Cinder Lane is in Mere Brow, Preston and in West Lancashire district. PR4 6JY is located in the Burscough Bridge & Rufford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Ribble. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cinder Lane, Mere Brow, Preston, PR4 6JY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR4 6LX, PR4 6JX, PR4 6LA, PR4 6JW, PR4 6JZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PR4 6JY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 51.6% | 0.0% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 48.4% | 48.4% | 0.0% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 6JY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.6% 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 | 25.3% | 23.3% | -2.0% | 37.9% | -14.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.5% | 58.6% | 1.1% | 44.2% | 14.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 6.4% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 9.2% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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 | 39.4% | 40.9% | 1.5% | 48.4% | -7.5% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 38.7% | 2.9% | 33.6% | 5.1% |
| Fair health | 19.9% | 16.1% | -3.8% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 3.6% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 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 | 32.1% | 26.1% | -6.0% | 18.2% | 7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 7.6% | -4.2% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.2% | 10% | -2.2% | 13.4% | -3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 7.6% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 17.3% | 4.2% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.7% | 27.7% | 6.0% | 33.8% | -6.1% |
| Other | 3.6% | 3.6% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.9% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 98.8% | 96.4% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 96.4% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.8% | 76.7% | 8.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.4% | 13.5% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29% | 37.2% | -8.2% |
| Christian | 65.9% | 46.2% | 19.7% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cinder Lane was 68.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.0% higher than the Burscough Bridge & Rufford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cinder Lane has the 24th highest crime rate of 69 local areas in Burscough Bridge & Rufford and the 113th highest crime rate of 323 local areas in West Lancashire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.6%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Cinder Lane, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2024-03-14 | £528,891 |
| Brooklands Cinder Lane, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2021-08-26 | £564,989 |
| 1 - 2 Cinder Lane, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2014-06-27 | £374,614 |
| Brooklands Cinder Lane, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2005-07-29 | £644,506 |
* Results apply to the surrounding postcode area, not to a specific property.
The area around Cinder Lane, Mere Brow, Preston, PR4 6JY has very low flood risk from rivers and the sea.
0 of 2 properties (0.00%) in this postcode have some level of river or sea flood risk.
River and sea flooding includes flooding caused by overflowing rivers, estuaries, tidal waters and coastal surges.
The area around Cinder Lane, Mere Brow, Preston, PR4 6JY has low surface water flood risk.
1 of 2 properties (50.00%) in this postcode have some level of surface water flood risk.
Surface water flooding can happen when heavy rainfall overwhelms drains, roads, gardens or other hard surfaces.
PR4 6JY 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 6JY 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 | 84 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tarleton Mere Brow Church of England Primary School The Gravel , Mere Brow PR4 6JX | 3out of 4 | 376 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmeswood Methodist School Chapel Lane , Holmeswood L40 1UD | 3out of 4 | 2,544 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Banks St Stephen's CofE School Greaves Hall Avenue , Banks PR9 8BL | 3out of 4 | 3,063 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Banks Methodist School Chapel Lane , Banks PR9 8EY | 3out of 4 | 3,438 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tarleton Holy Trinity CofE Primary School Church Road , Tarleton PR4 6UP | 3out of 4 | 4,044 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tarleton High School, A Community Technology College Hesketh Lane , Tarleton PR4 6AQ | - not rated | 4,570 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tarleton Academy Hesketh Lane , Tarleton PR4 6AQ | 3out of 4 | 4,570 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Kingsfold Christian School Moss Lane , Hesketh Bank PR4 6AA | - not rated | 5,035 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golfers Bistro | The Golf Coffee Shop, Leisure Lakes | 224 yd | |
| Jollie's Barn Ltd | Jollies Barn, Leisure Lakes | 230 yd | |
| Mere Brow Deli | 53 The Gravel, Mere Brow | 230 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeside Bar and Chuck Wagon | The Western Frontier, Leisure Lakes | 230 yd | |
| Legh Arms | The Gravel, Mere Brow | 230 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bobbies Ice Cream Parlour | The Cabin, Leisure Lakes | 426 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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.