Primrose Street is in Chorley and in Chorley district. PR6 0AE is located in the Chorley East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chorley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Primrose Street, Chorley, PR6 0AE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR6 0BW, PR6 0AF, PR6 0BN, PR6 0BE, PR6 0DE, PR6 0AZ, PR6 0AL, PR6 0BJ, PR7 1SP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PR6 0AE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 52.2% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 47.6% | 47.8% | 0.2% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around PR6 0AE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 42.9% | 49% | 6.1% | 37.9% | 11.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.4% | 25.7% | -5.7% | 44.2% | -18.5% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 2.4% | -2.5% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 13.3% | 16.2% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 7.1% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 6.7% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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 (69.9%) 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 | 31.1% | 32% | 0.9% | 48.4% | -16.4% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 37.9% | 1.3% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 23.8% | 21.7% | -2.1% | 12.7% | 9.0% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 7.1% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 PR6 0AE this area, 35.9% 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 22%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.1% | 35.9% | -2.2% | 18.2% | 17.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 6.7% | -5.7% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.4% | 10% | -2.4% | 13.4% | -3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 9.1% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 14.4% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.8% | 22% | 5.2% | 33.8% | -11.8% |
| Other | 5.8% | 1.9% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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 | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.3% | 94.1% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 92.7% | 95.3% | 2.6% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 4.4% | 2.4% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 1.2% | -1.7% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.6% | 95.3% | 3.7% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 4.7% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.7% | 76.7% | -8.0% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 30.2% | 13.5% | 16.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.3% | 37.2% | 3.1% |
| Christian | 53.8% | 46.2% | 7.6% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Primrose Street was 293.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 186.3% higher than the Chorley East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Primrose Street has the 3rd highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Chorley East and the 16th highest crime rate of 370 local areas in Chorley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 121.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 15.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Primrose Street, Chorley, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £79,995 | 2024-10-02 | £76,543 |
| 49 Primrose Street, Chorley, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2024-05-03 | £67,930 |
| 37 Primrose Street, Chorley, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £101,000 | 2024-02-23 | £102,406 |
| 9 Primrose Street, Chorley, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2023-07-03 | £137,838 |
| 47 Primrose Street, Chorley, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2022-07-18 | £96,327 |
PR6 0AE 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 | 66 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Nursery School Wright Street , PR6 0SL | 4out of 4 | 460 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Duke Street Nursery School Duke Street , PR7 3DU | 4out of 4 | 1,183 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Community Primary School Wright Street , PR6 0SP | 3out of 4 | 474 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorley, the Parish of St Laurence Church of England Primary School Highfield Road South , PR7 1RB | 2out of 4 | 546 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorley St James' Church of England Primary School Devonport Way , PR6 0TE | 3out of 4 | 811 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Chorley Cedar Road , PR6 0JF | 3out of 4 | 867 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley Brooke Street , PR6 0LB | 3out of 4 | 890 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael's Church of England High School Astley Road , PR7 1RS | 4out of 4 | 927 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parklands High School Southport Road , PR7 1LL | 3out of 4 | 1,351 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Albany Academy Bolton Road , PR7 3AY | 3out of 4 | 1,603 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross Catholic High School Myles Standish Way , PR7 3LS | 3out of 4 | 2,175 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southlands High School Clover Road , PR7 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 2,344 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayfield House School 1 Mayfield Road , PR6 0DG | - not rated | 202 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Chorley Inspire Youth Zone , Chapel Street PR7 1BS | - not rated | 410 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorley Astley Park School Harrington Road , PR7 1JZ | 4out of 4 | 845 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield School Gloucester Road , PR7 3HN | 3out of 4 | 1,506 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oliver House School Hallgate , PR7 1XA | - not rated | 1,521 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calico Lounge | Unit 8, Market Walk Extension, Union Street | 272 yd | |
| Luciano's At Chorley | Unit 4, Market Walk Extension | 272 yd | |
| Test | Chorley Borough Council, Civic Offices | 289 yd | |
| Caffe Latte | 61 Union Street, Chorley | 319 yd | |
| Woodchats | Chorley Interchange, Clifford Street | 347 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malt N Hops | Malt And Hops, 50 - 52 Friday Street | 126 yd | |
| No 3 Club | Unit 1, Primrose Bank House | 126 yd | |
| The Railway Hotel | 20 Steeley Lane, Chorley | 387 yd | |
| The Ale Station | The Ale Station Limited, 60 Chapel Street | 409 yd | |
| The Prince of Wales | The Prince Of Wales, New Market Street | 409 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Nile | The Nile, Unit 3 | 362 yd | |
| Pound Bakery | 26 Market Walk, Chorley | 372 yd | |
| Loy Kee Takeaway | 60 Steeley Lane, Chorley | 387 yd | |
| Daisy Tandoori | 44 Steeley Lane, Chorley | 387 yd | |
| McKrisps | McKrisps Caterers, 48 Steeley Lane | 387 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks And Spencer Simply Foods | Unit 1, Market Walk Extension, Union Street | 272 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods plc | Iceland, 34 Market Walk | 372 yd | |
| Booths | Booths Supermarket, New Market Street | 409 yd | |
| Farmfoods | Water Street, Chorley | 569 yd | |
| Asda | Water Street, Chorley | 569 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| X Fit FRIDAY STREET | health and fitness suite | 187 yd |
| Chorley Fitness Chapel Street | health and fitness suite | 385 yd |
| All Seasons Leisure Centre WATER STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 514 yd |
| Astley Park Fitness Centre (Closed) 1-3 1-3 Park Road | health and fitness suite | 570 yd |
| St Laurences C Of E Primary School HIGHFIELD ROAD SOUTH | grass pitches | 671 yd |
| St Josephs Catholic Primary School CEDAR ROAD | grass pitches | 861 yd |
| Coronation Recreation Ground REGENT ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 899 yd |
| Astley Park HARRINGTON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 934 yd |
| St Peter'S Church Of England Primary School EAVES LANE | grass pitches | 940 yd |
| Body Rock Gym & Aerobic Fitness Centre (Closed) Bolton Street | health and fitness suite | 970 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% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 113.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.