William Street is in Lostock Hall, Preston and in South Ribble district. PR5 5RZ is located in the Farington West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ribble Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1996-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about William Street, Lostock Hall, Preston, PR5 5RZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR5 5EY, PR5 5RX, PR5 5RU, PR5 5RG, PR5 5RY, PR5 5AA, PR5 5JB, PR5 5RR, PR5 5SD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PR5 5RZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 51% | -1.5% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 47.5% | 49% | 1.5% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 28.6% | 28.6% | 0.0% | 37.9% | -9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.1% | 37.3% | -1.8% | 44.2% | -6.9% |
| Separated | 4.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 13.5% | 18.9% | 5.4% | 9.1% | 9.8% |
| Widowed | 14.1% | 12.4% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 6.3% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (65.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.1% | 36.9% | -5.2% | 48.4% | -11.5% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 28.6% | -3.1% | 33.6% | -5.0% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 20.9% | 4.6% | 12.7% | 8.2% |
| Bad health | 8.6% | 11.2% | 2.6% | 4.0% | 7.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 2.4% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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.
In the area around PR5 5RZ this area, 29% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 17.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.5% | 29% | -8.5% | 18.2% | 10.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 11.3% | -2.8% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 15.6% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 9.7% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 4.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 16.1% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.5% | 17.2% | 5.7% | 33.8% | -16.6% |
| Other | 2.6% | 1.1% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 98.2% | 98.5% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
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 | 98.6% | 97.1% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 2.4% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 97.1% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78% | 76.7% | 1.3% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 21.5% | 13.5% | 8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.1% | 37.2% | -2.1% |
| Christian | 61.5% | 46.2% | 15.3% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around William Street was 160.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 149.2% higher than the Farington East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
William Street has the 3rd highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Farington East and the 46th highest crime rate of 369 local areas in South Ribble .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 William Street, Preston, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2025-12-12 | £86,719 |
| 4 William Street, Preston, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2021-07-13 | £91,600 |
| Unit 3 2 William Street, Preston, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2019-04-29 | £236,092 |
| 1 William Street, Preston, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2019-04-29 | £236,092 |
| Flat 1 2 William Street, Preston, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2007-09-20 | £79,819 |
PR5 5RZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 5RZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 59 |
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoneygate Nursery School Stoneygate Walk , PR1 3XU | 3out of 4 | 3,827 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady and St Gerard's Roman Catholic Primary School, Lostock Hall Lourdes Avenue , Lostock Hall PR5 5TB | - not rated | 265 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lostock Hall Community Primary School Linden Drive , Lostock Hall PR5 5AS | 3out of 4 | 694 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lostock Hall County Infant School Linden Drive , Lostock Hall PR5 5AS | - not rated | 694 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Farington Moss St. Paul's C.E. Primary School Croston Road , Farington Moss PR26 6PR | 3out of 4 | 784 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 | 1,730 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lostock Hall Academy Todd Lane North , Lostock Hall PR5 5UR | 3out of 4 | 899 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lostock Hall Community High School and Arts College Todd Lane North , Lostock Hall PR5 5UR | - not rated | 899 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brownedge St Mary's Catholic High School Station Road , Bamber Bridge PR5 6PB | 3out of 4 | 2,479 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Catholic High School Lawrence Avenue , Frenchwood PR1 4PR | 1out of 4 | 2,978 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Catholic High School Lawrence Avenue , Frenchwood PR1 4PR | - not rated | 2,978 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | 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 | 3,752 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancaster University School of Mathematics 67-69 London Road , PR1 4BA | - not rated | 4,051 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ribble Autism School Emily Street , Lostock Hall PR5 5SZ | - not rated | 152 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Applebee Wood Community Specialist School Far Croft , Lostock Hall PR5 5SS | - not rated | 590 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Applebee Wood School Far Croft , Lostock Hall PR5 5SS | - not rated | 590 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgeway School Church Road , Bamber Bridge PR5 6EP | - not rated | 2,300 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Coppice School Ash Grove , Bamber Bridge PR5 6GY | 3out of 4 | 2,971 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sangam Balti House | First Floor, 14 - 15 Hope Terrace | 33 yd | |
| KFC | 458 Leyland Road, Lostock Hall | 71 yd | |
| Taste | Sweat Dreams Cafe, 4 Hope Terrace | 79 yd | |
| Quality Food Fayre | Parochial Centre, Brownedge Road | 163 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lostock Ale House | 7 Hope Terrace, Lostock Hall | 65 yd | |
| Lostock Hall Conservative Club | Brownedge Road, Lostock Hall | 121 yd | |
| The Royal British Legion | 34 Brownedge Road, Lostock Hall | 266 yd | |
| The Victoria | 54 Watkin Lane, Lostock Hall | 293 yd | |
| Anchor Inn | 43 Croston Road, Lostock Hall | 301 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Roma | 1B Victoria Terrace, Watkin Lane | 18 yd | |
| Mimmo's Pizza | 1B Victoria Terrace, Watkin Lane | 18 yd | |
| Lostock Hall Kebab House | 12 Hope Terrace, Lostock Hall | 43 yd | |
| Zhen Zhen Chinese Takeaway | 468 Leyland Road, Lostock Hall | 46 yd | |
| King's Castle | 466 Leyland Road, Lostock Hall | 50 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar Store | 148 - 152 Brownedge Road, Lostock Hall | 709 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tardy Gate Playing Field Hern Avenue | grass pitches | 183 yd |
| Our Lady & St Gerards Roman Catholic Primary School LOURDES AVENUE | grass pitches | 260 yd |
| St Cuthberts Playing Field Mercer Road | grass pitches | 448 yd |
| Croston Manor Open Space (Closed) Wellfield Road | grass pitches | 474 yd |
| Moor Hey School FAR CROFT | grass pitches | 593 yd |
| Muscle Alley Gym & Fitness Centre WARD STREET | health and fitness suite | 653 yd |
| Lostock Hall Community Primary School LINDEN DRIVE | grass pitches | 693 yd |
| Lostock St Gerards Football Club WATERINGPOOL LANE | grass pitches | 776 yd |
| Farington Moss St. Paul'S C Of E Primary School CROSTON ROAD | grass pitches | 781 yd |
| Lostock Hall Sports Centre TODD LANE NORTH | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 902 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.