Grindlestone Court is in Goosnargh, Preston and in Preston district. PR3 2AT is located in the Preston Rural East 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 Grindlestone Court, Goosnargh, Preston, PR3 2AT 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 PR3 2AT is primarily male, with 62.1% 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 | 53.1% | 37.9% | -15.2% | 51.0% | -13.1% |
| Male | 46.9% | 62.1% | 15.2% | 49.0% | 13.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around PR3 2AT, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.9% | 44% | 18.1% | 37.9% | 6.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.4% | 38.8% | -19.6% | 44.2% | -5.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 10.7% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 4.7% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 | 53.7% | 37.6% | -16.1% | 48.4% | -10.8% |
| Good health | 29.8% | 33.5% | 3.7% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 21.9% | 9.3% | 12.7% | 9.2% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 4.9% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 | 17.9% | 25.2% | 7.3% | 18.2% | 7.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 12.5% | -0.3% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 11.5% | -3.1% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 4.7% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 11.5% | 2.0% | 16.9% | -5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.1% | 30.6% | -8.5% | 33.8% | -3.2% |
| Other | 2.9% | 4% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| White | 98.5% | 96.6% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 97.2% | 95.1% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.2% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 95.3% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0.4% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.4% | 76.7% | -9.3% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 30.9% | 13.5% | 17.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.9% | 37.2% | -11.3% |
| Christian | 65.6% | 46.2% | 19.4% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Grindlestone Court was 181.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 121.9% higher than the Preston Rural East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Grindlestone Court has the 2nd highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Preston Rural East and the 98th highest crime rate of 448 local areas in Preston .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 118.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% 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 Grindlestone Court, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2020-10-09 | £161,956 |
| 8 Grindlestone Court, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £173,000 | 2016-08-19 | £247,710 |
| 3 Grindlestone Court, Preston, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2012-01-06 | £133,990 |
| 8 Grindlestone Court, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2008-11-21 | £221,936 |
| 20 Grindlestone Court, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £119,000 | 2007-08-21 | £157,738 |
PR3 2AT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
| Retired | 114 |
| Full-Time Employee | 101 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 84 |
| Other | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 37 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goosnargh Oliverson's Church of England Primary School Goosnargh Lane , Goosnargh PR3 2BN | 3out of 4 | 675 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Catholic Primary School, Goosnargh The Hill , Horns Lane PR3 2FJ | 3out of 4 | 2,273 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grimsargh St Michael's Church of England Primary School Preston Road , Grimsargh PR2 5SD | 4out of 4 | 3,607 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longridge St Wilfrid's Roman Catholic Primary School St Wilfrid's Terrace , Longridge PR3 3WQ | 3out of 4 | 4,065 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnacre Road Primary School Barnacre Road , Longridge PR3 2PD | 3out of 4 | 4,072 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longridge High School Preston Road , Longridge PR3 3AR | 2out of 4 | 4,053 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cecilia's RC High School Chapel Hill , Longridge PR3 2XA | 3out of 4 | 4,194 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broughton High School Woodplumpton Lane , Broughton PR3 5JJ | 4out of 4 | 4,945 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Priory School Fulwood Row , Fulwood PR2 5RW | - not rated | 4,730 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancashire Education Medical Services Childrens Ward 7 Royal Preston Hospital , Sharoe Green Lane PR2 9HT | - not rated | 4,958 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Stags Head | 990 Whittingham Lane | 417 yd | |
| Tap & T'Ales | 853 Whittingham Lane | 417 yd | |
| Whittingham & Goosnargh Sports & Social Club | Old Whittingham Hospital Grounds, Whittingham Lane | 910 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goosnargh Chippy | 855 Whittingham Lane | 417 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whittingham & Goosnargh Cricket Club Guild Park Guild Park | grass pitches | 592 yd |
| Goosnargh Village Football Club Church Lane | grass pitches | 806 yd |
| Goosnargh Tennis Club GREEN ACRE | tennis courts | 916 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 | 31.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 31.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 31.5% |
| 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 | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.