Dunscar Drive is in Chorley and in Chorley district. PR6 0EF is located in the Chorley North & Astley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chorley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dunscar Drive, Chorley, PR6 0EF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR6 0ED, PR6 0EQ, PR6 0EG, PR6 0EE, PR6 0EA, PR6 0DY, PR6 0DX, PR6 0ER, PR6 0DZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PR6 0EF has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% 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 | 48.8% | 48.4% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 51.2% | 51.6% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
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 | 30.4% | 34.3% | 3.9% | 37.9% | -3.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 45.6% | -4.4% | 44.2% | 1.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 3.5% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 8% | 5.7% | -2.3% | 9.1% | -3.4% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 10.2% | 1.1% | 6.1% | 4.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.3% | 46.1% | 4.8% | 48.4% | -2.3% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 29.8% | -3.0% | 33.6% | -3.8% |
| Fair health | 19.3% | 16.7% | -2.6% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 5.1% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 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.
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 22.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.5% | 24.6% | -6.9% | 18.2% | 6.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.9% | 11.2% | -7.7% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 7.4% | -10.4% | 13.4% | -6.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 10.9% | 7.4% | 5.3% | 5.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 21.8% | 9.6% | 16.9% | 4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.8% | 22.5% | 11.7% | 33.8% | -11.3% |
| Other | 5.2% | 1.8% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.1% 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 | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 3% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.7% | 91.1% | -5.6% | 81.4% | 9.7% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 94.7% 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 | 95.9% | 94.7% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 3.3% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 94.7% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0.3% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.2% | 76.7% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 21.7% | 13.5% | 8.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.5% | 37.2% | -12.7% |
| Christian | 64.8% | 46.2% | 18.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dunscar Drive was 32.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.9% lower than the Chorley East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dunscar Drive has the 10th lowest crime rate of 51 local areas in Chorley East and the 114th lowest crime rate of 370 local areas in Chorley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -77.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Dunscar Drive, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,050 | 2022-11-10 | £184,750 |
| 10 Dunscar Drive, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2013-07-18 | £254,270 |
| 1 Dunscar Drive, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2007-05-31 | £225,334 |
| 18 Dunscar Drive, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2005-05-27 | £222,532 |
| 18 Dunscar Drive, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2004-01-16 | £213,765 |
PR6 0EF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 117 |
| Retired | 82 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Nursery School Wright Street , PR6 0SL | 4out of 4 | 663 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Duke Street Nursery School Duke Street , PR7 3DU | 4out of 4 | 2,033 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's CofE Primary School Chorley Eaves Lane , PR6 0DX | 3out of 4 | 109 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Chorley Cedar Road , PR6 0JF | 3out of 4 | 451 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Community Primary School Wright Street , PR6 0SP | 3out of 4 | 719 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorley St James' Church of England Primary School Devonport Way , PR6 0TE | 3out of 4 | 935 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorley, the Parish of St Laurence Church of England Primary School Highfield Road South , PR7 1RB | 2out of 4 | 1,161 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 1,393 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Albany Academy Bolton Road , PR7 3AY | 3out of 4 | 2,132 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parklands High School Southport Road , PR7 1LL | 3out of 4 | 2,152 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross Catholic High School Myles Standish Way , PR7 3LS | 3out of 4 | 2,946 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southlands High School Clover Road , PR7 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 3,296 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 | 754 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Chorley Inspire Youth Zone , Chapel Street PR7 1BS | - not rated | 1,287 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorley Astley Park School Harrington Road , PR7 1JZ | 4out of 4 | 1,687 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterloo Lodge 173 Preston Road , Whittle-Le-Woods PR6 7AX | - not rated | 1,949 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oliver House School Hallgate , PR7 1XA | - not rated | 2,106 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uppercrust Peri Peri And Fried Chicken | 215 - 217 Eaves Lane, Chorley | 489 yd | |
| Boatel Cruises | 7 Botany Bay, Chorley | 584 yd | |
| Tuck Inn | 39 Harpers Lane, Chorley | 784 yd | |
| All Seasons Leisure Centre | Water Street, Chorley | 981 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Masons Arms | Masons Arms, 98 Harpers Lane | 413 yd | |
| The Lock And Quay | 1 Botany Bay, Chorley | 583 yd | |
| East Ward Conservative Club | Stump Lane, Chorley | 593 yd | |
| Saint Josephs Parish Centre | St Josephs Parish Centre, Harpers Lane | 618 yd | |
| The Derby Arms | 211 Eaves Lane, Chorley | 623 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shathi | Shathi Indian Tandoori Takeaway, 234 Eaves Lane | 326 yd | |
| Wing Sing | 240 Eaves Lane, Chorley | 326 yd | |
| Mama Mia | 242 Eaves Lane, Chorley | 326 yd | |
| Fry Days Fish Bar | 24 Blackstone Road, Chorley | 336 yd | |
| Katy's Kitchen | Katys Kitchen, 188 Eaves Lane | 495 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Foodstore, Harpers Lane | 399 yd | |
| Farmfoods | Water Street, Chorley | 981 yd | |
| Asda | Water Street, Chorley | 981 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Peter'S Church Of England Primary School EAVES LANE | grass pitches | 224 yd |
| St Josephs Catholic Primary School CEDAR ROAD | grass pitches | 554 yd |
| All Seasons Leisure Centre WATER STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 882 yd |
| X Fit FRIDAY STREET | health and fitness suite | 1,093 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 | 76.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 78.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.