Fossdale Moss is in Leyland and in South Ribble district. PR26 7AS is located in the Moss Side electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Ribble. This postcode has been in use since 2001-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fossdale Moss, Leyland, PR26 7AS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR26 7SX, PR26 7AT, PR26 7AR, PR26 7QJ, PR26 7SU, PR26 7RZ, PR26 7SR, PR26 7ST, PR26 7UH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PR26 7AS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 50.3% | 1.3% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 51% | 49.7% | -1.3% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 PR26 7AS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.2% 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 | 21.9% | 19.4% | -2.5% | 37.9% | -18.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.6% | 64.2% | 2.6% | 44.2% | 20.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 5.7% | -2.4% | 9.1% | -3.4% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 9.7% | 2.9% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
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 | 45% | 50% | 5.0% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 33% | 32.3% | -0.7% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 17.2% | 12.6% | -4.6% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 3.9% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| 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 | 17.1% | 14.5% | -2.6% | 18.2% | -3.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.4% | 12.1% | -6.3% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 12.5% | -4.3% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 7.7% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 16.5% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.8% | 34.3% | 7.5% | 33.8% | 0.5% |
| Other | 2.9% | 2.4% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.9% | 96.3% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 96.7% | 96.1% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 2.5% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| 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 | 96.7% | 96.4% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.9% | 76.7% | 13.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 9.3% | 13.5% | -4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.3% | 37.2% | -6.9% |
| Christian | 65.3% | 46.2% | 19.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fossdale Moss was 71.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.4% higher than the Earnshaw Bridge average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Fossdale Moss has the 6th highest crime rate of 17 local areas in Earnshaw Bridge and the 148th highest crime rate of 369 local areas in South Ribble .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 139 Fossdale Moss, Leyland, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2026-01-09 | £327,151 |
| 107 Fossdale Moss, Leyland, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £283,000 | 2025-08-12 | £289,055 |
| 45 Fossdale Moss, Leyland, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2025-01-09 | £310,259 |
| 3 Fossdale Moss, Leyland, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2024-03-14 | £173,964 |
| 41 Fossdale Moss, Leyland, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2022-12-01 | £306,194 |
PR26 7AS 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 PR26 7AS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 126 |
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moss Side Primary School Paradise Lane , PR26 7ST | - not rated | 285 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leyland St James Church of England Primary School Slater Lane , PR26 7SH | 3out of 4 | 731 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Earnshaw Bridge Infant School Earnshaw Drive , PR25 1QS | - not rated | 1,074 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School Slater Lane , PR25 1TL | 3out of 4 | 1,088 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seven Stars Primary School Peacock Hall Road , PR25 1TD | 3out of 4 | 1,176 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worden Sports College Westfield Drive , PR25 1QX | - not rated | 1,028 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy@Worden Redwood Avenue , PR25 1RN | - not rated | 1,028 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic High School Royal Avenue , PR25 1BS | 3out of 4 | 1,706 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellfield Academy Yewlands Drive , PR25 2TP | - not rated | 1,916 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellfield Academy Yewlands Drive , PR25 2TP | 2out of 4 | 1,951 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 3,201 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 | 1,074 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aurora Brooklands School 159 Longmeanygate , Midge Hall PR26 7TB | - not rated | 1,100 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stonehouse School 90 School Lane , PR25 2TU | - not rated | 2,029 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Roselyn House School Moss Lane, Off Wigan Road , PR25 4SE | - not rated | 3,714 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ribble Autism School Emily Street , Lostock Hall PR5 5SZ | - not rated | 4,545 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dine | Dr Oetker (UK) Limited, 20 Marathon Place | 764 yd | |
| CFL Kitchen | Unit 28, Marathon Place | 829 yd | |
| Annies Kitchen | 74 Leyland Lane, Leyland | 1,012 yd | |
| Franco's | 85 Leyland Lane, Leyland | 1,029 yd | |
| Café Seven | 353 Leyland Lane, Leyland | 1,089 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkirk Hall | Dunkirk Lane, Moss Side | 573 yd | |
| Broadfield Arms | Leyland Lane, Leyland | 732 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean | Ocean Fish and Chip Shop, Dunkirk Lane | 650 yd | |
| Crispy Fried | 310 Leyland Lane, Leyland | 869 yd | |
| Luigi's | 328 Leyland Lane, Leyland | 1,000 yd | |
| Poseidon | 70 Leyland Lane, Leyland | 1,017 yd | |
| Peppers Grill | 91 Leyland Lane, Leyland | 1,023 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 94 Leyland Lane, Leyland | 936 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Paradise Park (Closed) Paradise Lane | grass pitches | 304 yd |
| Moss Side Primary School PARADISE LANE | grass pitches | 380 yd |
| Leyland St James C Of E Primary School SLATER LANE | grass pitches | 891 yd |
| Worden Sports College WESTFIELD DRIVE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 1,029 yd |
| St Annes Catholic Primary School SLATER LANE | grass pitches | 1,075 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 | 84.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 81.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 81.4% |
| 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 | 79.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 141.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.