Vanguard Close is in Higher Bartle, Preston and in Preston district. PR4 0QD is located in the Preston Rural North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wyre and Preston North. This postcode has been in use since 2018-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Vanguard Close, Higher Bartle, Preston, PR4 0QD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR4 0QB, PR4 0AJ, PR4 0LZ, PR4 0LA, PR4 0QE, PR4 0AD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PR4 0QD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% 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 | 51.4% | 53.1% | 1.7% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 48.6% | 46.9% | -1.7% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
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 PR4 0QD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.7% 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 | 20.4% | 44.7% | 24.3% | 37.9% | 6.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66% | 42.1% | -23.9% | 44.2% | -2.1% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 8.6% | 0.9% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 2.6% | -3.0% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (92.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53.8% | 61.2% | 7.4% | 48.4% | 12.8% |
| Good health | 35% | 31.6% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 8.7% | 6.7% | -2.0% | 12.7% | -6.0% |
| Bad health | 1.2% | 0.5% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -3.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
In the area around PR4 0QD this area, 7.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 51.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.5% | 7.2% | -3.3% | 18.2% | -11.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 3.9% | -7.7% | 9.6% | -5.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.9% | 12.4% | 1.5% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 5.2% | -1.1% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 19.6% | 7.7% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 46.7% | 51.6% | 4.9% | 33.8% | 17.8% |
| Other | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 1.7% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 5.7% | 4.5% | 3.1% | 2.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| White | 97.4% | 84.2% | -13.2% | 81.4% | 2.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
In this area, 91.9% 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 | 96.5% | 91.9% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.9% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 4.3% | 3.4% | 5.6% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 91.9% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.7% | 5.7% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.5% | 76.7% | 11.8% |
| France | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 2.4% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 7.7% | 13.5% | -5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.8% | 37.2% | -0.4% |
| Christian | 49.8% | 46.2% | 3.6% |
| Hindu | 2.9% | 1.7% | 1.2% |
| Muslim | 2.9% | 6.5% | -3.6% |
| Sikh | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Vanguard Close was 65.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.7% lower than the Cadley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Vanguard Close has the 37th highest crime rate of 75 local areas in Cadley and the 162nd lowest crime rate of 448 local areas in Preston .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 1380.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Vanguard Close, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2024-02-09 | £348,298 |
| 25 Vanguard Close, Preston, Lancashire Detached, a newly built property | £299,995 | 2020-09-30 | £383,838 |
| 19 Vanguard Close, Preston, Lancashire Detached, a newly built property | £314,995 | 2020-08-07 | £399,264 |
| 21 Vanguard Close, Preston, Lancashire Detached, a newly built property | £281,995 | 2019-09-27 | £358,272 |
| 10 Vanguard Close, Preston, Lancashire Detached, a newly built property | £364,995 | 2019-09-27 | £463,723 |
PR4 0QD 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 90 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Retired | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Education | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool House Community Primary School Kidsgrove , Tanterton PR2 7BX | 3out of 4 | 994 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Primary School Wychnor , Fulwood PR2 7EE | 3out of 4 | 1,231 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodplumpton St Anne's CofE Primary School Woodplumpton Road , Woodplumpton PR4 0NE | 3out of 4 | 1,485 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School, Ingol, Preston 59 Whitby Avenue , Ingol PR2 3YP | 3out of 4 | 1,670 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cottam Primary School Haydocks Lane , Cottam PR4 0NY | 3out of 4 | 1,684 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broughton High School Woodplumpton Lane , Broughton PR3 5JJ | 4out of 4 | 2,231 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulwood Academy Black Bull Lane , PR2 9YR | 1out of 4 | 2,285 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Catholic High School St Anthony's Drive , Fulwood PR2 3SQ | 4out of 4 | 2,292 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Community Science College Aldwych Drive , Ashton PR2 1SL | 3out of 4 | 2,920 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corpus Christi Catholic High School St Vincent's Road , Fulwood PR2 8QY | 3out of 4 | 3,179 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preston College Fulwood Campus , St Vincent's Road PR2 8UR | - not rated | 3,701 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Pius X Preparatory School 200 Garstang Road , Fulwood PR2 8RD | - not rated | 3,164 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 | 3,212 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorbrook School Ainslie Road , Fulwood PR2 3DB | 3out of 4 | 3,477 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal Cross Primary School Elswick Road , Ashton-on-Ribble PR2 1NT | 4out of 4 | 3,522 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abrar Academy 34-36 Garstang Road , PR1 1NA | - not rated | 4,338 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe - Tanterton Village Centre | Tanterton Village Centre, Kidsgrove | 947 yd | |
| Maxy House Pantry and Restaurant | Maxy House Farm, Sandy Lane | 1,050 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Guild Merchant | 440 Tag Lane | 765 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsburys | Tanterton Hall Road | 598 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fulwood Amateurs Afc LIGHTFOOT LANE | grass pitches | 742 yd |
| Tanterton Playing Fields BOWLINGFIELD | grass pitches | 837 yd |
| Fulwood Driving Range And Golf Academy (Closed) Lightfoot Lane | golf, grass pitches | 957 yd |
| Ingol Golf Course (Closed) Tanterton Hall Road | golf, squash courts | 1,044 yd |
| Preston Grasshoppers Rfc LIGHTFOOT GREEN LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,088 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 191.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.