Old Mill Industrial Estate is in Bamber Bridge, Preston and in South Ribble district. PR5 6SY is located in the Bamber Bridge East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ribble Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1984-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Old Mill Industrial Estate, Bamber Bridge, Preston, PR5 6SY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR5 6RQ, PR5 6GE, PR5 6RN, PR5 6QE, PR5 6RT, PR5 6QJ, PR5 6RL, PR5 6QH, PR5 6RJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PR5 6SY has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 48.2% | 50% | 1.8% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 51.8% | 50% | -1.8% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 32.1% | 36.4% | 4.3% | 37.9% | -1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.9% | 47% | 2.1% | 44.2% | 2.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 5.4% | 3% | -2.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 9.6% | -2.5% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 4% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 (85.1%) 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 | 52.2% | 51.5% | -0.7% | 48.4% | 3.1% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 33.6% | -0.6% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 9.5% | 10.2% | 0.7% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 4% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 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 | 14.9% | 14.8% | -0.1% | 18.2% | -3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 9.4% | -1.9% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 16% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.7% | 7.8% | 0.1% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.9% | 20.7% | 4.8% | 16.9% | 3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.9% | 29.9% | 3.0% | 33.8% | -3.9% |
| Other | 4.6% | 1.4% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.2% 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 | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 2.3% | 2.1% | 3.1% | -0.8% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.8% | 93.2% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 11.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 94.2% 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 | 93.6% | 94.2% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 4.4% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 0.9% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.8% | 93.9% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 0.5% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0.2% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.5% | 76.7% | 2.8% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 16% | 13.5% | 2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.9% | 37.2% | -3.3% |
| Christian | 55.9% | 46.2% | 9.7% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 2.8% | 6.5% | -3.7% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Old Mill Industrial Estate was 194.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.8% higher than the Bamber Bridge East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Old Mill Industrial Estate has the 4th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Bamber Bridge East and the 33rd highest crime rate of 369 local areas in South Ribble .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 82.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 15-16 Old Mill Industrial Estate, Preston, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £900,000 | 2025-11-14 | £903,519 |
| Unit 1 Old Mill Industrial Estate, Preston, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £4,365,938 | 2018-08-16 | £5,095,248 |
| Unit 17 Old Mill Industrial Estate, Preston, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £147,600 | 2015-11-30 | £187,838 |
| Unit 36 Old Mill Industrial Estate, Preston, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £4,120,000 | 2015-05-13 | £5,295,670 |
| Full-Time Employee | 187 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 60 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Other | 15 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 44 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 30 |
| Construction | 30 |
| Education | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| 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 | 3,822 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bamber Bridge St Aidan's Church of England Primary School Larch Grove , Bamber Bridge PR5 6GX | - not rated | 535 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's and St Benedict's Roman Catholic Primary School Brownedge Lane , Bamber Bridge PR5 6TA | - not rated | 801 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton-le-Dale Community Primary School Severn Drive , Walton-le-Dale PR5 4TD | 3out of 4 | 1,090 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bamber Bridge Methodist Voluntary Controlled Primary School Wesley Street , Bamber Bridge PR5 6NN | - not rated | 1,247 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School, Walton-le-Dale Higher Walton Road , Walton-le-Dale PR5 4HD | 3out of 4 | 1,291 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 236 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton-le-Dale High School Brindle Road , Bamber Bridge PR5 6RN | - not rated | 237 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brownedge St Mary's Catholic High School Station Road , Bamber Bridge PR5 6PB | 3out of 4 | 410 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lostock Hall Academy Todd Lane North , Lostock Hall PR5 5UR | 3out of 4 | 1,910 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 | 1,910 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,416 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancaster University School of Mathematics 67-69 London Road , PR1 4BA | - not rated | 3,457 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | 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 | 536 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgeway School Church Road , Bamber Bridge PR5 6EP | - not rated | 1,694 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ribble Autism School Emily Street , Lostock Hall PR5 5SZ | - not rated | 2,738 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Applebee Wood Community Specialist School Far Croft , Lostock Hall PR5 5SS | - not rated | 2,790 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Applebee Wood School Far Croft , Lostock Hall PR5 5SS | - not rated | 2,790 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pantry | 4 School Lane, Bamber Bridge | 305 yd | |
| Ribble Valley Church | STREET RECORD, Fourfields | 462 yd | |
| Sprinkles | Unit 5, 143 Station Road | 576 yd | |
| Ye Olde Original Withy Trees | 157 Station Road, Bamber Bridge | 644 yd | |
| Tiny Teacups Play Cafe | Unit 4, Cotton Mill Road | 751 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walton Arms | St Aidans Road, Bamber Bridge | 311 yd | |
| Beam & Brycg | 2 Station Road, Bamber Bridge | 384 yd | |
| Beer Box | Unit 3, 143 Station Road | 608 yd | |
| Withy Arms | 122 Station Road, Bamber Bridge | 616 yd | |
| Bamber Bridge and County Catholic Men's Club | Bamber Bridge and County Catholic M, Aspden Street | 631 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| School Lane Chippy | 54 School Lane, Bamber Bridge | 143 yd | |
| Spice Fusion | 50A School Lane, Bamber Bridge | 160 yd | |
| Gusto Italia | 50B School Lane, Bamber Bridge | 161 yd | |
| Gwok Hing | 25 Station Road, Bamber Bridge | 355 yd | |
| Rico's Pizzas | 88 Station Road, Bamber Bridge | 531 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Plc | 3 Withy Grove Road, Bamber Bridge | 775 yd | |
| Iceland | 191 Station Road, Bamber Bridge | 841 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Walton-Le-Dale Arts College & High School BRINDLE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 235 yd |
| Brownedge St Marys Catholic High School STATION ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 464 yd |
| Holland House Park Holland House Road | grass pitches | 501 yd |
| St Mary And St Benedict'S R C Primary School. Bamber Bridge BROWNEDGE LANE | grass pitches | 822 yd |
| St Mary'S And St Benedicts Roman Catholic Primary School BROWNEDGE LANE | grass pitches | 822 yd |
| Bamber Bridge Leisure Centre BRINDLE ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 856 yd |
| Walton-Le-Dale Primary School SEVERN DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,091 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.