Halls Square is in Whittle Le Woods, Chorley and in Chorley district. PR6 8AQ is located in the Chorley North East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chorley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Halls Square, Whittle Le Woods, Chorley, PR6 8AQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PR6 8AQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 51.9% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 49.2% | 48.1% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 PR6 8AQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.8% 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 | 16.8% | 21.3% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -16.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.7% | 64.8% | 8.1% | 44.2% | 20.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 12.5% | 7.8% | -4.7% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 11.1% | 6.1% | -5.0% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 42.8% | 50.8% | 8.0% | 48.4% | 2.4% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 33.7% | -4.9% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 11.6% | -3.7% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 3.1% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 51.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.3% | 10% | -6.3% | 18.2% | -8.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.1% | 7.8% | -2.3% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 13.5% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 5.7% | 0.4% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 10% | 1.8% | 16.9% | -6.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.5% | 51.7% | 13.2% | 33.8% | 17.9% |
| Other | 4.8% | 1.3% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.1% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 98.7% | 97.7% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 97.7% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.5% | 76.7% | 11.8% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 10.8% | 13.5% | -2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.8% | 37.2% | -6.4% |
| Christian | 60.8% | 46.2% | 14.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Halls Square was 73.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.2% lower than the Adlington & Anderton average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Halls Square has the 16th highest crime rate of 57 local areas in Adlington & Anderton and the 146th highest crime rate of 370 local areas in Chorley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 27.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Halls Square, Chorley, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2022-07-29 | £267,576 |
| 2 Halls Square, Chorley, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2022-05-20 | £184,861 |
| 4 Halls Square, Chorley, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £179,500 | 2019-04-30 | £243,471 |
| 6 Halls Square, Chorley, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £197,500 | 2018-10-05 | £260,946 |
| 2 Halls Square, Chorley, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £134,500 | 2017-10-19 | £182,676 |
PR6 8AQ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 24% 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.
PR6 8AQ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PR6 8AQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 103 |
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Real estate activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Other | 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 | 3,315 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Duke Street Nursery School Duke Street , PR7 3DU | 4out of 4 | 4,541 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Chad's Catholic Primary School South Hill , Blackburn Road PR6 8LL | 3out of 4 | 622 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whittle-le-Woods Church of England Primary School Preston Road , Whittle-le-Woods PR6 7PS | 3out of 4 | 1,574 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England/Methodist Primary School, Buckshaw Village Unity Place , Buckshaw Village PR7 7HZ | 3out of 4 | 2,504 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Chorley Cedar Road , PR6 0JF | 3out of 4 | 2,527 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clayton-le-Woods Manor Road Primary School Manor Road , Clayton-le-Woods PR6 7JR | 3out of 4 | 2,588 yd | Community 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 | 2,913 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parklands High School Southport Road , PR7 1LL | 3out of 4 | 3,741 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Balshaw's Church of England High School Church Road , PR25 3AH | 4out of 4 | 4,765 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Albany Academy Bolton Road , PR7 3AY | 3out of 4 | 4,834 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southlands High School Clover Road , PR7 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 5,440 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Runshaw College Langdale Road , PR25 3DQ | - not rated | 4,979 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterloo Lodge 173 Preston Road , Whittle-Le-Woods PR6 7AX | - not rated | 1,597 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield House School 1 Mayfield Road , PR6 0DG | - not rated | 3,212 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oliver House School Hallgate , PR7 1XA | - not rated | 3,260 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Red Rose School Meadow Lane , Bamber Bridge PR5 8LN | - not rated | 3,542 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorley Astley Park School Harrington Road , PR7 1JZ | 4out of 4 | 3,571 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| David Lloyd | Moss Lane, Whittle-Le-Woods | 593 yd | |
| The Village Tea Room At Wheelton | 202 Blackburn Road, Wheelton | 984 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Chads Parish Centre | St Chads Parish Centre, 235 Town Lane | 329 yd | |
| The Red Cat | 114 Blackburn Road, Heapey | 518 yd | |
| Malt House Farm | Moss Lane, Whittle-Le-Woods | 593 yd | |
| The Top Lock Hotel | Top Lock, Copthurst Lane | 698 yd | |
| The Red Lion | 196 Blackburn Road, Wheelton | 939 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| David Lloyd Club (Chorley) MOSS LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 712 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
| Median download speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 23.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 23.7 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 2.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 3.1 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.