Hayfield Avenue is in Hoghton, Preston and in South Ribble district. PR5 0AX is located in the Coupe Green & Gregson Lane electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ribble Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hayfield Avenue, Hoghton, Preston, PR5 0AX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR5 0BH, PR5 0BE, PR5 0AS, PR5 0AY, PR5 0AR, PR5 0AT, PR5 0AE, PR5 0EH, PR5 0AB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PR5 0AX has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 48.6% | 49.8% | 1.2% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 51.4% | 50.2% | -1.2% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 PR5 0AX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53% 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 | 28.3% | 26.9% | -1.4% | 37.9% | -11.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.7% | 53% | -1.7% | 44.2% | 8.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 0.4% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 9.8% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 8.1% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 (85.4%) 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 | 48.3% | 44.1% | -4.2% | 48.4% | -4.3% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 41.3% | 9.5% | 33.6% | 7.7% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 12.8% | -2.7% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 1.1% | -3.0% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 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 | 17.7% | 14% | -3.7% | 18.2% | -4.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 11.1% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 14.9% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.9% | 9.4% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.7% | 20.4% | 4.7% | 16.9% | 3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 26% | 27.7% | 1.7% | 33.8% | -6.1% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2.6% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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 | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.7% | 97.5% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 97.6% | 95.7% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 3.2% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 95.4% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0.4% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 76.7% | 10.4% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 11.5% | 13.5% | -2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.5% | 37.2% | -8.7% |
| Christian | 63.7% | 46.2% | 17.5% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hayfield Avenue was 26.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.1% lower than the Coupe Green & Gregson Lane average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Hayfield Avenue has the 7th lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Coupe Green & Gregson Lane and the 81st lowest crime rate of 369 local areas in South Ribble .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 3.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 63 Hayfield Avenue, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2023-08-24 | £200,128 |
| 109 Hayfield Avenue, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2021-10-11 | £184,630 |
| 65 Hayfield Avenue, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2021-02-11 | £251,276 |
| 101 Hayfield Avenue, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2020-01-31 | £191,479 |
| 87 Hayfield Avenue, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £168,500 | 2020-01-21 | £222,512 |
PR5 0AX 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 PR5 0AX 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%.
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Brindle Bournes Row , Gregson Lane PR5 0DQ | 3out of 4 | 406 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brindle Gregson Lane Primary School Brindle Gregson Lane Primary School, Bournes Row , Gregson Lane PR5 0DR | 2out of 4 | 406 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Higher Walton Church of England Primary School Rosewood Avenue , Higher Walton PR5 4FE | 3out of 4 | 1,501 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Coupe Green Primary School Coupe Green , Hoghton PR5 0JR | 3out of 4 | 1,617 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bamber Bridge St Aidan's Church of England Primary School Larch Grove , Bamber Bridge PR5 6GX | 3out of 4 | 2,217 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walton-Le-Dale High School Brindle Road , Bamber Bridge PR5 6RN | 2out of 4 | 2,346 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brownedge St Mary's Catholic High School Station Road , Bamber Bridge PR5 6PB | 3out of 4 | 2,678 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lostock Hall Academy Todd Lane North , Lostock Hall PR5 5UR | 3out of 4 | 4,229 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Catholic High School Lawrence Avenue , Frenchwood PR1 4PR | 3out of 4 | 5,215 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Coppice School Ash Grove , Bamber Bridge PR5 6GY | 3out of 4 | 2,138 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress School Gough Lane , Bamber Bridge PR5 6AQ | - not rated | 2,208 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgeway School Church Road , Bamber Bridge PR5 6EP | - not rated | 2,957 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Red Rose School Meadow Lane , Bamber Bridge PR5 8LN | - not rated | 3,014 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadow View Learning Centre 150 Chorley Road , Withnell PR6 8BN | - not rated | 4,690 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Horse | Black Horse Hotel, Gregson Lane | 458 yd | |
| Net Bar | 331 - 333 Gregson Lane, Hoghton | 475 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gregson Lane Chippy | 309 Gregson Lane, Hoghton | 486 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brindle St Josephs Rc Primary School Bournes Row | grass pitches | 302 yd |
| Gregson Lane Cricket Club Gregson Lane | grass pitches | 530 yd |
| Gregson Lane Playing Field Gregson Lane | grass pitches | 635 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 | 34.5% |
| 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 | 65.5% |
| Median download speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 21.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 3.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 3.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.9 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.