Chester Close is in Garstang, Preston and in Wyre district. PR3 1LH is located in the Garstang electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wyre and Preston North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chester Close, Garstang, Preston, PR3 1LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR3 1HU, PR3 1HH, PR3 1DJ, PR3 1DY, PR3 1DX, PR3 1XE, PR3 1EH, PR3 1FJ, PR3 1EU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PR3 1LH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 55.5% | 3.9% | 51.0% | 4.5% |
| Male | 48.4% | 44.5% | -3.9% | 49.0% | -4.5% |
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 | 33.5% | 34.2% | 0.7% | 37.9% | -3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.1% | 43.5% | -7.6% | 44.2% | -0.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 9.9% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 11.8% | 4.4% | 6.1% | 5.7% |
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 | 48.4% | 48.2% | -0.2% | 48.4% | -0.2% |
| Good health | 34% | 35.1% | 1.1% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 12.6% | -2.3% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 2.6% | 1.2% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 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 | 16% | 19.4% | 3.4% | 18.2% | 1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 10% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 7.5% | -9.0% | 13.4% | -5.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 5% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17% | 26.9% | 9.9% | 16.9% | 10.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.2% | 31.3% | 3.1% | 33.8% | -2.5% |
| Other | 6.4% | 0% | -6.4% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| 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 Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.7% | 99.5% | 1.8% | 81.4% | 18.1% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 97.2% | 97.9% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 97.9% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.7% | 76.7% | 5.0% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 16.8% | 13.5% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.6% | 37.2% | -10.6% |
| Christian | 68.1% | 46.2% | 21.9% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chester Close was 80.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 41.8% higher than the Brock with Catterall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chester Close has the 11th highest crime rate of 54 local areas in Brock with Catterall and the 138th highest crime rate of 386 local areas in Wyre .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -83.9%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Chester Close, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2024-05-23 | £364,447 |
| 10 Chester Close, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2023-10-06 | £395,152 |
| 8 Chester Close, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2023-09-06 | £375,567 |
| 3 Chester Close, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £296,000 | 2022-12-02 | £294,835 |
| 10 Chester Close, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2021-05-20 | £340,859 |
PR3 1LH 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 1LH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 60 |
| Full-Time Employee | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garstang St Thomas' Church of England Primary School Kepple Lane , Garstang PR3 1PB | 3out of 4 | 717 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Garstang Community Primary School Oak Road , Garstang PR3 1HT | 4out of 4 | 830 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary and Michael Catholic Primary School Castle Lane , Garstang PR3 1RB | 2out of 4 | 1,225 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nateby Primary School Longmoor Lane , Garstang PR3 0JH | 4out of 4 | 2,358 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkland and Catterall St Helen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School The Green , Churchtown PR3 0HS | 3out of 4 | 2,728 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 | 2,177 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge 64 | Unit 3, Bridge House Marina And Caravan Park | 485 yd | |
| Royal Voluntary Service Lunch Club | St Thomas Church Hall, Church Street | 695 yd | |
| St Thomas | St Thomas Church Hall, Church Street | 695 yd | |
| Thai Courtyard | 1 Pringle Court, Thomas's Weind | 738 yd | |
| Lulu-Js Vintage Tea Rooms | Unit 5, Thomas's Weind | 748 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bellflower | Parkside Lane, Nateby | 555 yd | |
| V 12 Bistro Bar Ltd | Unit 1, Drovers Mews | 671 yd | |
| The Wheatsheaf | Park Hill Road, Garstang | 693 yd | |
| Th'owd Tithebarn | Church Street, Garstang | 695 yd | |
| Farmers Arms | 18 Church Street, Garstang | 695 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE FISH AND CHIP PLAICE | 75 Hazelhurst Drive, Garstang | 414 yd | |
| Seasons Chinese Take Away | 103 Croston Road, Garstang | 565 yd | |
| Lightly Battered | 99 Croston Road, Garstang | 565 yd | |
| Best Kebab Garstang | 97 Croston Road, Garstang | 565 yd | |
| Subway | Park Hill Road, Garstang | 725 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Moss Lane, Garstang | 398 yd | |
| Booths | Cherestanc Square, Garstang | 673 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Park Hill Road, Garstang | 725 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Garstang Leisure Centre GARSTANG LEISURE CENTRE GARSTANG LEISURE CENTRE WINDSOR ROAD | health and fitness suite | 504 yd |
| Moss Lane Playing Field (Closed) Moss Lane | grass pitches | 628 yd |
| Kepple Lane Playing Fields (Closed) Kepple Lane | grass pitches | 666 yd |
| Garstang St Thomas C Of E Primary School KEPPLE LANE | grass pitches | 712 yd |
| Ymca Garstang OAK ROAD | swimming pool | 756 yd |
| Garstang Fc ARCHERY GARDENS | grass pitches, tennis courts | 971 yd |
| Garstang Cricket Club Riverside Sports Ground Riverside Sports Ground High Street | grass pitches | 1,026 yd |
| Garstang Rugby Union Football Club ARCHERY GARDENS | grass pitches | 1,061 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 | 57.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.76 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.76 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.