Market Place is in Longridge, Preston and in Ribble Valley district. PR3 3RS 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 Market Place, Longridge, Preston, PR3 3RS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR3 3JD, PR3 3RQ, PR3 3JE, PR3 3RX, PR3 3RR, PR3 3NB, PR3 3RT, PR3 3SD, PR3 3SU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PR3 3RS has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 50.7% | 48.6% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 49.3% | 51.4% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 | 27.7% | 30.5% | 2.8% | 37.9% | -7.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.3% | 50.9% | -5.4% | 44.2% | 6.7% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 3.2% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 11.8% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 3.6% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 | 50% | 45.1% | -4.9% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 38.1% | 3.2% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 10.5% | -2.0% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 5.8% | 3.2% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 20.1% | 16% | -4.1% | 18.2% | -2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 7.3% | -4.8% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 9.6% | -4.2% | 13.4% | -3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 10% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 4.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 16.4% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.1% | 36.5% | 4.4% | 33.8% | 2.7% |
| Other | 3.1% | 4.1% | 1.0% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.3% | 98.1% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 96.3% | 96.9% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 1.6% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 96.5% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.4% | 76.7% | 9.7% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 11.7% | 13.5% | -1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.7% | 37.2% | -6.5% |
| Christian | 63.8% | 46.2% | 17.6% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Market Place was 95.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.4% higher than the Alston & Hothersall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Market Place has the 10th lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Alston & Hothersall and the 35th highest crime rate of 200 local areas in Ribble Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 6.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Market Place, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2013-08-30 | £427,016 |
| 13 Market Place, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2004-10-15 | £390,071 |
| 13 Market Place, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2002-07-15 | £447,262 |
| 13 Market Place, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £139,000 | 2001-05-25 | £467,305 |
PR3 3RS area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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 3RS 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 3RS 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%.
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Education | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Other | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 109 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 | 710 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnacre Road Primary School Barnacre Road , Longridge PR3 2PD | 3out of 4 | 880 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alston Lane Catholic Primary School, Longridge Preston Road , Longridge PR3 3BJ | 3out of 4 | 2,749 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Catholic Primary School, Goosnargh The Hill , Horns Lane PR3 2FJ | 3out of 4 | 4,002 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 | 713 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cecilia's RC High School Chapel Hill , Longridge PR3 2XA | 3out of 4 | 740 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 | 1,420 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brook View School Ward Green Lane , Ribchester PR3 3YB | - not rated | 2,774 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 | 44 yd | |
| The Old Station Cafe | Old Station Cafe, Station Buildings, Berry Lane | 423 yd | |
| Subway | 57 (Previously 55-57) Berry Lane | 558 yd | |
| 65s | 65 Berry Lane | 572 yd | |
| The Bridge Cafe | 114 Derby Road | 678 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dog Inn | Dog Inn, Market Place | 101 yd | |
| Longridge Conservative Club | 27 Berry Lane | 205 yd | |
| The Durham Ox | 25 Berry Lane | 205 yd | |
| Tap 'n' Vent | 4 Towneley Parade | 443 yd | |
| LJ's Bar | 56-58 Berry Lane | 496 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Time | 15 King Street | 66 yd | |
| New Noble Chef Chinese & Cantonese Cuisines Take Away | 21 Market Place | 111 yd | |
| Top Chippy | 23 Market Place | 111 yd | |
| Urban Deliveries | 4 Berry Lane | 147 yd | |
| 5 in 1 | 23 Berry Lane | 205 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group Ltd | 35 - 37 Berry Lane | 349 yd | |
| E H Booth & Co Ltd | Booths, Berry Lane | 573 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | The Ridings | 869 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Inglewhite Road | 972 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Longridge C Of E Primary School BERRY LANE | grass pitches | 230 yd |
| Kestor Lane Recreation Ground PARK VIEW PARK VIEW FLEET STREET | grass pitches | 446 yd |
| St Cecilia'S Rc High School CHAPEL HILL | grass pitches | 769 yd |
| Longridge High School Sports And Arts Centre PRESTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 776 yd |
| Longridge St Wilfrid'S Roman Catholic Primary School ST. WILFRIDS TERRACE | grass pitches | 812 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.