Kilncroft is in Clayton Le Woods, Chorley and in Chorley district. PR6 7UB is located in the Clayton West & Cuerden electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chorley. This postcode has been in use since 1982-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kilncroft, Clayton Le Woods, Chorley, PR6 7UB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR6 7UR, PR6 7UD, PR6 7UE, PR6 7UA, PR6 7JW, PR6 7EG, PR6 7JG, PR6 7ER, PR6 7JL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PR6 7UB has a slightly higher male population, with 52% 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 | 47.8% | 48% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 52.2% | 52% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
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 | 39% | 40.8% | 1.8% | 37.9% | 2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.6% | 35.6% | -5.0% | 44.2% | -8.6% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 14.4% | 16.1% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 7.0% |
| Widowed | 3.2% | 5.2% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 52.7% | 51.5% | -1.2% | 48.4% | 3.1% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 24.3% | -7.0% | 33.6% | -9.3% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 14.9% | 3.7% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 7.9% | 4.8% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 11.2% | 13.8% | 2.6% | 18.2% | -4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.6% | 8% | -8.6% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 11.5% | -1.3% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 4.6% | -1.8% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.6% | 18.4% | 1.8% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.7% | 40.8% | 7.1% | 33.8% | 7.0% |
| Other | 2.7% | 2.9% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.1% | -0.6% |
| Indian | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 94.6% | 95.5% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 93% 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 | 94.2% | 93% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 3.5% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 92.1% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 4% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 0.5% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.9% | 76.7% | 8.2% |
| Spain | 2.5% | 0.4% | 2.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.6% | 13.5% | -2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37% | 37.2% | -0.2% |
| Christian | 57% | 46.2% | 10.8% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kilncroft was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 70.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 125 Kilncroft, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £137,000 | 2017-07-03 | £191,015 |
| 113 Kilncroft, Chorley, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £122,500 | 2017-05-19 | £175,000 |
| 119 Kilncroft, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £156,000 | 2017-03-23 | £219,000 |
| 119 Kilncroft, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2017-02-24 | £223,651 |
| 109 Kilncroft, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2016-03-14 | £162,928 |
PR6 7UB 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PR6 7UB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton-le-Woods Manor Road Primary School Manor Road , Clayton-le-Woods PR6 7JR | 3out of 4 | 404 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clayton-le-Woods Church of England Primary School Back Lane , Clayton-le-Woods PR6 7EU | 3out of 4 | 585 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Primary School Preston Road , Clayton Green PR6 7EB | 3out of 4 | 676 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood Primary School Westwood Road , Clayton-le-Woods PR5 8LS | 3out of 4 | 875 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clayton Brook Primary School Great Greens Lane , Bamber Bridge PR5 8HL | 3out of 4 | 1,328 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balshaw's Church of England High School Church Road , PR25 3AH | 4out of 4 | 3,441 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brownedge St Mary's Catholic High School Station Road , Bamber Bridge PR5 6PB | 3out of 4 | 3,848 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellfield Academy Yewlands Drive , PR25 2TP | 2out of 4 | 4,019 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton-Le-Dale High School Brindle Road , Bamber Bridge PR5 6RN | 2out of 4 | 4,185 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lostock Hall Academy Todd Lane North , Lostock Hall PR5 5UR | 3out of 4 | 4,264 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Runshaw College Langdale Road , PR25 3DQ | - not rated | 4,108 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambian Red Rose School Meadow Lane , Bamber Bridge PR5 8LN | - not rated | 766 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress School Gough Lane , Bamber Bridge PR5 6AQ | - not rated | 1,561 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Roselyn House School Moss Lane, Off Wigan Road , PR25 4SE | - not rated | 2,171 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgeway School Church Road , Bamber Bridge PR5 6EP | - not rated | 2,662 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Coppice School Ash Grove , Bamber Bridge PR5 6GY | 3out of 4 | 3,656 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panku | Centre Drive, Clayton-Le-Woods | 525 yd | |
| Clayton Green Sports Centre | Clayton Green Centre, Clayton Green Road | 690 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tutto | 470 Preston Road, Clayton-Le-Woods | 356 yd | |
| Halfway House | Halfway House Pub And Restaurant, 470 Preston Road | 365 yd | |
| The Lord Nelson | Radburn Brow, Clayton-Le-Woods | 588 yd | |
| The Ley Inn | Back Lane, Clayton-Le-Woods | 663 yd | |
| Brindle Distillery | Holmes Farm, Sandy Lane | 1,040 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Clayton Green Centre, Centre Drive | 597 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Stores Limited | Asda Superstore, Clayton Green Centre | 598 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | Preston Road, Clayton-Le-Woods | 682 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Manor Road Primary School Manor Road | grass pitches | 331 yd |
| St Bede'S Catholic Primary School Preston Road | grass pitches | 634 yd |
| Clayton-Le-Woods C Of E Primary School BACK LANE | grass pitches | 661 yd |
| Clayton Green Sports Centre CENTRE DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 684 yd |
| Westwood Primary School WESTWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 720 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 | 62.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 76.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.