Barn Hey is in Longton, Preston and in South Ribble district. PR4 5BP is located in the Longton & Hutton West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Ribble. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barn Hey, Longton, Preston, PR4 5BP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR4 5BL, PR4 5DQ, PR4 5DB, PR4 5BH, PR4 5BJ, PR4 5BN, PR4 5BD, PR4 5BQ, PR4 5WJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PR4 5BP, 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 | 49.5% | 53.1% | 3.6% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 50.5% | 46.9% | -3.6% | 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 vicinity of PR4 5BP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.3% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.9% | 26.8% | 1.9% | 37.9% | -11.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.2% | 52.3% | -7.9% | 44.2% | 8.1% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 7.2% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 11.1% | 3.4% | 6.1% | 5.0% |
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 | 50.5% | 50.6% | 0.1% | 48.4% | 2.2% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 34.2% | 0.6% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 11.2% | 1.9% | 12.7% | -1.5% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 3.3% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 16.1% | 13.6% | -2.5% | 18.2% | -4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.7% | 9.3% | 1.6% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 12.7% | -6.5% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 7.6% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 21.2% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.5% | 33.5% | -1.0% | 33.8% | -0.3% |
| Other | 2.7% | 2.1% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.1% | 96.7% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 98.1% 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 | 98.1% | 98.1% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 98.1% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.5% | 76.7% | 14.8% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 7.4% | 13.5% | -6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 18.5% | 37.2% | -18.7% |
| Christian | 77.8% | 46.2% | 31.6% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barn Hey was 14.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.4% lower than the Hoole average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Barn Hey has the 6th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Hoole and the 39th lowest crime rate of 369 local areas in South Ribble .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 31.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Barn Hey, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2025-07-07 | £269,021 |
| 2 Barn Hey, Preston, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2022-10-14 | £231,344 |
| 3 Barn Hey, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2020-08-21 | £203,116 |
| 3 Barn Hey, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2015-06-05 | £194,219 |
| 1 Barn Hey, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £169,950 | 2014-07-10 | £260,400 |
PR4 5BP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 5BP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 80 |
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 22 |
| Education | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longton Primary School School lane , Longton PR4 5YA | 4out of 4 | 759 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Longton Chapel Lane , Longton PR4 5EB | 3out of 4 | 1,113 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Hoole Primary School Dob Lane , Walmer Bridge PR4 5QL | 3out of 4 | 2,417 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Howick Church Endowed Primary School Liverpool Road , Penwortham PR1 0NB | 3out of 4 | 3,038 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Longton All Saints CofE Primary School Hugh Barn Lane , New Longton PR4 4XA | 3out of 4 | 3,375 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 1,890 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| All Hallows Catholic High School Crabtree Avenue , Penwortham PR1 0LN | 4out of 4 | 3,726 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Penwortham Priory Academy Crow Hills Road , Penwortham PR1 0JE | 2out of 4 | 4,207 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Penwortham Girls' High School Cop Lane , Penwortham PR1 0SR | 4out of 4 | 5,005 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashbridge Independent School Lindle Lane , Hutton PR4 4AQ | - not rated | 3,018 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pioneer TEC Wallend Road , PR2 2HW | - not rated | 3,760 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal Cross Primary School Elswick Road , Ashton-on-Ribble PR2 1NT | 4out of 4 | 5,016 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aurora Brambles School 159 Longmeanygate , Midge Hall PR26 7TB | - not rated | 5,330 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lemon Tree | 136 Liverpool Road, Longton | 483 yd | |
| Orchid Cafe and Bar | 139 Liverpool Road, Longton | 505 yd | |
| Romano's | 84 Liverpool Road, Longton | 548 yd | |
| Med 3 Longton | 2A Franklands, Longton | 571 yd | |
| Origin Pets | 64 Liverpool Road, Longton | 620 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Bull | 119 Liverpool Road, Longton | 465 yd | |
| Red Lion | 138 Liverpool Road, Longton | 503 yd | |
| Wilkins & Pye | 143 Liverpool Road, Longton | 521 yd | |
| The Golden Ball | 150 Liverpool Road, Longton | 587 yd | |
| Hoptons | 4A Chapel Lane, Longton | 677 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice Up | 153A Liverpool Road, Longton | 533 yd | |
| The Big Fish | 153B Liverpool Road, Longton | 535 yd | |
| Pappa's Pizzeria | 74 Liverpool Road, Longton | 593 yd | |
| Longton House | 53 Chapel Lane, Longton | 976 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Booths Supermarkets | Liverpool Road, Longton | 452 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Longton Playing Field Liverpool Road | grass pitches | 665 yd |
| Longton Primary School SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches | 689 yd |
| Longton Victory Memorial Recreation Ground School Lane | grass pitches | 930 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 | 60.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.95 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.95 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.