Hillcrest Avenue is in Longridge, Preston and in Ribble Valley district. PR3 3NU is located in the Dilworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ribble Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hillcrest Avenue, Longridge, Preston, PR3 3NU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR3 3WU, PR3 3WT, PR3 3RY, PR3 3JX, PR3 3HQ, PR3 3WS, PR3 3NT, PR3 3NS, PR3 3WY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PR3 3NU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.1% | 50.6% | -5.5% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 43.9% | 49.4% | 5.5% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 27.5% | 38.8% | 11.3% | 37.9% | 0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48% | 38.1% | -9.9% | 44.2% | -6.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.7% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 8.6% | -0.9% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 12.7% | 12.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 6.3% |
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 | 49.5% | 40.2% | -9.3% | 48.4% | -8.2% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 33.1% | 2.3% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 10% | 21% | 11.0% | 12.7% | 8.3% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 3.6% | -3.2% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 2.1% | -0.7% | 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 | 31% | 27.5% | -3.5% | 18.2% | 9.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 8.6% | -0.9% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 12% | -0.7% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 6.2% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 15.8% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.8% | 28.2% | 3.4% | 33.8% | -5.6% |
| Other | 6.5% | 1.7% | -4.8% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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 | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.1% | 98.8% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
In this area, 98.5% 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 | 97.4% | 98.5% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 98.5% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.3% | 76.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 25.4% | 13.5% | 11.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.2% | 37.2% | -7.0% |
| Christian | 56.8% | 46.2% | 10.6% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 12.7% | 6.0% | 6.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hillcrest Avenue was 110.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.9% higher than the Alston & Hothersall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hillcrest Avenue has the 7th highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Alston & Hothersall and the 22nd highest crime rate of 200 local areas in Ribble Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 57.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Hillcrest Avenue, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £122,000 | 2024-09-20 | £129,198 |
| 19 Hillcrest Avenue, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £116,000 | 2023-12-08 | £127,299 |
| 22 Hillcrest Avenue, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £136,500 | 2023-09-08 | £143,691 |
| 17 Hillcrest Avenue, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £113,500 | 2021-09-22 | £133,700 |
| 12 Hillcrest Avenue, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2021-09-20 | £123,687 |
PR3 3NU 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PR3 3NU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 101 |
| Full-Time Employee | 101 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 40 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Education | 21 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longridge Church of England Primary School Berry Lane , Longridge PR3 3JA | 3out of 4 | 276 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 | 644 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnacre Road Primary School Barnacre Road , Longridge PR3 2PD | 3out of 4 | 859 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alston Lane Catholic Primary School, Longridge Preston Road , Longridge PR3 3BJ | 3out of 4 | 2,511 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Catholic Primary School, Goosnargh The Hill , Horns Lane PR3 2FJ | 3out of 4 | 3,858 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 425 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cecilia's RC High School Chapel Hill , Longridge PR3 2XA | 3out of 4 | 484 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Specialist School and College Ribchester Road , Longridge PR3 3XB | 3out of 4 | 1,629 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brook View School Ward Green Lane , Ribchester PR3 3YB | - not rated | 2,998 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sweet Heaven | 12 Market Place | 261 yd | |
| The Old Station Cafe | Old Station Cafe, Station Buildings, Berry Lane | 388 yd | |
| The Bridge Cafe | 114 Derby Road | 443 yd | |
| Subway | 57 (Previously 55-57) Berry Lane | 540 yd | |
| 65s | 65 Berry Lane | 548 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dog Inn | Dog Inn, Market Place | 190 yd | |
| Longridge Conservative Club | 27 Berry Lane | 256 yd | |
| The Durham Ox | 25 Berry Lane | 256 yd | |
| Tap 'n' Vent | 4 Towneley Parade | 451 yd | |
| LJ's Bar | 56-58 Berry Lane | 493 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Noble Chef Chinese & Cantonese Cuisines Take Away | 21 Market Place | 180 yd | |
| Top Chippy | 23 Market Place | 180 yd | |
| 5 in 1 | 23 Berry Lane | 256 yd | |
| Urban Deliveries | 4 Berry Lane | 260 yd | |
| Picnic | 1 Berry Lane | 289 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group Ltd | 35 - 37 Berry Lane | 345 yd | |
| E H Booth & Co Ltd | Booths, Berry Lane | 566 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | The Ridings | 652 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Inglewhite Road | 974 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Longridge C Of E Primary School BERRY LANE | grass pitches | 258 yd |
| Kestor Lane Recreation Ground PARK VIEW PARK VIEW FLEET STREET | grass pitches | 271 yd |
| Longridge High School Sports And Arts Centre PRESTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 485 yd |
| St Cecilia'S Rc High School CHAPEL HILL | grass pitches | 493 yd |
| Longridge St Wilfrid'S Roman Catholic Primary School ST. WILFRIDS TERRACE | grass pitches | 731 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 65.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 71.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.