Ash Drive is in Warton, Preston and in Fylde district. PR4 1DD is located in the Warton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Fylde. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ash Drive, Warton, Preston, PR4 1DD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR4 1DX, PR4 1DH, PR4 1BS, PR4 1DB, PR4 1BT, PR4 1AH, PR4 1BE, PR4 1BQ, PR4 1AE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PR4 1DD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.9% 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 | 51.9% | 53.9% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 2.9% |
| Male | 48.1% | 46.1% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -2.9% |
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 | 22% | 30.6% | 8.6% | 37.9% | -7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56% | 44.9% | -11.1% | 44.2% | 0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 4.4% | 3.5% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 11.7% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 9.9% | 7.9% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 43.2% | 49.1% | 5.9% | 48.4% | 0.7% |
| Good health | 39% | 34.9% | -4.1% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 14% | 11.9% | -2.1% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 3.2% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 23.3% | 14.2% | -9.1% | 18.2% | -4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.9% | 11.5% | 1.6% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 9.4% | -5.7% | 13.4% | -4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 5% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 19.2% | 4.5% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.2% | 39.2% | 9.0% | 33.8% | 5.4% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.5% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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 | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| White | 99.6% | 93.4% | -6.2% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 94.7% | 95.2% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 2.5% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 95% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0.2% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 1.1% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.2% | 76.7% | 9.5% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.1% | 13.5% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.6% | 37.2% | 3.4% |
| Christian | 52.5% | 46.2% | 6.3% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ash Drive was 49.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.0% lower than the Freckleton Village average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Ash Drive has the 18th lowest crime rate of 48 local areas in Freckleton Village and the 127th lowest crime rate of 269 local areas in Fylde .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -76.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51 Ash Drive, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2026-02-18 | £150,000 |
| 4 Ash Drive, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2025-11-26 | £191,734 |
| 44 Ash Drive, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2025-10-09 | £143,136 |
| 23 Ash Drive, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £201,000 | 2025-10-01 | £198,415 |
| 39 Ash Drive, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2025-04-17 | £167,888 |
PR4 1DD 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 PR4 1DD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 123 |
| Retired | 108 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryning with Warton St Paul's Church of England Primary School Lytham Road , Warton PR4 1AH | - not rated | 136 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warton St Paul's Church of England Primary Academy Lytham Road , Warton PR4 1AH | 3out of 4 | 136 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School, Warton Lytham Road , Warton PR4 1AD | - not rated | 596 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School, Warton Lytham Road , Warton PR4 1AD | 3out of 4 | 596 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Freckleton Strike Lane Primary School Strike Lane , Freckleton PR4 1HR | - not rated | 2,521 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carr Hill High School Royal Avenue , Kirkham PR4 2ST | 2out of 4 | 4,130 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carr Hill High School Royal Avenue , Kirkham PR4 2ST | - not rated | 4,135 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic High School, Lytham Talbot Road , Lytham FY8 4JL | - not rated | 4,220 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bracken School 1 Harbour Lane , Warton PR4 1YA | - not rated | 351 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Linton School Kirkham Road , Freckleton PR4 1HX | - not rated | 2,519 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkham Grammar School Ribby Road , Kirkham PR4 2BH | - not rated | 3,821 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkham Pear Tree School 29 Station Road , Kirkham PR4 2HA | 4out of 4 | 4,123 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Raj | 113 Lytham Road | 777 yd | |
| TLK The Lightning Kitchen | Mill House | 782 yd | |
| Subway | 47 Lytham Road | 897 yd | |
| Birley Arms | The Birley Arms, Bryning Lane | 1,048 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chequers Club | Chequers Social Club, 27 Harbour Lane | 410 yd | |
| Lightning Club | Mill House, Mill Lane | 802 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olivers Chippy | 150c Lytham Road | 361 yd | |
| Whites Sandwich Bar | 150 Lytham Road | 549 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 25 Harbour Lane | 407 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Lytham Road | 794 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School LYTHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 595 yd |
| Bank Lane Sports Ground Bank Lane | grass pitches | 765 yd |
| Bridges Recreation Ground FOLKESTONE CLOSE | grass pitches | 781 yd |
| Kellamergh Park AFC FYLDE KELLAMERGH PARK AFC FYLDE KELLAMERGH PARK BRYNING LANE | grass pitches | 811 yd |
| Bactive Fitness Centre MILL LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 868 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 | 98.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 98.3% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 120.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.