Tillage Close is in Walmer Bridge, Preston and in South Ribble district. PR4 5AZ is located in the Hoole electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Ribble. This postcode has been in use since 2014-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tillage Close, Walmer Bridge, Preston, PR4 5AZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR4 5BZ, PR4 5JT, PR4 4RQ, PR4 5QY, PR4 5BF, PR4 4HF, PR4 5HX, PR4 5JS, PR4 5QW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PR4 5AZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 51.3% | -1.8% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 46.9% | 48.7% | 1.8% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 31.3% | 31.9% | 0.6% | 37.9% | -6.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.7% | 43.8% | -0.9% | 44.2% | -0.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 3% | 3.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 12.7% | 2.4% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 10.7% | 8% | -2.7% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 | 52.9% | 50% | -2.9% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 23.8% | 32.3% | 8.5% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 12.1% | -4.1% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 4% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 22% | 17.4% | -4.6% | 18.2% | -0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 7.8% | -6.5% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 14.3% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 5.7% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.7% | 20.8% | 4.1% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.3% | 31.2% | 7.9% | 33.8% | -2.6% |
| Other | 4.7% | 2.9% | -1.8% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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 | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.2% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.4% | 97.6% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 96.1% | 97% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 2% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 97% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0.2% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.4% | 76.7% | 6.7% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.2% | 13.5% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.3% | 37.2% | -10.9% |
| Christian | 69.3% | 46.2% | 23.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tillage Close was 33.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 41.5% lower than the Hoole average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tillage Close has the 12th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Hoole and the 109th lowest crime rate of 369 local areas in South Ribble .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Tillage Close, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £352,000 | 2024-12-03 | £371,969 |
| 12 Tillage Close, Preston, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £62,500 | 2023-01-23 | £64,563 |
| 4 Tillage Close, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2022-08-19 | £357,533 |
| 8 Tillage Close, Preston, Lancashire Detached, a newly built property | £243,000 | 2015-10-09 | £363,343 |
| 4 Tillage Close, Preston, Lancashire Detached, a newly built property | £222,000 | 2014-11-27 | £336,521 |
PR4 5AZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 148 |
| Retired | 91 |
| Part-Time Employee | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 38 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Hoole Primary School Dob Lane , Walmer Bridge PR4 5QL | 3out of 4 | 609 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longton Primary School School lane , Longton PR4 5YA | 4out of 4 | 2,157 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hoole St Michael CofE Primary School Liverpool Old Road , Much Hoole PR4 5JQ | 3out of 4 | 2,170 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Longton Chapel Lane , Longton PR4 5EB | 3out of 4 | 2,329 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tarleton Community Primary School Hesketh Lane , Tarleton PR4 6AT | 3out of 4 | 3,621 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hutton Church of England Grammar School Liverpool Road , Hutton PR4 5SN | 3out of 4 | 3,667 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Tarleton Academy Hesketh Lane , Tarleton PR4 6AQ | 3out of 4 | 3,804 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Hallows Catholic High School Crabtree Avenue , Penwortham PR1 0LN | 4out of 4 | 5,383 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora Brambles School 159 Longmeanygate , Midge Hall PR26 7TB | - not rated | 4,028 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashbridge Independent School Lindle Lane , Hutton PR4 4AQ | - not rated | 4,715 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lang's Restaurant | 9 Bridge Court, Little Hoole | 154 yd | |
| Tootsies Ice Cream and Coffee Shop | Unit 10, Liverpool Road | 154 yd | |
| The Hales | Ground Floor, Unit 6 | 260 yd | |
| Walmer Bridge Supper Bar | 69 Liverpool Old Road, Walmer Bridge | 576 yd | |
| The Village Teapot | 63 Liverpool Old Road, Walmer Bridge | 646 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walmer Bridge Inn | Liverpool Old Road, Walmer Bridge | 620 yd | |
| Longton Arms | 2 Liverpool Old Road, Walmer Bridge | 914 yd | |
| Th'Owd Smithy Inn | 133 Liverpool Old Road, Much Hoole | 1,057 yd | |
| Th'Owd Smithy Inn | 133 Liverpool Old Road, Much Hoole | 1,057 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rios Chicken Hut Ltd | Unit 1, Bridge Court | 287 yd | |
| Walmer Bridge Spice | 65 Liverpool Old Road, Walmer Bridge | 644 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Little Hoole Primary School DOB LANE | grass pitches | 542 yd |
| Dob Lane Playing Field Dob Lane | grass pitches | 669 yd |
| Walmer Bridge Village Hall GILL LANE | grass pitches | 801 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% |
| Median download speed | 64.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.