Ranglet Road is in Bamber Bridge, Preston and in South Ribble district. PR5 8AR is located in the Bamber Bridge East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ribble Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ranglet Road, Bamber Bridge, Preston, PR5 8AR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR5 8AU, PR5 6AW, PR5 6AD, PR5 8AP, PR5 8AT, PR5 6AN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PR5 8AR has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 50.3% | 48.7% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 49.7% | 51.3% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 8AR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.4% 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 | 25.3% | 31.9% | 6.6% | 37.9% | -6.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.6% | 55.4% | -3.2% | 44.2% | 11.2% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 0.7% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 7.5% | -2.1% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 4.6% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 (87.7%) 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 | 50.6% | 51.7% | 1.1% | 48.4% | 3.3% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 36% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 10.4% | 9.4% | -1.0% | 12.7% | -3.3% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 2.1% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 14.7% | 11% | -3.7% | 18.2% | -7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 10.7% | -3.7% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 15.5% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 6.8% | 0.0% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 19.4% | 5.0% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.8% | 34.5% | 5.7% | 33.8% | 0.7% |
| Other | 5.1% | 2.1% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.6% 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 | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.5% | -0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.4% | 92.6% | -6.8% | 81.4% | 11.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 92% 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 | 97.8% | 92% | -5.8% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 4% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 92% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 3.8% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.4% | 76.7% | 5.7% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 13.6% | 13.5% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.1% | 37.2% | -8.1% |
| Christian | 65.5% | 46.2% | 19.3% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ranglet Road was 302.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 92.5% higher than the Bamber Bridge East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ranglet Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Bamber Bridge East and the 17th highest crime rate of 369 local areas in South Ribble .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 134.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -14.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 434 Ranglet Road, Preston, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2024-03-25 | £270,811 |
| 464 Ranglet Road, Preston, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £660,000 | 2017-09-06 | £751,463 |
| 461 Ranglet Road, Preston, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2017-02-16 | £195,676 |
| 431 Ranglet Road, Preston, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £231,150 | 2016-12-23 | £275,077 |
| 434 Ranglet Road, Preston, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £133,020 | 2015-12-01 | £169,493 |
PR5 8AR area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 21% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
PR5 8AR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 183 |
| Retired | 99 |
| Self-Employed | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton Brook Primary School Great Greens Lane , Bamber Bridge PR5 8HL | 3out of 4 | 1,031 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cuerden Church School, Bamber Bridge Station Road , Bamber Bridge PR5 6ED | 3out of 4 | 1,442 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood Primary School Westwood Road , Clayton-le-Woods PR5 8LS | 3out of 4 | 1,574 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bamber Bridge St Aidan's Church of England Primary School Larch Grove , Bamber Bridge PR5 6GX | 3out of 4 | 1,634 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Primary School Preston Road , Clayton Green PR6 7EB | 3out of 4 | 1,739 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brownedge St Mary's Catholic High School Station Road , Bamber Bridge PR5 6PB | 3out of 4 | 2,015 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton-Le-Dale High School Brindle Road , Bamber Bridge PR5 6RN | 2out of 4 | 2,140 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lostock Hall Academy Todd Lane North , Lostock Hall PR5 5UR | 3out of 4 | 3,137 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Catholic High School Lawrence Avenue , Frenchwood PR1 4PR | 3out of 4 | 4,920 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Balshaw's Church of England High School Church Road , PR25 3AH | 4out of 4 | 5,131 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Progress School Gough Lane , Bamber Bridge PR5 6AQ | - not rated | 1,008 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Red Rose School Meadow Lane , Bamber Bridge PR5 8LN | - not rated | 1,460 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgeway School Church Road , Bamber Bridge PR5 6EP | - not rated | 1,478 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Coppice School Ash Grove , Bamber Bridge PR5 6GY | 3out of 4 | 1,633 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Roselyn House School Moss Lane, Off Wigan Road , PR25 4SE | - not rated | 3,551 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bertie Chippington's | 335 Ranglet Road, Walton Summit Industrial Estate | 110 yd | |
| Sagar Premier Indian Restaurant | Clayton Brook Road, Bamber Bridge | 424 yd | |
| Evans Vanodine International PLC | 142 Brierley Road, Walton Summit Industrial Estate | 868 yd | |
| Babybrook Nursery School | Babybrook Nursery, Great Greens Lane | 1,003 yd | |
| Clayton Brook Village Cafe | Clayton Brook Village Hall, Great Greens Lane | 1,003 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hospital Inn | 333 Brindle Road, Bamber Bridge | 678 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Clayton Brook Service Station, Preston Road | 901 yd | |
| China Box | China Box, 75 Tunley Holme | 1,026 yd | |
| The Brook Chippy | 76 Tunley Holme, Bamber Bridge | 1,026 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Great Greens Lane PLAYING FIELD PLAYING FIELD GREAT GREENS LANE | grass pitches | 955 yd |
| Clayton Brook Primary School GREAT GREENS LANE | grass pitches | 995 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 | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 2.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 2.9% |
| 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 | 2.9% |
| Median download speed | 42.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 44.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 70.52 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 70.52 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.