Station Road is in Hesketh Bank, Preston and in West Lancashire district. PR4 6SN is located in the Tarleton Village electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Ribble. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Station Road, Hesketh Bank, Preston, PR4 6SN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR4 6EF, PR4 6PE, PR4 6AG, PR4 6RA, PR4 6RJ, PR4 6AF, PR4 6SX, PR4 6EN, PR4 6RL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PR4 6SN 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 | 49.2% | 51.1% | 1.9% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 50.8% | 48.9% | -1.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33.9% | 36.7% | 2.8% | 37.9% | -1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.4% | 47.2% | -1.2% | 44.2% | 3.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 9.5% | -1.1% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 3.5% | 3.9% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 (88.7%) 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 | 51.1% | 54.3% | 3.2% | 48.4% | 5.9% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 34.4% | 1.3% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 7.6% | -2.6% | 12.7% | -5.1% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 3.2% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.5% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 21.7% | 14.9% | -6.8% | 18.2% | -3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.5% | 12.2% | -6.3% | 9.6% | 2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 17.8% | 4.4% | 13.4% | 4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 3.3% | -2.2% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.1% | 24.1% | 6.0% | 16.9% | 7.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.5% | 25.7% | 5.2% | 33.8% | -8.1% |
| Other | 2.4% | 2% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.4% 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% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 97.8% | 92.4% | -5.4% | 81.4% | 11.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 94.4% | 93.8% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 4% | 2% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 93.1% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.1% | 1% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.2% | 76.7% | 1.5% |
| Portugal | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Central and South America | 2% | 0.2% | 1.8% |
| No passport held | 17.1% | 13.5% | 3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.3% | 37.2% | 1.1% |
| Christian | 53.1% | 46.2% | 6.9% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Station Road was 180.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 280.4% higher than the North Meols & Hesketh Bank average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Station Road has the highest crime rate of 26 local areas in North Meols & Hesketh Bank and the 33rd highest crime rate of 328 local areas in West Lancashire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 69.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 9.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Station Road, Preston, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2023-02-03 | £86,820 |
| 4 - 6 Station Road, Preston, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2021-11-05 | £183,390 |
| 4 - 6 Station Road, Preston, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2021-07-09 | £248,736 |
| 21A Station Road, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2020-12-11 | £318,975 |
| 10 Station Road, Preston, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2019-03-11 | £97,477 |
PR4 6SN 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 | 139 |
| Part-Time Employee | 51 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Education | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tarleton Community Primary School Hesketh Lane , Tarleton PR4 6AT | 3out of 4 | 875 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hesketh-with-Becconsall All Saints CofE School Shore Road , Hesketh Bank PR4 6RD | 3out of 4 | 1,361 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hoole St Michael CofE Primary School Liverpool Old Road , Much Hoole PR4 5JQ | 3out of 4 | 1,846 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tarleton Holy Trinity CofE Primary School Church Road , Tarleton PR4 6UP | 3out of 4 | 2,568 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Hoole Primary School Dob Lane , Walmer Bridge PR4 5QL | 3out of 4 | 4,089 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 | 1,698 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holly's | Unit 2, 19 Station Road | 38 yd | |
| Janis Catering | Lime Bar And Lounge, 8 Station Road | 56 yd | |
| Hesketh Bank Community Centre Front Hall | Station Road, Hesketh Bank | 638 yd | |
| Hesketh Lane Church | Hesketh Lane, Tarleton | 698 yd | |
| Naaz Indian Cuisine | Naaz, 140 Station Road | 821 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hesketh Bank Bowling Club | Station Road, Hesketh Bank | 878 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amelios Pizzeria | 15 Station Road, Hesketh Bank | 2 yd | |
| The Village Pantry | 10 Station Road, Hesketh Bank | 2 yd | |
| China Town | 19A Station Road, Hesketh Bank | 2 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Booths | 24 Station Road, Hesketh Bank | 2 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hesketh Bank Cricket Club HESKETH BANK CRICKET CLUB HESKETH BANK CRICKET CLUB STATION ROAD | grass pitches | 776 yd |
| Be Unique Fitness STATION ROAD | health and fitness suite | 823 yd |
| Centenary Sports Ground STATION ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 823 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 | 96.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| 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 | 70.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 198.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 29.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.