Evesham Close is in Hutton, Preston and in South Ribble district. PR4 5FJ 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 Evesham Close, Hutton, Preston, PR4 5FJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR4 5EN, PR4 5FN, PR4 5FH, PR4 5HD, PR4 5EJ, PR4 5EH, PR4 5FE, PR4 5EL, PR4 5HL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PR4 5FJ has a slightly higher male population, with 52% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.7% | 48% | -3.7% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 48.3% | 52% | 3.7% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
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 5FJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.9% 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 | 16.4% | 24.4% | 8.0% | 37.9% | -13.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.5% | 60.9% | -6.6% | 44.2% | 16.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 5.1% | -1.3% | 9.1% | -4.0% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 7.7% | -1.2% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 46.3% | 54.7% | 8.4% | 48.4% | 6.3% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 26.3% | -7.5% | 33.6% | -7.3% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 14.4% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 4.3% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 19.6% | 15.7% | -3.9% | 18.2% | -2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 7.4% | -4.0% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 12.2% | -1.7% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.5% | 5.8% | -1.7% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 16.3% | 7.0% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.6% | 40.4% | 5.8% | 33.8% | 6.6% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.2% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
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% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.7% | 97.6% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
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 | 97.4% | 97% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 97% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0.5% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.2% | 76.7% | 16.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 6.5% | 13.5% | -7.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 20.8% | 37.2% | -16.4% |
| Christian | 73.3% | 46.2% | 27.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Evesham Close was 19.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.1% lower than the Longton & Hutton West average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Evesham Close has the 6th lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in Longton & Hutton West and the 55th lowest crime rate of 369 local areas in South Ribble .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -94.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Evesham Close, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2021-07-29 | £247,865 |
| 1 Evesham Close, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £198,000 | 2015-05-21 | £299,071 |
| 2 Evesham Close, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £179,950 | 2007-09-11 | £243,354 |
| 4 Evesham Close, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £176,000 | 2007-06-22 | £241,068 |
| 7 Evesham Close, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2005-12-16 | £216,992 |
PR4 5FJ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PR4 5FJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
The percentage of student residents living in PR4 5FJ area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Retired | 96 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Longton Chapel Lane , Longton PR4 5EB | 3out of 4 | 880 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longton Primary School School lane , Longton PR4 5YA | 4out of 4 | 1,136 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Howick Church Endowed Primary School Liverpool Road , Penwortham PR1 0NB | 3out of 4 | 1,861 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 | 2,267 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Hoole Primary School Dob Lane , Walmer Bridge PR4 5QL | 3out of 4 | 2,722 yd | Community 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 | 652 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| All Hallows Catholic High School Crabtree Avenue , Penwortham PR1 0LN | 4out of 4 | 2,515 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Penwortham Priory Academy Crow Hills Road , Penwortham PR1 0JE | 2out of 4 | 3,166 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Penwortham Girls' High School Cop Lane , Penwortham PR1 0SR | 4out of 4 | 3,858 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ashton Community Science College Aldwych Drive , Ashton PR2 1SL | 3out of 4 | 5,053 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | 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 | 1,800 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pioneer TEC Wallend Road , PR2 2HW | - not rated | 3,200 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 | 4,394 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aurora Brambles School 159 Longmeanygate , Midge Hall PR26 7TB | - not rated | 4,727 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Spen Brook School (former Hawes Side Library) , Hawes Side Lane FY4 5AJ | - not rated | 4,778 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hickorys Smokehouse Hutton | 88 Liverpool Road, Hutton | 504 yd | |
| The Royal Indian Restaurant | 88 Liverpool Road, Hutton | 504 yd | |
| Happy Bunnies | 65 Liverpool Road, Longton | 788 yd | |
| Origin Pets | 64 Liverpool Road, Longton | 854 yd | |
| Med 3 Longton | 2A Franklands, Longton | 888 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rams Head | 67 Liverpool Road, Longton | 788 yd | |
| Hoptons | 4A Chapel Lane, Longton | 863 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lathams Of Broughton | 161 Liverpool Road, Hutton | 318 yd | |
| Lucky Star Chinese Cuisine | 159 Liverpool Road, Hutton | 323 yd | |
| Longton House | 53 Chapel Lane, Longton | 638 yd | |
| Pappa's Pizzeria | 74 Liverpool Road, Longton | 880 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hutton Playing Field Moor Lane | grass pitches, tennis courts | 301 yd |
| Hutton Church Of England Grammar School LIVERPOOL ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 584 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 | 70.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.