Aston Way is in Moss Side, Leyland and in South Ribble district. PR26 7UX 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 Aston Way, Moss Side, Leyland, PR26 7UX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PR26 7UX is primarily male, with 55.6% of the population 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% | 44.4% | -5.6% | 51.0% | -6.6% |
| Male | 50% | 55.6% | 5.6% | 49.0% | 6.6% |
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 7UX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55% 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 | 24% | 28.4% | 4.4% | 37.9% | -9.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.4% | 55% | -10.4% | 44.2% | 10.8% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 3.7% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 2.9% | 8.3% | 5.4% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 4.6% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 | 54% | 56.3% | 2.3% | 48.4% | 7.9% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 26.6% | -7.5% | 33.6% | -7.0% |
| Fair health | 6.3% | 13.3% | 7.0% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 3.1% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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.
In the area around PR26 7UX this area, 9.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.1% | 9.1% | -13.0% | 18.2% | -9.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.7% | 9.1% | 0.4% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.6% | 18.2% | 7.6% | 13.4% | 4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 9.1% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.3% | 16.4% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.6% | 35.5% | 0.9% | 33.8% | 1.7% |
| Other | 1.9% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| White | 99.2% | 100% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 100% | 97.6% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 100% | 97.6% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.3% | 76.7% | 14.6% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.9% | 13.5% | -5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.2% | 37.2% | 3.0% |
| Christian | 55.9% | 46.2% | 9.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Aston Way was 492.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 732.7% higher than the Earnshaw Bridge average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Aston Way has the highest crime rate of 17 local areas in Earnshaw Bridge and the 7th highest crime rate of 369 local areas in South Ribble .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 126.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 185.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| British Paper Coils (Uk) Ltd Aston Way, Leyland, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £1,151,200 | 2023-10-05 | £1,167,110 |
| 1A Aston Way, Leyland, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £2,403,024 | 2023-09-29 | £2,453,187 |
| Unit 2 Aston Way, Leyland, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £1,500,000 | 2021-04-13 | £1,678,105 |
| Aston Services Group Ltd, 5 Aston Way, Leyland, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2020-02-17 | £446,781 |
| 1A Aston Way, Leyland, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £2,250,000 | 2018-08-15 | £2,625,852 |
PR26 7UX area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 21% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
PR26 7UX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 32 |
| Retired | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moss Side Primary School Paradise Lane , PR26 7ST | 4out of 4 | 992 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leyland St James Church of England Primary School Slater Lane , PR26 7SH | 3out of 4 | 1,495 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School Slater Lane , PR25 1TL | 2out of 4 | 1,967 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seven Stars Primary School Peacock Hall Road , PR25 1TD | 3out of 4 | 2,059 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northbrook Primary Academy Bannister Drive , PR25 2GB | - not rated | 2,177 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 | 1,745 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellfield Academy Yewlands Drive , PR25 2TP | 2out of 4 | 2,474 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic High School Royal Avenue , PR25 1BS | 3out of 4 | 2,565 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Balshaw's Church of England High School Church Road , PR25 3AH | 4out of 4 | 3,740 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hutton Church of England Grammar School Liverpool Road , Hutton PR4 5SN | 3out of 4 | 4,336 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Runshaw College Langdale Road , PR25 3DQ | - not rated | 3,994 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora Brambles School 159 Longmeanygate , Midge Hall PR26 7TB | - not rated | 942 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Golden Hill Pupil Referral Unit Earnshaw Drive , PR25 1QS | 4out of 4 | 1,566 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Roselyn House School Moss Lane, Off Wigan Road , PR25 4SE | - not rated | 4,101 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashbridge Independent School Lindle Lane , Hutton PR4 4AQ | - not rated | 4,340 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lostock Hall Moor Hey School Far Croft , Lostock Hall PR5 5SS | 3out of 4 | 4,351 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dine | Dr Oetker (UK) Limited, 20 Marathon Place | 331 yd | |
| CFL Kitchen | Unit 28, Marathon Place | 340 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midge Hall | 15 Midge Hall Lane, Midge Hall | 991 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Paradise Park (Closed) Paradise Lane | grass pitches | 782 yd |
| Moss Side Primary School PARADISE LANE | grass pitches | 1,025 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 | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 8.3% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 8.3% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 8.3% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.