Lavender Grove is in Chorley and in Chorley district. PR7 3JD is located in the Chorley South East & Heath Charnock electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chorley. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lavender Grove, Chorley, PR7 3JD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR7 3JA, PR7 3JB, PR7 3HZ, PR7 3JL, PR7 3JJ, PR7 3HS, PR7 3NN, PR7 3EF, PR7 3JE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PR7 3JD has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 50.3% | 49.4% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 49.7% | 50.6% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 | 35.4% | 37.3% | 1.9% | 37.9% | -0.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.8% | 41% | -4.8% | 44.2% | -3.2% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 11.6% | 1.3% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 8.6% | 1.2% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 45.8% | 47.5% | 1.7% | 48.4% | -0.9% |
| Good health | 39.1% | 36.4% | -2.7% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 10.3% | 10.2% | -0.1% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 4% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 21.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.8% | 16% | -5.8% | 18.2% | -2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.2% | 12.6% | -6.6% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 16% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 8.2% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 23.8% | 10.1% | 16.9% | 6.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.2% | 21.9% | 2.7% | 33.8% | -11.9% |
| Other | 4.4% | 1.5% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.5% | 99.4% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 98.8% | 96.6% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 96.6% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.3% | 76.7% | 6.6% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.2% | 37.2% | -11.0% |
| Christian | 70.1% | 46.2% | 23.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lavender Grove was 63.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.9% lower than the Chorley North West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lavender Grove has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 58 local areas in Chorley North West and the 174th highest crime rate of 370 local areas in Chorley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Lavender Grove, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2022-02-25 | £151,729 |
| 5 Lavender Grove, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £133,000 | 2021-05-17 | £155,700 |
| 19 Lavender Grove, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £107,000 | 2019-11-22 | £138,073 |
| 15 Lavender Grove, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2018-04-20 | £161,874 |
| 11 Lavender Grove, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £101,000 | 2016-05-20 | £147,671 |
PR7 3JD 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 | 99 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 487 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Nursery School Wright Street , PR6 0SL | 4out of 4 | 1,860 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, Chorley Eaves Green Road , PR7 3QG | 3out of 4 | 286 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorley All Saints Church of England Primary School and Nursery Unit Moor Road , PR7 2LR | 3out of 4 | 452 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Duke Street Primary School Duke Street , PR7 3DU | 3out of 4 | 568 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gillibrand Primary School Grosvenor Road , PR7 2PJ | 4out of 4 | 781 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Church of England Primary School, Chorley Carr Lane , PR7 3JU | 4out of 4 | 931 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Cross Catholic High School Myles Standish Way , PR7 3LS | 3out of 4 | 622 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Albany Academy Bolton Road , PR7 3AY | 3out of 4 | 1,041 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southlands High School Clover Road , PR7 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,142 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parklands High School Southport Road , PR7 1LL | 3out of 4 | 1,863 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England High School Astley Road , PR7 1RS | 4out of 4 | 2,242 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shaftesbury High School Weldbank Lane , PR7 3NQ | 3out of 4 | 83 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westmorland School Weldbank Lane , PR7 3NQ | - not rated | 136 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield School Gloucester Road , PR7 3HN | 3out of 4 | 155 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Chorley Inspire Youth Zone , Chapel Street PR7 1BS | - not rated | 1,260 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorley Astley Park School Harrington Road , PR7 1JZ | 4out of 4 | 1,638 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Gregory's Parish Kitchen | St Gregorys Presbytery, Weldbank Lane | 428 yd | |
| Cafe Fresh | 158 Pall Mall, Chorley | 547 yd | |
| Deliciosa | 110 Pall Mall, Chorley | 652 yd | |
| Nishi Sushi Cafe | 90 Pall Mall, Chorley | 662 yd | |
| Jamun Tree | 90 - 92 Bolton Street, Chorley | 727 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Horse | 252 Pall Mall, Chorley | 454 yd | |
| The Colliers | Colliers Arms, 30 Moor Road | 480 yd | |
| The Minstrel | Eaves Green Road, Chorley | 488 yd | |
| The Plough Inn | 139 Pall Mall, Chorley | 494 yd | |
| Chorley Sporting Club | Chorley Football Supporters Club, Duke Street | 647 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tayeba | Tayeba Indian Takeaway, 3 Moor Road | 429 yd | |
| Nabzys | Chesters, 234 Pall Mall | 437 yd | |
| Hot N Spicy Grill House And Freddy's Chicken And Pizza | Hot N Spicy Grill House, 232 Pall Mall | 438 yd | |
| Chorley Masala | 236 Pall Mall, Chorley | 454 yd | |
| Harry's Fish Bar | 44 Moor Road, Chorley | 480 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop | 139 Carr Lane, Chorley | 591 yd | |
| Asda | ASDA, Bolton Street | 827 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Gregorys Catholic Primary School EAVES GREEN ROAD | grass pitches | 352 yd |
| Rangletts Recreation Ground RANGLETTS AVENUE | grass pitches | 374 yd |
| Chorley All Saints C Of E Primary School MOOR ROAD | grass pitches | 501 yd |
| Cottage Fields, Eaves Green BURGH MEADOWS | grass pitches | 544 yd |
| Victory Park DUKE STREET | grass pitches | 563 yd |
| Holy Cross Catholic High School MYLES STANDISH WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 628 yd |
| Body Rock Gym & Aerobic Fitness Centre (Closed) Bolton Street | health and fitness suite | 702 yd |
| St Georges C Of E Primary School CARR LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 829 yd |
| Buttermere Green BUTTERMERE COMMUNITY CENTRE BUTTERMERE COMMUNITY CENTRE BUTTERMERE AVENUE | grass pitches | 844 yd |
| Gillibrand Playing Pitches LAKELAND GARDENS | grass pitches | 856 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 | 68.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.09 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.09 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.