Seymour Street is in Chorley and in Chorley district. PR6 0SN 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 Seymour Street, Chorley, PR6 0SN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR6 0SH, PR6 0SW, PR6 0SR, PR6 0PT, PR6 0SF, PR6 0SS, PR6 0SG, PR6 0PP, PR6 0SE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PR6 0SN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.5% | 51% | -2.5% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 46.5% | 49% | 2.5% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 0SN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.5% 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 | 41.5% | 51.5% | 10.0% | 37.9% | 13.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.9% | 29% | -1.9% | 44.2% | -15.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 1.5% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 14.5% | 12% | -2.5% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 5% | -4.2% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 40.7% | 43.2% | 2.5% | 48.4% | -5.2% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 33% | -1.2% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 17.8% | 2.5% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 4.9% | -2.4% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 1.1% | -1.4% | 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.
In the area around PR6 0SN this area, 29.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.1% | 29.4% | -9.7% | 18.2% | 11.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 8.5% | -4.5% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 12.9% | -0.6% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 6% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 16.4% | 6.7% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 14% | 23.4% | 9.4% | 33.8% | -10.4% |
| Other | 6.8% | 3.5% | -3.3% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 72.1% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.2% | 1.9% | -0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 8.4% | 4.9% | -3.5% | 3.1% | 1.8% |
| Pakistani | 8.4% | 18.1% | 9.7% | 2.7% | 15.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 73.8% | 72.1% | -1.7% | 81.4% | -9.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 83% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.4% | 83% | -1.4% | 83.2% | -0.2% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 6.4% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.4% | 9.8% | 1.4% | 5.6% | 4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 83.3% | 83% | -0.3% | 83.2% | -0.2% |
| 10+ Years | 2.9% | 11.4% | 8.5% | 9.8% | 1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.4% | 0.8% | -3.6% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 3.4% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 8% | 1.5% | -6.5% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.2% | 76.7% | 0.5% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Spain | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.6% | 13.5% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.3% | 37.2% | -4.9% |
| Christian | 36.5% | 46.2% | -9.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 24.3% | 6.5% | 17.8% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Seymour Street was 211.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 106.3% higher than the Chorley East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Seymour Street has the 7th highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Chorley East and the 29th highest crime rate of 370 local areas in Chorley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 76.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 78 Seymour Street, Chorley, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £103,500 | 2021-12-09 | £117,430 |
| 86 Seymour Street, Chorley, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2021-09-30 | £101,436 |
| 90 Seymour Street, Chorley, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £79,950 | 2021-04-29 | £92,880 |
| 68 Seymour Street, Chorley, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2019-11-27 | £110,446 |
| 78 Seymour Street, Chorley, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £81,000 | 2018-10-19 | £107,021 |
PR6 0SN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Retired | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Nursery School Wright Street , PR6 0SL | 4out of 4 | 331 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Duke Street Nursery School Duke Street , PR7 3DU | 4out of 4 | 1,101 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 | 267 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorley St James' Church of England Primary School Devonport Way , PR6 0TE | 3out of 4 | 298 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley Brooke Street , PR6 0LB | 3out of 4 | 464 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Primary School Chorley Eaves Lane , PR6 0DX | 3out of 4 | 996 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Duke Street Primary School Duke Street , PR7 3DU | 3out of 4 | 1,043 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albany Academy Bolton Road , PR7 3AY | 3out of 4 | 1,192 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England High School Astley Road , PR7 1RS | 4out of 4 | 1,473 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parklands High School Southport Road , PR7 1LL | 3out of 4 | 1,839 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross Catholic High School Myles Standish Way , PR7 3LS | 3out of 4 | 1,970 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southlands High School Clover Road , PR7 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 2,486 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Progress Schools - Chorley Inspire Youth Zone , Chapel Street PR7 1BS | - not rated | 505 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield House School 1 Mayfield Road , PR6 0DG | - not rated | 539 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorley Astley Park School Harrington Road , PR7 1JZ | 4out of 4 | 1,335 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield School Gloucester Road , PR7 3HN | 3out of 4 | 1,437 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shaftesbury High School Weldbank Lane , PR7 3NQ | 3out of 4 | 1,564 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 92 (Chorley) ATC Squadron HQ | ATC Centre, Lord Street | 433 yd | |
| Uppercrust Peri Peri And Fried Chicken | 215 - 217 Eaves Lane, Chorley | 543 yd | |
| Inspire Cafe | Inspire, Chorley Youth Zone | 637 yd | |
| Woodchats | Chorley Interchange, Clifford Street | 643 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurants Ltd | McDonalds, Clifford Street | 643 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Derby Arms | 211 Eaves Lane, Chorley | 376 yd | |
| The Railway Hotel | 20 Steeley Lane, Chorley | 391 yd | |
| Prince Of Wales | 9 - 11 Cowling Brow, Chorley | 404 yd | |
| East Ward Conservative Club | Stump Lane, Chorley | 454 yd | |
| Malt N Hops | Malt And Hops, 50 - 52 Friday Street | 525 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Garden (Displaying Georges Fish And Chips) | China Garden, 64 Seymour Street | 1 yd | |
| Gwok Hing | Gwok Hing Chinese Takeaway, 209 Eaves Lane | 375 yd | |
| Loy Kee Takeaway | 60 Steeley Lane, Chorley | 391 yd | |
| Daisy Tandoori | 44 Steeley Lane, Chorley | 391 yd | |
| McKrisps | McKrisps Caterers, 48 Steeley Lane | 391 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cowling Stores | 2 Cowling Brow, Chorley | 531 yd | |
| Marks And Spencer Simply Foods | Unit 1, Market Walk Extension, Union Street | 714 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods plc | Iceland, 34 Market Walk | 747 yd | |
| Booths | Booths Supermarket, New Market Street | 822 yd | |
| Asda | ASDA, Bolton Street | 890 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| X Fit FRIDAY STREET | health and fitness suite | 477 yd |
| Gillett Playing Fields COWLING BROW | grass pitches | 645 yd |
| Chorley Fitness Chapel Street | health and fitness suite | 665 yd |
| Body Rock Gym & Aerobic Fitness Centre (Closed) Bolton Street | health and fitness suite | 900 yd |
| Old Mill Leisure Indoor Bowls Club (Closed) Cowling Mill Cowling Mill Cowling Brow | indoor bowls | 954 yd |
| All Seasons Leisure Centre WATER STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,005 yd |
| Astley Park Fitness Centre (Closed) 1-3 1-3 Park Road | health and fitness suite | 1,043 yd |
| Victory Park DUKE STREET | grass pitches | 1,048 yd |
| St Peter'S Church Of England Primary School EAVES LANE | grass pitches | 1,082 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 | 131.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.