The Causeway is in Leyland and in Chorley district. PR26 8NN is located in the Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Ribble. This postcode has been in use since 2001-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Causeway, Leyland, PR26 8NN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR26 8NW, PR26 8NL, PR26 8NR, PR26 8NP, PR26 8NH, PR26 8NJ, PR26 8LX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PR26 8NN has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 51.5% | 49.8% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 48.5% | 50.2% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 | 23.7% | 33.1% | 9.4% | 37.9% | -4.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.6% | 47.6% | -12.0% | 44.2% | 3.4% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 1.8% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 9% | 10.8% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 6.6% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 43.9% | 40.1% | -3.8% | 48.4% | -8.3% |
| Good health | 43.4% | 42.1% | -1.3% | 33.6% | 8.5% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 12.4% | 3.3% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 4.5% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 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 | 15.4% | 11.9% | -3.5% | 18.2% | -6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.9% | 13.8% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.8% | 21.3% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 7.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 6.3% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 20.5% | 21.9% | 1.4% | 16.9% | 5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.7% | 25% | 8.3% | 33.8% | -8.8% |
| Other | 4.5% | 0% | -4.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.5% | 97.5% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
In this area, 92.1% 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 | 95.5% | 92.1% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| European Union | 2% | 2.5% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 91.6% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.1% | 1.5% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.6% | 76.7% | 5.9% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 14.4% | 13.5% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.3% | 37.2% | -13.9% |
| Christian | 70.3% | 46.2% | 24.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Causeway was 1764.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 2891.3% higher than the Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Causeway has the highest crime rate of 72 local areas in Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South and the 2nd highest crime rate of 368 local areas in Chorley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 1173.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 1658.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 The Causeway, Leyland, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-06-21 | £168,021 |
| 8 The Causeway, Leyland, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2020-09-24 | £120,261 |
| 4 The Causeway, Leyland, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £108,500 | 2020-09-18 | £144,981 |
| 3 The Causeway, Leyland, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2010-09-03 | £176,351 |
| 5 The Causeway, Leyland, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2010-08-20 | £184,493 |
* Results apply to the surrounding postcode area, not to a specific property.
The area around The Causeway, Leyland, PR26 8NN has very low flood risk from rivers and the sea.
0 of 5 properties (0.00%) in this postcode have some level of river or sea flood risk.
River and sea flooding includes flooding caused by overflowing rivers, estuaries, tidal waters and coastal surges.
The area around The Causeway, Leyland, PR26 8NN has very low surface water flood risk.
0 of 5 properties (0.00%) in this postcode have some level of surface water flood risk.
Surface water flooding can happen when heavy rainfall overwhelms drains, roads, gardens or other hard surfaces.
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leyland St James Church of England Primary School Slater Lane , PR26 7SH | 3out of 4 | 1,469 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moss Side Primary School Paradise Lane , PR26 7ST | - not rated | 1,877 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seven Stars Primary School Peacock Hall Road , PR25 1TD | 3out of 4 | 1,986 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seven Stars Infant School Peacock Hall Road , PR25 1TD | - not rated | 1,986 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School Slater Lane , PR25 1TL | 3out of 4 | 2,065 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic High School Royal Avenue , PR25 1BS | 3out of 4 | 2,480 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Worden Sports College Westfield Drive , PR25 1QX | - not rated | 2,691 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy@Worden Redwood Avenue , PR25 1RN | - not rated | 2,691 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Rawstorne Church of England Language College Highfield Road , Croston PR26 9HH | - not rated | 2,917 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Rawstorne Church of England Academy Highfield Road , Croston PR26 9HH | 3out of 4 | 2,917 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 | 3,912 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora Brooklands School 159 Longmeanygate , Midge Hall PR26 7TB | - not rated | 1,914 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Golden Hill Pupil Referral Unit Earnshaw Drive , PR25 1QS | 4out of 4 | 3,020 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stonehouse School 90 School Lane , PR25 2TU | - not rated | 3,820 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Roselyn House School Moss Lane, Off Wigan Road , PR25 4SE | - not rated | 5,399 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wymott Staff Mess And Visits | Aramark Services, HM Prison Wymott | 684 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hmp Wymott WYMOTT PRISON WYMOTT PRISON ULNES WALTON LANE | grass pitches | 528 yd |
| Hmp Garth GARTH PRISON GARTH PRISON ULNES WALTON LANE | grass pitches | 1,019 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 37.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 38 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.