Newarth Lane is in Hesketh Bank, Preston and in West Lancashire district. PR4 6RS 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 Newarth Lane, Hesketh Bank, Preston, PR4 6RS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR4 6SU, PR4 6ZD, PR4 6TQ, PR4 6RT, PR4 6PH, PR4 6PA, PR4 6SQ, PR4 6SZ, PR4 6SP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PR4 6RS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 51.1% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 50.9% | 48.9% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 6RS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.3% 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 | 30.2% | 26.6% | -3.6% | 37.9% | -11.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.9% | 57.3% | 6.4% | 44.2% | 13.1% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 9.1% | -2.1% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 5.8% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 | 42.7% | 40.6% | -2.1% | 48.4% | -7.8% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 43.5% | 5.3% | 33.6% | 9.9% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 10.5% | -2.2% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 3.6% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 | 24.1% | 19.1% | -5.0% | 18.2% | 0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 9.5% | -1.3% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 12.4% | -3.1% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 5.8% | -0.2% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.1% | 20.7% | 5.6% | 16.9% | 3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.4% | 30.3% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -3.5% |
| Other | 3% | 2.1% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.9% | 99.3% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 94.8% | 97.1% | 2.3% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 4.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 96.4% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 1.1% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76% | 76.7% | -0.7% |
| Portugal | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 21.5% | 13.5% | 8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 18.3% | 37.2% | -18.9% |
| Christian | 77.4% | 46.2% | 31.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Newarth Lane was 51.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.3% higher than the North Meols & Hesketh Bank average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Newarth Lane has the 7th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in North Meols & Hesketh Bank and the 161st highest crime rate of 328 local areas in West Lancashire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 5.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Newarth Lane, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2023-10-27 | £230,014 |
| 8 Newarth Lane, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2023-04-06 | £194,785 |
| 47 Newarth Lane, Preston, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-01-28 | £189,978 |
| 1 Newarth Lane, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2021-09-24 | £684,029 |
| 9 Newarth Lane, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £137,500 | 2020-05-15 | £182,645 |
PR4 6RS 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 6RS 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 | 82 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| 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 | 844 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tarleton Community Primary School Hesketh Lane , Tarleton PR4 6AT | 3out of 4 | 1,380 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hoole St Michael CofE Primary School Liverpool Old Road , Much Hoole PR4 5JQ | 3out of 4 | 2,276 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tarleton Holy Trinity CofE Primary School Church Road , Tarleton PR4 6UP | 3out of 4 | 3,056 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Hoole Primary School Dob Lane , Walmer Bridge PR4 5QL | 3out of 4 | 4,272 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 | 2,209 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hesketh Bank Community Centre Front Hall | Station Road, Hesketh Bank | 244 yd | |
| Naaz Indian Cuisine | Naaz, 140 Station Road | 439 yd | |
| Holly's | Unit 2, 19 Station Road | 492 yd | |
| Janis Catering | Lime Bar And Lounge, 8 Station Road | 573 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hesketh Bank Bowling Club | Station Road, Hesketh Bank | 436 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amelios Pizzeria | 15 Station Road, Hesketh Bank | 524 yd | |
| The Village Pantry | 10 Station Road, Hesketh Bank | 524 yd | |
| China Town | 19A Station Road, Hesketh Bank | 524 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Booths | 24 Station Road, Hesketh Bank | 524 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Be Unique Fitness STATION ROAD | health and fitness suite | 440 yd |
| Centenary Sports Ground STATION ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 440 yd |
| Hesketh Bank Cricket Club HESKETH BANK CRICKET CLUB HESKETH BANK CRICKET CLUB STATION ROAD | grass pitches | 486 yd |
| Shore Road Recreation Ground Shore Road | grass pitches | 787 yd |
| Hesketh-With-Becconsall All Saints C Of E School SHORE ROAD | grass pitches | 919 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 | 96.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.8% |
| 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 | 61 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 77.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.