Hennel Lane is in Walton Le Dale, Preston and in South Ribble district. PR5 4LH is located in the Walton-le-Dale West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ribble Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hennel Lane, Walton Le Dale, Preston, PR5 4LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR5 5UL, PR5 5UD, PR5 5UN, PR5 5UF, PR5 5ZA, PR5 5UG, PR5 5QX, PR5 4LE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PR5 4LH has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% 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 | 49.6% | 47.6% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 50.4% | 52.4% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
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 | 30.7% | 35.1% | 4.4% | 37.9% | -2.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.9% | 45.4% | -6.5% | 44.2% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 12.2% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 6.3% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.6% | 45.9% | 2.3% | 48.4% | -2.5% |
| Good health | 38.8% | 35.6% | -3.2% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 14% | 10.7% | -3.3% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 7.7% | 4.1% | 4.0% | 3.7% |
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 | 15.6% | 24% | 8.4% | 18.2% | 5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 7.7% | -5.5% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 10.6% | -5.9% | 13.4% | -2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 9% | 10.6% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 16.8% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.7% | 28.4% | -2.3% | 33.8% | -5.4% |
| Other | 3.3% | 1.9% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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 | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 95.2% | 96.6% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 96.4% | 97% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 97% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 76.7% | 10.4% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 10.8% | 13.5% | -2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30% | 37.2% | -7.2% |
| Christian | 62.7% | 46.2% | 16.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hennel Lane was 72.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.7% lower than the Samlesbury & Walton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hennel Lane has the 5th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Samlesbury & Walton and the 147th highest crime rate of 369 local areas in South Ribble .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 51.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Hill Hennel Lane, Preston, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2019-12-09 | £467,363 |
| Park Hill Hennel Lane, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 1997-08-29 | £327,598 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoneygate Nursery School Stoneygate Walk , PR1 3XU | 3out of 4 | 2,200 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walton-le-Dale, St Leonard's Church of England Primary School Walton Green , Walton-le-Dale PR5 4JL | 3out of 4 | 803 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton-le-Dale Community Primary School Severn Drive , Walton-le-Dale PR5 4TD | 3out of 4 | 1,261 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lostock Hall Community Primary School Linden Drive , Lostock Hall PR5 5AS | 4out of 4 | 1,457 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Frenchwood Community Primary School Frenchwood Knoll , PR1 4LE | 3out of 4 | 1,582 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School, Walton-le-Dale Higher Walton Road , Walton-le-Dale PR5 4HD | 2out of 4 | 1,584 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ The King Catholic High School Lawrence Avenue , Frenchwood PR1 4PR | 3out of 4 | 1,186 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lostock Hall Academy Todd Lane North , Lostock Hall PR5 5UR | 3out of 4 | 1,366 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brownedge St Mary's Catholic High School Station Road , Bamber Bridge PR5 6PB | 3out of 4 | 1,928 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton-Le-Dale High School Brindle Road , Bamber Bridge PR5 6RN | 2out of 4 | 2,149 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Boys' School, Preston Adelaide Street , PR1 4BD | 4out of 4 | 2,261 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardinal Newman College Lark Hill Road , PR1 4HD | - not rated | 1,968 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston College Fulwood Campus , St Vincent's Road PR2 8UR | - not rated | 5,322 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lostock Hall Moor Hey School Far Croft , Lostock Hall PR5 5SS | 3out of 4 | 1,518 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Imam Muhammad Zakariya School 2 Bairstow Street , PR1 3TN | - not rated | 2,128 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Coppice School Ash Grove , Bamber Bridge PR5 6GY | 3out of 4 | 2,433 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgeway School Church Road , Bamber Bridge PR5 6EP | - not rated | 2,785 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Central Lancashire Adelphi Building , PR1 2HE | - not rated | 2,981 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Unit 9, The Capitol Centre | 934 yd | |
| Starbucks | Unit 8, The Capitol Centre | 938 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurants Ltd | Unit 11, The Capitol Centre | 1,028 yd | |
| Dunelm Mill Shop | Dunelm Mill, The Capitol Centre | 1,028 yd | |
| Dunkin | Unit 4, The Capitol Centre | 1,028 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hunters | Hunters, Hennel Lane | 111 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marj & Retas Kitchen | Hunters, Hennel Lane | 111 yd | |
| The Contented Sole | 13 Hennel Lane, Walton-Le-Dale | 654 yd | |
| Alborz One | Unit 4, Old Fort Garage | 819 yd | |
| Diyab Ocean | Unit 3, Old Fort Garage | 819 yd | |
| Penningtons | 27 Chorley Road, Walton-Le-Dale | 1,011 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar Shop | 1 Millwood Road, Lostock Hall | 317 yd | |
| Waitrose Ltd | Waitrose, Waitrose Ltd | 1,025 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nuffield Health (Preston) CAPITOL CENTRE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 865 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.