Yates Street is in Chorley and in Chorley district. PR7 2JS 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 Yates Street, Chorley, PR7 2JS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR7 2HX, PR7 2JE, PR7 2LW, PR7 2LN, PR7 3NH, PR7 2HY, PR7 2JR, PR7 3NG, PR7 2JJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PR7 2JS has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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 | 52.3% | 48.9% | -3.4% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 47.7% | 51.1% | 3.4% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around PR7 2JS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 45.5% | 52.9% | 7.4% | 37.9% | 15.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.3% | 27.3% | -4.0% | 44.2% | -16.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2.5% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 14.2% | 13.9% | -0.3% | 9.1% | 4.8% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 2.5% | -3.2% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
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 | 51.7% | 43.3% | -8.4% | 48.4% | -5.1% |
| Good health | 29.9% | 31.9% | 2.0% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 15% | 2.3% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 7.2% | 2.4% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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.
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 19.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28% | 20.5% | -7.5% | 18.2% | 2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.3% | 15.9% | -4.4% | 9.6% | 6.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.1% | 19.7% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 6.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 7.9% | 5.5% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 14.2% | 1.2% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.2% | 19.7% | 9.5% | 33.8% | -14.1% |
| Other | 4.9% | 2.1% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.9% 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% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.6% | 92.9% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 11.5% |
| Arab | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
In this area, 91.9% 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 | 96.3% | 91.9% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 6.8% | 5.4% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 91% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 2.9% | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.5% | 76.7% | -11.2% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 2.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 29.3% | 13.5% | 15.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.9% | 37.2% | 11.7% |
| Christian | 45.6% | 46.2% | -0.6% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Yates Street was 185.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.5% lower than the Chorley North West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Yates Street has the 14th highest crime rate of 58 local areas in Chorley North West and the 37th highest crime rate of 370 local areas in Chorley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 83.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Yates Street, Chorley, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £103,000 | 2006-06-02 | £154,047 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 752 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Nursery School Wright Street , PR6 0SL | 4out of 4 | 2,037 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chorley All Saints Church of England Primary School and Nursery Unit Moor Road , PR7 2LR | 3out of 4 | 320 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gillibrand Primary School Grosvenor Road , PR7 2PJ | 4out of 4 | 345 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, Chorley Eaves Green Road , PR7 3QG | 3out of 4 | 500 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Duke Street Primary School Duke Street , PR7 3DU | 3out of 4 | 778 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School and Nursery, Chorley Hornchurch Drive , PR7 2RJ | 3out of 4 | 1,121 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 | 706 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross Catholic High School Myles Standish Way , PR7 3LS | 3out of 4 | 1,010 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Albany Academy Bolton Road , PR7 3AY | 3out of 4 | 1,512 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parklands High School Southport Road , PR7 1LL | 3out of 4 | 1,560 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England High School Astley Road , PR7 1RS | 4out of 4 | 2,116 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 | 378 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shaftesbury High School Weldbank Lane , PR7 3NQ | 3out of 4 | 425 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield School Gloucester Road , PR7 3HN | 3out of 4 | 508 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Chorley Inspire Youth Zone , Chapel Street PR7 1BS | - not rated | 1,385 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorley Astley Park School Harrington Road , PR7 1JZ | 4out of 4 | 1,463 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 | 433 yd | |
| Deliciosa | 110 Pall Mall, Chorley | 593 yd | |
| Nishi Sushi Cafe | 90 Pall Mall, Chorley | 602 yd | |
| St Gregory's Parish Kitchen | St Gregorys Presbytery, Weldbank Lane | 813 yd | |
| D (64) Medical Squadron (Volunteers) | Lancaster House, Devonshire Road | 882 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Colliers | Colliers Arms, 30 Moor Road | 108 yd | |
| Black Horse | 252 Pall Mall, Chorley | 220 yd | |
| The Plough Inn | 139 Pall Mall, Chorley | 406 yd | |
| The Minstrel | Eaves Green Road, Chorley | 422 yd | |
| Chorley Sporting Club | Chorley Football Supporters Club, Duke Street | 819 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harry's Fish Bar | 44 Moor Road, Chorley | 108 yd | |
| Tayeba | Tayeba Indian Takeaway, 3 Moor Road | 113 yd | |
| Nabzys | Chesters, 234 Pall Mall | 170 yd | |
| Hot N Spicy Grill House And Freddy's Chicken And Pizza | Hot N Spicy Grill House, 232 Pall Mall | 174 yd | |
| Chorley Masala | 236 Pall Mall, Chorley | 220 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Morrisons Supermarket, Brooke Street | 857 yd | |
| Asda | ASDA, Bolton Street | 931 yd | |
| One Stop | 139 Carr Lane, Chorley | 1,079 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chorley All Saints C Of E Primary School MOOR ROAD | grass pitches | 279 yd |
| Buttermere Green BUTTERMERE COMMUNITY CENTRE BUTTERMERE COMMUNITY CENTRE BUTTERMERE AVENUE | grass pitches | 359 yd |
| Gillibrand Playing Pitches LAKELAND GARDENS | grass pitches | 380 yd |
| St Gregorys Catholic Primary School EAVES GREEN ROAD | grass pitches | 432 yd |
| Rangletts Recreation Ground RANGLETTS AVENUE | grass pitches | 578 yd |
| Cottage Fields, Eaves Green BURGH MEADOWS | grass pitches | 603 yd |
| Victory Park DUKE STREET | grass pitches | 774 yd |
| Southlands High School CLOVER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 794 yd |
| Body Rock Gym & Aerobic Fitness Centre (Closed) Bolton Street | health and fitness suite | 916 yd |
| Holy Cross Catholic High School MYLES STANDISH WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 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 | 74.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 80.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.