Highfield Road North is in Chorley and in Chorley district. PR7 1PH is located in the Chorley North West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chorley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Highfield Road North, Chorley, PR7 1PH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR7 1PW, PR7 1PL, PR7 1RG, PR7 1PZ, PR7 1PJ, PR7 1PB, PR7 1RQ, PR7 1PT, PR7 1RJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PR7 1PH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 51.5% | 0.4% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 48.9% | 48.5% | -0.4% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 PR7 1PH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.5% 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 | 24.1% | 29.1% | 5.0% | 37.9% | -8.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.3% | 51.5% | 0.2% | 44.2% | 7.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 1.1% | -3.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 7.8% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 12.2% | 10% | -2.2% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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 | 46.5% | 47.8% | 1.3% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 30.3% | 28% | -2.3% | 33.6% | -5.6% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 14.4% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 8.9% | 3.3% | 4.0% | 4.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 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 | 22.8% | 14% | -8.8% | 18.2% | -4.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.3% | 6.1% | -4.2% | 9.6% | -3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.5% | 9.9% | -2.6% | 13.4% | -3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 7.7% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 18.2% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.3% | 38.3% | 3.0% | 33.8% | 4.5% |
| Other | 4.4% | 5.8% | 1.4% | 2.8% | 3.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.5% 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 | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 2.7% | 1.2% | -1.5% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Pakistani | 2.7% | 0.9% | -1.8% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 2.1% | 0.5% | -1.6% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 86.7% | 92.5% | 5.8% | 81.4% | 11.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 91.5% 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 | 90.2% | 91.5% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 3.5% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.1% | 91.5% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 4% | 0.9% | -3.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.3% | 1.2% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.5% | 76.7% | 7.8% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 11.3% | 13.5% | -2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.4% | 37.2% | -10.8% |
| Christian | 56.2% | 46.2% | 10.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.6% | 6.5% | -3.9% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 13.9% | 6.0% | 7.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Highfield Road North was 456.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 309.2% higher than the Chorley East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Highfield Road North has the highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Chorley East and the 6th highest crime rate of 368 local areas in Chorley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 318.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 306 Highfield Road North, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £232,650 | 2024-03-28 | £247,090 |
| 316 Highfield Road North, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2023-06-30 | £199,630 |
| 298 Highfield Road North, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £187,000 | 2023-05-09 | £206,543 |
| 313 Highfield Road North, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2023-01-31 | £264,110 |
| 313 Highfield Road North, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £214,300 | 2021-06-30 | £255,548 |
PR7 1PH 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 132 |
| Retired | 94 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Education | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Nursery School Wright Street , PR6 0SL | - not rated | 1,294 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Duke Street Nursery School Duke Street , PR7 3DU | 4out of 4 | 2,106 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chorley, the Parish of St Laurence Church of England Primary School Highfield Road South , PR7 1RB | 3out of 4 | 581 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Chorley Cedar Road , PR6 0JF | 3out of 4 | 768 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Buckshaw Primary School Chancery Road , Astley Village PR7 1XP | - not rated | 982 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Primary School Chorley Eaves Lane , PR6 0DX | 3out of 4 | 1,102 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Community Primary School Wright Street , PR6 0SP | 3out of 4 | 1,350 yd | Academy converter | 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 | - not rated | 377 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England High School Astley Road , PR7 1RS | 3out of 4 | 377 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parklands High School Southport Road , PR7 1LL | - not rated | 1,271 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parklands High School Southport Road , PR7 1LL | - not rated | 1,271 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parklands High School Southport Road , PR7 1LL | 3out of 4 | 1,271 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 | 4,603 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chorcliffe Preparatory School The Old Manse , Park Street PR7 1ER | - not rated | 777 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oliver House School Hallgate , PR7 1XA | - not rated | 988 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield House School 1 Mayfield Road , Chorley PR6 0DG | - not rated | 1,005 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorley Astley Park School Harrington Road , PR7 1JZ | 4out of 4 | 1,022 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bennett House School 332 Eaves Lane , PR6 0DX | - not rated | 1,103 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Entrance Cafe | Chorley And South Ribble District G, Preston Road | 342 yd | |
| Mellors Catering At St Michael's C Of E High School | St Michael's C Of E High School, Astley Road | 376 yd | |
| OCS Group UK Ltd | Oakfield Unit, Chorley And South Ribble District G | 423 yd | |
| Tuck Inn | 39 Harpers Lane, Chorley | 544 yd | |
| All Seasons Leisure Centre | Water Street, Chorley | 545 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Josephs Parish Centre | St Josephs Parish Centre, Harpers Lane | 698 yd | |
| The Masons Arms | Masons Arms, 98 Harpers Lane | 901 yd | |
| Trader Jacks | Hollinshead Street, Chorley | 988 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Butty Box | 77A Water Street, Chorley | 545 yd | |
| J-SEAS | J Seas Finest F And C, 29 Harpers Lane | 548 yd | |
| Lee's Takeaway | 33 Harpers Lane, Chorley | 561 yd | |
| Oriental | 48 Park Road, Chorley | 598 yd | |
| Browns Chip Shop | Browns Chippy, 33 Parker Street | 689 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods | Water Street, Chorley | 545 yd | |
| Asda | Water Street, Chorley | 545 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Foodstore, Harpers Lane | 916 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Michael'S Church Of England High School And Performing Arts College ASTLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 374 yd |
| All Seasons Leisure Centre WATER STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 620 yd |
| St Laurences C Of E Primary School HIGHFIELD ROAD SOUTH | grass pitches | 663 yd |
| Derian House CHANCERY ROAD | grass pitches | 730 yd |
| St Josephs Catholic Primary School CEDAR ROAD | grass pitches | 768 yd |
| Astley Park HARRINGTON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 807 yd |
| Church Of Jesus Christ Latter-Day Saints Football Pitch (Closed) Temple Way | grass pitches | 966 yd |
| Astley Park Fitness Centre (Closed) 1-3 1-3 Park Road | health and fitness suite | 1,050 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 | 108 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.