Granville Street is in Adlington, Chorley and in Chorley district. PR6 9PY is located in the Adlington & Anderton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chorley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Granville Street, Adlington, Chorley, PR6 9PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR6 9PX, PR6 9PT, PR6 9PZ, PR6 9RB, PR6 9RA, PR6 9QA, PR6 9QW, PR6 9QT, PR6 9RE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PR6 9PY has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 47.3% | 49.8% | 2.5% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 52.7% | 50.2% | -2.5% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 9PY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.1% 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 | 20.4% | 21.8% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -16.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.4% | 53.1% | -9.3% | 44.2% | 8.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 2.8% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 9% | 3.6% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 10.4% | 11.4% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 5.3% |
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 | 37.9% | 37.6% | -0.3% | 48.4% | -10.8% |
| Good health | 37.1% | 38% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 20.3% | 20% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 7.3% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 3.7% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.1% | 18.5% | -9.6% | 18.2% | 0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9% | 7.1% | -1.9% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.3% | 10% | -1.3% | 13.4% | -3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.7% | 12.8% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 7.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 14.7% | 0.7% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.4% | 29.4% | 9.0% | 33.8% | -4.4% |
| Other | 9.5% | 7.6% | -1.9% | 2.8% | 4.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| White | 98% | 99.6% | 1.6% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
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 | 96.9% | 98.4% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| Oceania | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 98.4% | 2.3% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 9.8% | -9.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.4% | 76.7% | 8.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.2% | 13.5% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.5% | 37.2% | -12.7% |
| Christian | 71.4% | 46.2% | 25.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Granville Street was 17.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.5% lower than the Adlington & Anderton average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Granville Street has the 9th lowest crime rate of 57 local areas in Adlington & Anderton and the 54th lowest crime rate of 370 local areas in Chorley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Granville Street, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2024-08-19 | £168,516 |
| 12 Granville Street, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2021-06-18 | £192,190 |
| 13 Granville Street, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2019-06-21 | £239,329 |
| 17 Granville Street, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £173,000 | 2017-06-21 | £241,869 |
| 3 Granville Street, Chorley, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2014-12-12 | £343,726 |
PR6 9PY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 9PY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 76 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Street Nursery School Duke Street , PR7 3DU | 4out of 4 | 4,312 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Nursery School Wright Street , PR6 0SL | 4out of 4 | 5,088 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adlington St Paul's Church of England Primary School Railway Road , Adlington PR6 9QZ | 1out of 4 | 101 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Anderton Primary School Babylon Lane , PR6 9NN | 2out of 4 | 324 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Anderton Rothwell Road , Anderton PR6 9LZ | 3out of 4 | 518 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Adlington Primary School Park Road , Adlington PR7 4JA | 3out of 4 | 725 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rivington Foundation Primary School Horrobin Lane , Rivington BL6 7SE | 4out of 4 | 2,555 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Cross Catholic High School Myles Standish Way , PR7 3LS | 3out of 4 | 3,469 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Albany Academy Bolton Road , PR7 3AY | 3out of 4 | 3,626 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rivington and Blackrod High School Rivington Lane , Horwich BL6 7RU | 3out of 4 | 3,706 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southlands High School Clover Road , PR7 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 4,767 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cumberland School Rivington Lane , Rivington BL6 7RX | - not rated | 3,506 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westmorland School Weldbank Lane , PR7 3NQ | - not rated | 4,131 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shaftesbury High School Weldbank Lane , PR7 3NQ | 3out of 4 | 4,152 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield School Gloucester Road , PR7 3HN | 3out of 4 | 4,172 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Chorley Inspire Youth Zone , Chapel Street PR7 1BS | - not rated | 4,872 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noah's Ark Kitchen And Deli | 104 Chorley Road, Adlington | 519 yd | |
| Retreat | Retreat Restaurants Ltd, 19 Church Street | 525 yd | |
| White Bear Marina Cafe | White Bear Marina, Park Road | 673 yd | |
| Bistecca | BISTECCA, 6 Market Street | 677 yd | |
| Pin Croft Dyeing & Printing Co | Pincroft Dyeing And Printing Compan, Market Street | 687 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Top Spinners | 105 Railway Road, Adlington | 223 yd | |
| Elephant And Castle | Bolton Road, Adlington | 272 yd | |
| Adlington Cricket Club | Meadow Street, Adlington | 495 yd | |
| Spinners Arms | 23 Church Street, Adlington | 525 yd | |
| White Bear Inn | 5A Market Street, Adlington | 621 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenhalgh's Craft Bakery | 2 Babylon Lane, Adlington | 296 yd | |
| The Little Chippy | 164 Chorley Road, Adlington | 316 yd | |
| Shapla Indian Takeaway | 178 Chorley Road, Adlington | 316 yd | |
| Five Star Takeaway | Five Star Chinese Takeaway, 180 Chorley Road | 320 yd | |
| Lam's Chinese Takeaway | 78 Chorley Road, Adlington | 519 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | Bolton Road, Adlington | 236 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 176 Chorley Road, Adlington | 316 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Adlington St Paul'S C Of E Primary School Railway Road | grass pitches | 238 yd |
| Anderton St Joseph'S Catholic Primary School ROTHWELL ROAD | grass pitches | 418 yd |
| Anderton Primary School Babylon Lane | grass pitches | 477 yd |
| King George V KING GEORGES FIELD PLAY AREA KING GEORGES FIELD PLAY AREA CHORLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 504 yd |
| Fairview FAIRVIEW YOUTH AND COMMUNITY CENTRE FAIRVIEW YOUTH AND COMMUNITY CENTRE HIGHFIELD ROAD NORTH | grass pitches | 625 yd |
| Adlington Cricket Club off Huyton Road | grass pitches | 635 yd |
| Jubilee Fields MARKET STREET | grass pitches | 831 yd |
| Adlington Barbell Club CLUB AND PREMISES CLUB AND PREMISES OXFORD STREET | health and fitness suite | 879 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.