Bury Lane is in Withnell, Chorley and in Chorley district. PR6 8BH 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 Bury Lane, Withnell, Chorley, PR6 8BH 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 8BH 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 | 54.5% | 51.9% | -2.6% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 45.5% | 48.1% | 2.6% | 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 8BH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.5% 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 | 28.9% | 26.7% | -2.2% | 37.9% | -11.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.5% | 58.5% | 9.0% | 44.2% | 14.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 3% | 2.6% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 7% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 10.6% | 3.7% | -6.9% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.2% | 58.5% | 11.3% | 48.4% | 10.1% |
| Good health | 30.9% | 28.9% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -4.7% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 9.4% | 0.1% | 12.7% | -3.3% |
| Bad health | 5% | 2.8% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 7.6% | 0.3% | -7.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 25.9% | 11.4% | -14.5% | 18.2% | -6.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 7% | -4.0% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 14.4% | -3.2% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 6.6% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 16.6% | 7.6% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.2% | 39.9% | 9.7% | 33.8% | 6.1% |
| Other | 3.3% | 4.1% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 98% | 94.6% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 13.2% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 98.5% | 98.4% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 98.4% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.8% | 76.7% | 15.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.5% | 13.5% | -6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.4% | 37.2% | -14.8% |
| Christian | 69.4% | 46.2% | 23.2% |
| Muslim | 2.8% | 6.5% | -3.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bury Lane was 34.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.9% lower than the Chorley North East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Bury Lane has the 11th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Chorley North East and the 123rd lowest crime rate of 370 local areas in Chorley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Beardwood Cottages Bury Lane, Chorley, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2024-07-26 | £325,959 |
| Broadwood House Bury Lane, Chorley, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2021-09-17 | £577,200 |
| Archers Rough Bury Lane, Chorley, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £895,000 | 2020-02-14 | £1,095,603 |
| Crossfields Bury Lane, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £895,000 | 2015-10-19 | £1,310,444 |
| Withnell House Cottage Bury Lane, Chorley, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £249,950 | 2010-11-19 | £379,483 |
PR6 8BH area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 6% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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 8BH 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PR6 8BH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 81 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Self-Employed | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Education | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Withnell Bury Lane , Withnell PR6 8SD | 3out of 4 | 988 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Village Primary School Bolton Road , Abbey Village PR6 8DD | 3out of 4 | 1,649 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brinscall St John's CofE and Methodist Primary School School Lane , Brinscall PR6 8PT | 4out of 4 | 1,660 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Withnell Fold Primary School Withnell Fold , Withnell PR6 8BA | 3out of 4 | 1,731 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brindle St James' Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Water Street , Brindle PR6 8NH | 3out of 4 | 3,249 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn Green Lane , BB2 4SR | 3out of 4 | 4,666 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow View Learning Centre 150 Chorley Road , Withnell PR6 8BN | - not rated | 756 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress School Gough Lane , Bamber Bridge PR5 6AQ | - not rated | 5,134 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Heights Free School Heys Lane , BB2 4NW | 3out of 4 | 5,230 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden School Heys Lane , BB2 4NW | 2out of 4 | 5,230 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bannons Restaurant And Bar | Oak Royal Golf And Country Club Hot, Bury Lane | 454 yd | |
| The View Bar And Bistro | Oak Royal Golf And Country Club Hot, Bury Lane | 454 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Royal Golf And Country Club BURY LANE | golf | 210 yd |
| St Josephs Catholic Primary School BURY LANE | grass pitches | 815 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 | 58.3% |
| 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 | 41.7% |
| Median download speed | 22.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 24.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40.99 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40.99 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 2.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 3.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 6.07 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.