Derwent Road is in Chorley and in Chorley district. PR7 2JE is located in the Chorley South West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chorley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Derwent Road, Chorley, PR7 2JE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR7 2HX, PR7 2JS, PR7 2HY, PR7 2HZ, PR7 2JJ, PR7 2HU, PR7 2PH, PR7 2LJ, PR7 2JB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PR7 2JE has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.3% of the population 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 | 52.2% | 56.3% | 4.1% | 51.0% | 5.3% |
| Male | 47.8% | 43.7% | -4.1% | 49.0% | -5.3% |
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 | 40.3% | 37.2% | -3.1% | 37.9% | -0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.6% | 38.1% | 4.5% | 44.2% | -6.1% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.5% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 18.7% | 13% | -5.7% | 9.1% | 3.9% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 9.3% | 4.7% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.6% | 38% | -3.6% | 48.4% | -10.4% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 31.2% | -5.2% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 14% | 15.5% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 7.2% | 12% | 4.8% | 4.0% | 8.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 3.3% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
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.
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 19.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.7% | 27.2% | -9.5% | 18.2% | 9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.6% | 20.1% | 3.5% | 9.6% | 10.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 11.7% | -5.6% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 5.9% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 13.6% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 11% | 19.4% | 8.4% | 33.8% | -14.4% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2.2% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 97.2% | 96.2% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
In this area, 93.4% 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 | 97.7% | 93.4% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 5.2% | 3.9% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 93.4% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.2% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69% | 76.7% | -7.7% |
| Poland | 3.1% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 25.8% | 13.5% | 12.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.2% | 37.2% | -5.0% |
| Christian | 59.4% | 46.2% | 13.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Derwent Road was 28.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.8% lower than the Chorley North West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Derwent Road has the 6th lowest crime rate of 58 local areas in Chorley North West and the 95th lowest crime rate of 370 local areas in Chorley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.9%.

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 Derwent Road, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £99,950 | 2018-06-01 | £132,833 |
| 5 Derwent Road, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £72,000 | 2017-03-28 | £101,077 |
| 9 Derwent Road, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £72,000 | 2009-03-06 | £122,030 |
| 19 Derwent Road, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £89,000 | 2006-07-28 | £135,758 |
| 17 Derwent Road, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2005-03-10 | £137,019 |
PR7 2JE 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 107 |
| Retired | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Street Nursery School Duke Street , PR7 3DU | 4out of 4 | 762 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Nursery School Wright Street , PR6 0SL | 4out of 4 | 2,008 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 | 253 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorley All Saints Church of England Primary School and Nursery Unit Moor Road , PR7 2LR | 3out of 4 | 409 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, Chorley Eaves Green Road , PR7 3QG | 3out of 4 | 590 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Duke Street Primary School Duke Street , PR7 3DU | 3out of 4 | 777 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School and Nursery, Chorley Hornchurch Drive , PR7 2RJ | 3out of 4 | 1,030 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | 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 | 702 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross Catholic High School Myles Standish Way , PR7 3LS | 3out of 4 | 1,098 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parklands High School Southport Road , PR7 1LL | 3out of 4 | 1,470 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Albany Academy Bolton Road , PR7 3AY | 3out of 4 | 1,558 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England High School Astley Road , PR7 1RS | 4out of 4 | 2,040 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westmorland School Weldbank Lane , PR7 3NQ | - not rated | 455 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shaftesbury High School Weldbank Lane , PR7 3NQ | 3out of 4 | 486 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield School Gloucester Road , PR7 3HN | 3out of 4 | 553 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Chorley Inspire Youth Zone , Chapel Street PR7 1BS | - not rated | 1,352 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorley Astley Park School Harrington Road , PR7 1JZ | 4out of 4 | 1,385 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Fresh | 158 Pall Mall, Chorley | 396 yd | |
| Deliciosa | 110 Pall Mall, Chorley | 552 yd | |
| Nishi Sushi Cafe | 90 Pall Mall, Chorley | 560 yd | |
| D (64) Medical Squadron (Volunteers) | Lancaster House, Devonshire Road | 813 yd | |
| Bees Kitchen & Deli | Cafe, Primrose Gardens Retirement Living | 898 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Colliers | Colliers Arms, 30 Moor Road | 194 yd | |
| Black Horse | 252 Pall Mall, Chorley | 201 yd | |
| The Plough Inn | 139 Pall Mall, Chorley | 379 yd | |
| The Minstrel | Eaves Green Road, Chorley | 511 yd | |
| Chorley Sporting Club | Chorley Football Supporters Club, Duke Street | 809 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nabzys | Chesters, 234 Pall Mall | 166 yd | |
| Hot N Spicy Grill House And Freddy's Chicken And Pizza | Hot N Spicy Grill House, 232 Pall Mall | 169 yd | |
| Harry's Fish Bar | 44 Moor Road, Chorley | 194 yd | |
| Chorley Masala | 236 Pall Mall, Chorley | 201 yd | |
| Tayeba | Tayeba Indian Takeaway, 3 Moor Road | 206 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Morrisons Supermarket, Brooke Street | 817 yd | |
| Asda | ASDA, Bolton Street | 905 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Buttermere Green BUTTERMERE COMMUNITY CENTRE BUTTERMERE COMMUNITY CENTRE BUTTERMERE AVENUE | grass pitches | 328 yd |
| Gillibrand Playing Pitches LAKELAND GARDENS | grass pitches | 361 yd |
| Chorley All Saints C Of E Primary School MOOR ROAD | grass pitches | 363 yd |
| St Gregorys Catholic Primary School EAVES GREEN ROAD | grass pitches | 524 yd |
| Rangletts Recreation Ground RANGLETTS AVENUE | grass pitches | 590 yd |
| Cottage Fields, Eaves Green BURGH MEADOWS | grass pitches | 694 yd |
| Victory Park DUKE STREET | grass pitches | 774 yd |
| Southlands High School CLOVER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 783 yd |
| Body Rock Gym & Aerobic Fitness Centre (Closed) Bolton Street | health and fitness suite | 910 yd |
| Chorley Tennis Club CHORLEY TENNIS CLUB CHORLEY TENNIS CLUB WALGARTH DRIVE | tennis courts | 965 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 | 158.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.