Shore Road is in Hesketh Bank, Preston and in West Lancashire district. PR4 6RB is located in the North Meols & Hesketh Bank electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Ribble. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Shore Road, Hesketh Bank, Preston, PR4 6RB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR4 6YB, PR4 6TG, PR4 6RD, PR4 6SY, PR4 6SJ, PR4 6TN, PR4 6TW, PR4 6TS, PR4 6TH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PR4 6RB has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 52.4% | 49.2% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 47.6% | 50.8% | 3.2% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 | 32.4% | 33.6% | 1.2% | 37.9% | -4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.4% | 46.2% | -7.2% | 44.2% | 2.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 9.9% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 8.7% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 58.3% | 51.5% | -6.8% | 48.4% | 3.1% |
| Good health | 27.2% | 35.4% | 8.2% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 10.7% | 10.8% | 0.1% | 12.7% | -1.9% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 2% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 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 | 18.6% | 18.6% | 0.0% | 18.2% | 0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.9% | 11.9% | 2.0% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 14.2% | -4.0% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 7.5% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 19.8% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.8% | 28.1% | -2.7% | 33.8% | -5.7% |
| Other | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.4% | 98.3% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
In this area, 99% 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% | 99% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 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 | 98.1% | 99% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.2% | 76.7% | 11.5% |
| No passport held | 11.8% | 13.5% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.3% | 37.2% | -10.9% |
| Christian | 70.7% | 46.2% | 24.5% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Shore Road was 38.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.2% lower than the North Meols & Hesketh Bank average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Shore Road has the 13th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in North Meols & Hesketh Bank and the 126th lowest crime rate of 328 local areas in West Lancashire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.3%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9A Shore Road, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2024-08-27 | £342,684 |
| 3 Shore Road, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2023-11-03 | £165,046 |
| 9A Shore Road, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2020-10-09 | £383,396 |
| 3 Shore Road, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2020-01-03 | £176,814 |
| 14 Shore Road, Preston, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2019-09-06 | £181,544 |
PR4 6RB area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 21% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
PR4 6RB 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 | 85 |
| Self-Employed | 54 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 36 |
| Education | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hesketh-with-Becconsall All Saints CofE School Shore Road , Hesketh Bank PR4 6RD | 3out of 4 | 124 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tarleton Community Primary School Hesketh Lane , Tarleton PR4 6AT | 3out of 4 | 2,301 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hoole St Michael CofE Primary School Liverpool Old Road , Much Hoole PR4 5JQ | 3out of 4 | 2,958 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tarleton Holy Trinity CofE Primary School Church Road , Tarleton PR4 6UP | 3out of 4 | 3,980 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Hoole Primary School Dob Lane , Walmer Bridge PR4 5QL | 3out of 4 | 4,446 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tarleton Academy Hesketh Lane , Tarleton PR4 6AQ | 3out of 4 | 3,128 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Naaz Indian Cuisine | Naaz, 140 Station Road | 685 yd | |
| Hesketh Bank Community Centre Front Hall | Station Road, Hesketh Bank | 808 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hesketh Bank Bowling Club | Station Road, Hesketh Bank | 585 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hesketh-With-Becconsall All Saints C Of E School SHORE ROAD | grass pitches | 170 yd |
| Shore Road Recreation Ground Shore Road | grass pitches | 239 yd |
| Anchorage Farm (Hesketh Bank Afc) ARCH HOUSE FARM ARCH HOUSE FARM GUIDE ROAD | grass pitches | 473 yd |
| Be Unique Fitness STATION ROAD | health and fitness suite | 683 yd |
| Centenary Sports Ground STATION ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 683 yd |
| Hesketh Bank Cricket Club HESKETH BANK CRICKET CLUB HESKETH BANK CRICKET CLUB STATION ROAD | grass pitches | 810 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 | 91.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 60.9% |
| 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 | 75.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 158.86 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 158.86 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.01 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.