Old School Lane is in Lostock Hall, Preston and in South Ribble district. PR5 5XP is located in the Farington East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ribble Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Old School Lane, Lostock Hall, Preston, PR5 5XP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PR5 5XP has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 50.5% | 48.6% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 49.5% | 51.4% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 | 30.8% | 33% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -4.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.7% | 50.7% | 2.0% | 44.2% | 6.5% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 7.5% | -3.6% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 7.9% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 50.2% | 50.6% | 0.4% | 48.4% | 2.2% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 31.4% | 1.3% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 13.4% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 3.4% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 27.8% | 19.1% | -8.7% | 18.2% | 0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 8.4% | -7.0% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 16% | 0.6% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 7.1% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 17.8% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.1% | 31.1% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -2.7% |
| Other | 3.4% | 0.4% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.5% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 98.2% | 96.5% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 3.1% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 96.9% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.8% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.7% | 76.7% | 9.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.6% | 13.5% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28% | 37.2% | -9.2% |
| Christian | 64.2% | 46.2% | 18.0% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Old School Lane was 110.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.1% higher than the Farington East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Old School Lane has the 5th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Farington East and the 98th highest crime rate of 369 local areas in South Ribble .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -77.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glenfern Old School Lane, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £288,000 | 2019-06-21 | £382,235 |
| Glenfern Old School Lane, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £226,500 | 2007-04-10 | £323,614 |
| Walmsleys Farm Old School Lane, Preston, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £51,500 | 1995-04-07 | £212,070 |
PR5 5XP 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 | 89 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoneygate Nursery School Stoneygate Walk , PR1 3XU | 3out of 4 | 4,825 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lostock Hall Community Primary School Linden Drive , Lostock Hall PR5 5AS | 4out of 4 | 1,270 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Farington Moss St. Paul's C.E. Primary School Croston Road , Farington Moss PR26 6PR | 3out of 4 | 1,298 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady and St Gerard's Roman Catholic Primary School, Lostock Hall Lourdes Avenue , Lostock Hall PR5 5TB | 3out of 4 | 1,396 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cuerden Church School, Bamber Bridge Station Road , Bamber Bridge PR5 6ED | 3out of 4 | 1,685 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lever House Primary School Bristol Avenue , Farington PR25 4YR | 3out of 4 | 1,773 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 1,335 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 | 2,252 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton-Le-Dale High School Brindle Road , Bamber Bridge PR5 6RN | 2out of 4 | 2,869 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellfield Academy Yewlands Drive , PR25 2TP | 2out of 4 | 3,215 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy@Worden Westfield Drive , PR25 1QX | 3out of 4 | 3,823 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Runshaw College Langdale Road , PR25 3DQ | - not rated | 4,652 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman College Lark Hill Road , PR1 4HD | - not rated | 4,658 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeway School Church Road , Bamber Bridge PR5 6EP | - not rated | 1,435 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lostock Hall Moor Hey School Far Croft , Lostock Hall PR5 5SS | 3out of 4 | 1,781 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Roselyn House School Moss Lane, Off Wigan Road , PR25 4SE | - not rated | 2,456 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Coppice School Ash Grove , Bamber Bridge PR5 6GY | 3out of 4 | 2,589 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Red Rose School Meadow Lane , Bamber Bridge PR5 8LN | - not rated | 3,016 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mill Cafe | St Catherines Hospice, Lostock Lane | 627 yd | |
| Burger King | Burger King Restaurant, Lostock Lane | 739 yd | |
| Sushi Gourmet | Sainsburys, Cuerden Way | 996 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walton Fox (vintage Inns) | Walton Fox, South Rings Business Park | 487 yd | |
| The Poachers | The Poachers Tavern, Lostock Lane | 739 yd | |
| The Victoria | 54 Watkin Lane, Lostock Hall | 1,044 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Chip Shop | 1 Victoria Street, Lostock Hall | 1,046 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Stores Ltd, Cuerden Way | 931 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, Cuerden Way | 996 yd | |
| Spar Store | 148 - 152 Brownedge Road, Lostock Hall | 1,058 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Todd Lane South Open Space (Closed) Todd Lane South | grass pitches | 379 yd |
| Places Gym (Preston) SOUTH RINGS BUSINESS PARK SOUTH RINGS BUSINESS PARK CRAVEN DRIVE | health and fitness suite | 506 yd |
| Muscle Alley Gym & Fitness Centre WARD STREET | health and fitness suite | 745 yd |
| Croston Manor Open Space (Closed) Wellfield Road | grass pitches | 914 yd |
| South Ribble Tennis And Fitness Centre CUERDEN WAY | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 1,064 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.