Church Lane is in Winmarleigh, Preston and in Wyre district. PR3 0LA is located in the Pilling electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Lancaster and Fleetwood. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Church Lane, Winmarleigh, Preston, PR3 0LA 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. The local area around PR3 0LA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 50.5% | 1.4% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 50.9% | 49.5% | -1.4% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 PR3 0LA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.6% 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 | 25.7% | 21.5% | -4.2% | 37.9% | -16.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.2% | 59.6% | -2.6% | 44.2% | 15.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 0.8% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 9.8% | 3.9% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 3.2% | 7.2% | 4.0% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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 | 54.9% | 51.1% | -3.8% | 48.4% | 2.7% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 32.1% | -0.1% | 33.6% | -1.5% |
| Fair health | 8.8% | 12.5% | 3.7% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 2.6% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18% | 13.6% | -4.4% | 18.2% | -4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 10.2% | -3.3% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 13.3% | -1.6% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 7.6% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.2% | 18.2% | 2.0% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.1% | 34.5% | 3.4% | 33.8% | 0.7% |
| Other | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.4% | 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.5% | 100% | 1.5% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 99.7% 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% | 99.7% | 3.0% | 83.2% | 16.5% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 99.7% | 3.4% | 83.2% | 16.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.9% | 76.7% | 10.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 12.8% | 13.5% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 21.3% | 37.2% | -15.9% |
| Christian | 70.8% | 46.2% | 24.6% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Lane was 160.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 222.8% higher than the Great Eccleston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Church Lane has the highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Great Eccleston and the 62nd highest crime rate of 386 local areas in Wyre .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 94.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 16.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fell View Church Lane, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2022-12-02 | £460,630 |
| 2 Snow Hill Cottage Church Lane, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £392,500 | 2022-08-17 | £401,126 |
| 1 Tyrer Cottage Church Lane, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £263,000 | 2019-12-11 | £337,577 |
| Winmarleigh Hall Church Lane, Preston, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £8,750,000 | 2019-12-06 | £10,472,524 |
| Winmarleigh Hall Church Lane, Preston, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £8,244,684 | 2019-07-18 | £10,012,845 |
PR3 0LA area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 20% 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.
PR3 0LA 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PR3 0LA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 79 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Self-Employed | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 19 |
| Education | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Other | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winmarleigh Church of England Primary School Church Lane , Winmarleigh PR3 0LA | 3out of 4 | 581 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Garstang Community Primary School Oak Road , Garstang PR3 1HT | 4out of 4 | 3,166 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nateby Primary School Longmoor Lane , Garstang PR3 0JH | 4out of 4 | 3,282 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Garstang St Thomas' Church of England Primary School Kepple Lane , Garstang PR3 1PB | 3out of 4 | 3,698 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Scorton Church of England Primary School Snow Hill Lane , Scorton PR3 1AY | 3out of 4 | 3,760 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garstang Community Academy Bowgreave , Garstang PR3 1YE | 3out of 4 | 5,171 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crookhey Hall School Garstang Road , Cockerham LA2 0HA | - not rated | 3,691 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Winmarleigh Village Hall Broad Ln | 688 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 | 96.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.8% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 3.2% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 3.2% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 3.2% |
| Median download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 281.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 39.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.