Cheapside is in Chorley and in Chorley district. PR7 2EX 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 Cheapside, Chorley, PR7 2EX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR7 2LA, PR7 2SL, PR7 2EE, PR7 2EZ, PR7 3AA, PR7 2SQ, PR7 2EF, PR7 2EJ, PR7 2BB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PR7 2EX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.3% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.5% | 54.3% | 6.8% | 51.0% | 3.3% |
| Male | 52.5% | 45.7% | -6.8% | 49.0% | -3.3% |
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 | 49% | 35.9% | -13.1% | 37.9% | -2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.6% | 30.3% | 0.7% | 44.2% | -13.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 3.9% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 16.5% | 4.4% | 9.1% | 7.4% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 12.7% | 6.9% | 6.1% | 6.6% |
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 | 48.8% | 38.6% | -10.2% | 48.4% | -9.8% |
| Good health | 29.8% | 32.7% | 2.9% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 17.4% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 4.7% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 10.3% | 5.8% | 4.0% | 6.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 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.
In the area around PR7 2EX this area, 30.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.3% | 30.7% | 8.4% | 18.2% | 12.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 8.8% | -3.8% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 13.1% | -2.4% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 7.8% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17% | 16.3% | -0.7% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.8% | 20.8% | -2.0% | 33.8% | -13.0% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2.5% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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 | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 2.5% | 1.2% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| White | 95.9% | 96.2% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 92% 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 | 95% | 92% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 4.7% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 1.8% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.4% | 91.2% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 2.6% | -1.5% | 1.9% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.4% | 76.7% | -8.3% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 25.1% | 13.5% | 11.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.1% | 37.2% | 0.9% |
| Christian | 54.9% | 46.2% | 8.7% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cheapside was 115.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.0% lower than the Chorley North West average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Cheapside has the 20th highest crime rate of 58 local areas in Chorley North West and the 86th highest crime rate of 370 local areas in Chorley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 50.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Cheapside, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2006-09-06 | £225,773 |
PR7 2EX 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 PR7 2EX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 101 |
| Retired | 89 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Street Nursery School Duke Street , PR7 3DU | 4out of 4 | 586 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Nursery School Wright Street , PR6 0SL | 4out of 4 | 1,121 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Street Primary School Duke Street , PR7 3DU | 3out of 4 | 490 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gillibrand Primary School Grosvenor Road , PR7 2PJ | 4out of 4 | 854 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley Brooke Street , PR6 0LB | 3out of 4 | 918 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorley, the Parish of St Laurence Church of England Primary School Highfield Road South , PR7 1RB | 2out of 4 | 973 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Community Primary School Wright Street , PR6 0SP | 3out of 4 | 1,096 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parklands High School Southport Road , PR7 1LL | 3out of 4 | 1,098 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England High School Astley Road , PR7 1RS | 4out of 4 | 1,264 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Albany Academy Bolton Road , PR7 3AY | 3out of 4 | 1,367 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross Catholic High School Myles Standish Way , PR7 3LS | 3out of 4 | 1,575 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southlands High School Clover Road , PR7 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,580 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Progress Schools - Chorley Inspire Youth Zone , Chapel Street PR7 1BS | - not rated | 472 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorley Astley Park School Harrington Road , PR7 1JZ | 4out of 4 | 716 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield School Gloucester Road , PR7 3HN | 3out of 4 | 834 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shaftesbury High School Weldbank Lane , PR7 3NQ | 3out of 4 | 926 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield House School 1 Mayfield Road , PR6 0DG | - not rated | 968 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foxtails Coffee Shop | 6 Pall Mall, Chorley | 36 yd | |
| Bees Kitchen & Deli | Cafe, Primrose Gardens Retirement Living | 48 yd | |
| Bubble N Shake | 98 Market Street, Chorley | 70 yd | |
| Ottoman Bar & Grill | 102A Market Street, Chorley | 99 yd | |
| Bay Leaf | 119 - 121 Market Street, Chorley | 118 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamplighter | 113 Market Street, Chorley | 120 yd | |
| Bootleggers Bar | 21 Bolton Street, Chorley | 121 yd | |
| Withnell's Brew Co | Withnell's Brewing Co Ltd, 101 Anderton Street | 230 yd | |
| Pearsons | 72 Market Street, Chorley | 267 yd | |
| Baaa 38 | 38 Market Street, Chorley | 267 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seven Seas Fish & Chips | 110A Market Street, Chorley | 60 yd | |
| Godfather Pizza House | 110 Market Street, Chorley | 70 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Delivery | 98 - 102 Market Street, Chorley | 118 yd | |
| The Golden Dragon | Golden Dragon, 13 Bolton Street | 121 yd | |
| Crown Cafe | 88 Market Street, Chorley | 158 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | ASDA, Bolton Street | 242 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods plc | Iceland, 34 Market Walk | 416 yd | |
| Booths | Booths Supermarket, New Market Street | 429 yd | |
| Marks And Spencer Simply Foods | Unit 1, Market Walk Extension, Union Street | 530 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Coronation Recreation Ground REGENT ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 371 yd |
| Chorley Fitness Chapel Street | health and fitness suite | 386 yd |
| Body Rock Gym & Aerobic Fitness Centre (Closed) Bolton Street | health and fitness suite | 451 yd |
| Victory Park DUKE STREET | grass pitches | 494 yd |
| Astley Park Fitness Centre (Closed) 1-3 1-3 Park Road | health and fitness suite | 535 yd |
| Rangletts Recreation Ground RANGLETTS AVENUE | grass pitches | 616 yd |
| X Fit FRIDAY STREET | health and fitness suite | 626 yd |
| Chorley Cricket Club (Windsor Park) SANDRINGHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 780 yd |
| Chorley Tennis Club CHORLEY TENNIS CLUB CHORLEY TENNIS CLUB WALGARTH DRIVE | tennis courts | 811 yd |
| St Laurences C Of E Primary School HIGHFIELD ROAD SOUTH | grass pitches | 924 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 | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 14.3% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.