Old Row is in Kirkham, Preston and in Fylde district. PR4 2UX is located in the Kirkham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Fylde. This postcode has been in use since 1983-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Old Row, Kirkham, Preston, PR4 2UX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR4 2UT, PR4 2UN, PR4 2TJ, PR4 2TD, PR4 2SQ, PR4 2XS, PR4 2SY, PR4 2SR, PR4 2SP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PR4 2UX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.3% | 50.5% | -4.8% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 44.7% | 49.5% | 4.8% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 27.8% | 35.5% | 7.7% | 37.9% | -2.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.7% | 31% | -4.7% | 44.2% | -13.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 4.5% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Divorced | 15.4% | 16.3% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 7.2% |
| Widowed | 16.7% | 11.8% | -4.9% | 6.1% | 5.7% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (64.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 31% | 33.8% | 2.8% | 48.4% | -14.6% |
| Good health | 36.5% | 31% | -5.5% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 21.6% | 22.8% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 10.1% |
| Bad health | 8.6% | 8.5% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 3.9% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 2.7% |
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 2UX this area, 34.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 13.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.7% | 34.3% | -8.4% | 18.2% | 16.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.3% | 13.5% | 4.2% | 9.6% | 3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 13.1% | -3.6% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 6.5% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 13.9% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 11% | 13.1% | 2.1% | 33.8% | -20.7% |
| Other | 4.4% | 5.7% | 1.3% | 2.8% | 2.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 1.4% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| White | 98.8% | 94% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
In this area, 88.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.3% | 88.6% | -6.7% | 83.2% | 5.4% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 9.3% | 5.8% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 88.6% | -5.9% | 83.2% | 5.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 6.4% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 1.1% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.5% | 76.7% | -11.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 6.4% | 1.5% | 4.9% |
| No passport held | 26.7% | 13.5% | 13.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.4% | 37.2% | -6.8% |
| Christian | 58% | 46.2% | 11.8% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 3.2% | 6.5% | -3.3% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Old Row was 189.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 103.3% higher than the Kirkham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Old Row has the 3rd highest crime rate of 38 local areas in Kirkham and the 23rd highest crime rate of 272 local areas in Fylde .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 128.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 61.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Grosvenor Mews Old Row, Preston, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2024-10-28 | £113,037 |
| 4 Grosvenor Mews Old Row, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £157,000 | 2023-03-24 | £161,317 |
| 5 Grosvenor Mews Old Row, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2019-10-02 | £136,176 |
| 5 Grosvenor Mews Old Row, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2019-05-22 | £121,566 |
| 4 Grosvenor Mews Old Row, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2019-02-15 | £161,699 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Other | 12 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkham St Michael's Church of England Primary School School Lane , Kirkham PR4 2SL | 3out of 4 | 426 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkham and Wesham Primary School Nelson Street , Kirkham PR4 2JP | 3out of 4 | 857 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Willows Catholic Primary School, Kirkham Victoria Road , Kirkham PR4 2BT | 4out of 4 | 870 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Medlar-with-Wesham Church of England Primary School Garstang Road North , Wesham PR4 3DE | 3out of 4 | 1,481 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Medlar-with-Wesham Garstang Road North , Medlar-with-Wesham PR4 3HA | 4out of 4 | 1,508 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 373 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkham Pear Tree School 29 Station Road , Kirkham PR4 2HA | 4out of 4 | 436 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkham Grammar School Ribby Road , Kirkham PR4 2BH | - not rated | 1,162 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Linton School Kirkham Road , Freckleton PR4 1HX | - not rated | 1,647 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bracken School 1 Harbour Lane , Warton PR4 1YA | - not rated | 3,886 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield House School Station Road , Salwick PR4 0YH | - not rated | 3,926 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Coffee Kirkham | 39-41 Poulton Street | 283 yd | |
| The Old Bank | 30 Poulton Street | 298 yd | |
| Indulge Desserts | 2 Market Square | 315 yd | |
| Book Bean & Ice Cream | 61 Poulton Street | 351 yd | |
| Scott's Bistro | 2 Glebe Lane | 840 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Huntsman | 87 Freckleton Street | 91 yd | |
| Queen's Arms | 7 Poulton Street | 256 yd | |
| Kirkham Bierhaus | 36 Poulton Street | 307 yd | |
| The Swan | 115 Poulton Street | 351 yd | |
| Kirkham Conservative Club | Kirkham Conservative Club, Ribby Road | 756 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkham Kebab House | 12 Freckleton Street | 113 yd | |
| Mr G's Eat & Shake also trading as Donner Box | 81 Poulton Street | 351 yd | |
| New Beijing | 107 Poulton Street | 351 yd | |
| East Ocean Chinese Takeaway | 89 Poulton Street | 351 yd | |
| Jononi Balti | 91 Poulton Street | 351 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operatives | Village Store, 4 Market Square | 315 yd | |
| Maymans | 57 Poulton Street | 351 yd | |
| Morrisons Supermarket | Morrisons, Mill Street | 547 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Carr Hill High School & Sixth Form Centre 11-18 11-18 ROYAL AVENUE | grass pitches | 272 yd |
| Kirkham Community Centre MILL STREET | 371 yd | |
| Kirkham St Michaels C Of E Primary School SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches | 427 yd |
| Maryfields BARNFIELD PAVILLION BARNFIELD PAVILLION BARNFIELD | grass pitches | 448 yd |
| Rural Splash Ymca Kirkham STATION ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 666 yd |
| Hmp Kirkham FRECKLETON ROAD | grass pitches | 678 yd |
| William Segar Hodgson Playing Fields BROOKLANDS AVENUE | grass pitches | 707 yd |
| Kirkham And Wesham Primary School KIRKHAM PRE SCHOOL KIRKHAM PRE SCHOOL NELSON STREET | grass pitches | 906 yd |
| Kirkham And Wesham Cricket Club Woodlands Avenue | grass pitches | 948 yd |
| The Willows Catholic Primary School VICTORIA ROAD | grass pitches | 971 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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.