | 2,489 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lostock Hall Academy Todd Lane North , Lostock Hall PR5 5UR | 3out of 4 | 5,116 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Runshaw College Langdale Road , PR25 3DQ | - not rated | 2,639 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Hill Pupil Referral Unit Earnshaw Drive , PR25 1QS | 4out of 4 | 677 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aurora Brambles School 159 Longmeanygate , Midge Hall PR26 7TB | - not rated | 1,662 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Roselyn House School Moss Lane, Off Wigan Road , PR25 4SE | - not rated | 3,228 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lostock Hall Moor Hey School Far Croft , Lostock Hall PR5 5SS | 3out of 4 | 4,812 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgeway School Church Road , Bamber Bridge PR5 6EP | - not rated | 5,339 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Café Seven | 353 Leyland Lane, Leyland | 563 yd | |
| Cafe Seven Incorporating T & C Catering Services | 353 Leyland Lane, Leyland | 563 yd | |
| Franco's | 85 Leyland Lane, Leyland | 685 yd | |
| Annies Kitchen | 74 Leyland Lane, Leyland | 700 yd | |
| The Base Community Centre | 107 Bannister Drive, Leyland | 1,093 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadfield Arms | Leyland Lane, Leyland | 286 yd | |
| Dunkirk Hall | Dunkirk Lane, Moss Side | 484 yd | |
| Seven Stars Inn | 355 Leyland Lane, Leyland | 609 yd | |
| Crofters Arms | 373 Leyland Lane, Leyland | 704 yd | |
| Queens Hotel | Golden Hill Lane, Leyland | 839 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crispy Fried | 310 Leyland Lane, Leyland | 311 yd | |
| Luigi's | 328 Leyland Lane, Leyland | 471 yd | |
| Golden Star | 336 Leyland Lane, Leyland | 505 yd | |
| Kimbo Garden | 2 Slater Lane, Moss Side | 534 yd | |
| Leyland Fish and Chips | 358 Leyland Lane, Leyland | 613 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 94 Leyland Lane, Leyland | 587 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Worden Sports College WESTFIELD DRIVE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 366 yd |
| St Annes Catholic Primary School SLATER LANE | grass pitches | 624 yd |
| Seven Stars Primary School PEACOCK HALL ROAD | grass pitches | 848 yd |
| Moss Side Primary School PARADISE LANE | grass pitches | 907 yd |
| Paradise Park (Closed) Paradise Lane | grass pitches | 961 yd |
| Northbrook Primary School Bannister Drive | grass pitches | 1,019 yd |
| Muscle Gym (Closed) 1st Floor 1st Floor Leyland Lane | health and fitness suite | 1,046 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 172.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.