Moss Wood Close is in Chorley and in Chorley district. PR7 2FQ is located in the Chorley South West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chorley. This postcode has been in use since 2003-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Moss Wood Close, Chorley, PR7 2FQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR7 2FP, PR7 2FF, PR7 2FS, PR7 2FN, PR7 2FW, PR7 2FR, PR7 2FH, PR7 2FL, PR7 2FG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PR7 2FQ is primarily male, with 55.5% of the population 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 | 48.6% | 44.5% | -4.1% | 51.0% | -6.5% |
| Male | 51.4% | 55.5% | 4.1% | 49.0% | 6.5% |
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 | 43.2% | 41.4% | -1.8% | 37.9% | 3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.1% | 46.2% | 2.1% | 44.2% | 2.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 5.9% | 2% | -3.9% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 8% | 1.6% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 0.5% | 2% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
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 (90.4%) 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 | 62.1% | 61.2% | -0.9% | 48.4% | 12.8% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 29.2% | -3.0% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 4.8% | 8.2% | 3.4% | 12.7% | -4.5% |
| Bad health | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -3.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 2FQ this area, 7.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 44.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5.5% | 7.2% | 1.7% | 18.2% | -11.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 7.2% | -4.6% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 13.3% | -4.0% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 6% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 20% | 19.7% | -0.3% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.5% | 44.6% | 4.1% | 33.8% | 10.8% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93% 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 | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 94.5% | 93% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 11.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 0.6% | 3.5% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 90.7% 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 | 93.9% | 90.7% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 7.5% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 6.4% | 3.2% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 91% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 4.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 2.9% | 1.0% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 0.9% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Lithuania | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 2.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.5% | 13.5% | -6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.9% | 37.2% | -2.3% |
| Christian | 58.4% | 46.2% | 12.2% |
| Muslim | 4.1% | 6.5% | -2.4% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Moss Wood Close was 120.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.6% lower than the Chorley North West average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Moss Wood Close has the 18th highest crime rate of 58 local areas in Chorley North West and the 81st highest crime rate of 370 local areas in Chorley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 48.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Moss Wood Close, Chorley, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2022-05-06 | £414,920 |
| 2 Moss Wood Close, Chorley, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2020-12-04 | £398,445 |
| 6 Moss Wood Close, Chorley, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2018-11-23 | £375,094 |
| 1 Moss Wood Close, Chorley, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £294,000 | 2017-02-06 | £398,516 |
| 7 Moss Wood Close, Chorley, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2016-03-04 | £379,821 |
PR7 2FQ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 139 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Retired | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Education | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Street Nursery School Duke Street , PR7 3DU | 4out of 4 | 1,427 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Nursery School Wright Street , PR6 0SL | 4out of 4 | 2,442 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gillibrand Primary School Grosvenor Road , PR7 2PJ | 4out of 4 | 563 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School and Nursery, Chorley Hornchurch Drive , PR7 2RJ | 3out of 4 | 631 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorley All Saints Church of England Primary School and Nursery Unit Moor Road , PR7 2LR | 3out of 4 | 1,012 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, Chorley Eaves Green Road , PR7 3QG | 3out of 4 | 1,267 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Duke Street Primary School Duke Street , PR7 3DU | 3out of 4 | 1,410 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southlands High School Clover Road , PR7 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 561 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parklands High School Southport Road , PR7 1LL | 3out of 4 | 1,246 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross Catholic High School Myles Standish Way , PR7 3LS | 3out of 4 | 1,778 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England High School Astley Road , PR7 1RS | 4out of 4 | 2,058 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Albany Academy Bolton Road , PR7 3AY | 3out of 4 | 2,278 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 | 5,089 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancashire College of Adult Education Southport Road , PR7 1NB | - not rated | 1,131 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westmorland School Weldbank Lane , PR7 3NQ | - not rated | 1,178 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shaftesbury High School Weldbank Lane , PR7 3NQ | 3out of 4 | 1,219 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield School Gloucester Road , PR7 3HN | 3out of 4 | 1,280 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorley Astley Park School Harrington Road , PR7 1JZ | 4out of 4 | 1,426 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Secret Garden- Chorley | The Secret Garden Chorley, Unit 7 | 948 yd | |
| Cafe Fresh | 158 Pall Mall, Chorley | 982 yd | |
| Lockdown Burger | Chorley Cricket Club, Sandringham Road | 1,050 yd | |
| Deliciosa | 110 Pall Mall, Chorley | 1,077 yd | |
| Nishi Sushi Cafe | 90 Pall Mall, Chorley | 1,080 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Colliers | Colliers Arms, 30 Moor Road | 843 yd | |
| Black Horse | 252 Pall Mall, Chorley | 888 yd | |
| Chorley Bowling Club | Windsor Road, Chorley | 976 yd | |
| The Plough Inn | 139 Pall Mall, Chorley | 1,001 yd | |
| The Minstrel | Eaves Green Road, Chorley | 1,088 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Giannis Takeaway | Giannis, 93 Collingwood Road | 464 yd | |
| Little Lantern | 87 Collingwood Road, Chorley | 471 yd | |
| The Squirrel Cake Shop | 28 Clover Road, Chorley | 724 yd | |
| Krunchy Fried Chicken | 282 Moor Road, Chorley | 761 yd | |
| Harry's Fish Bar | 44 Moor Road, Chorley | 843 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Morrisons Supermarket, Brooke Street | 300 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Buttermere Green BUTTERMERE COMMUNITY CENTRE BUTTERMERE COMMUNITY CENTRE BUTTERMERE AVENUE | grass pitches | 490 yd |
| Gillibrand Playing Pitches LAKELAND GARDENS | grass pitches | 509 yd |
| Southlands High School CLOVER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 531 yd |
| St Marys Catholic Primary School HORNCHURCH DRIVE | grass pitches | 649 yd |
| Chorley Tennis Club CHORLEY TENNIS CLUB CHORLEY TENNIS CLUB WALGARTH DRIVE | tennis courts | 815 yd |
| Chorley All Saints C Of E Primary School MOOR ROAD | grass pitches | 939 yd |
| Chorley Cricket Club (Windsor Park) SANDRINGHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 968 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 | 440 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 410 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 62.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 57.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.