The Oaks is in Chorley and in Chorley district. PR7 3QT is located in the Chorley South West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chorley. This postcode has been in use since 1984-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Oaks, Chorley, PR7 3QT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR7 3QX, PR7 3QU, PR7 3LR, PR7 3QG, PR7 3RP, PR7 3RH, PR7 3QE, PR7 3NR, PR7 3NS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PR7 3QT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54% | 51.6% | -2.4% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 46% | 48.4% | 2.4% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 27.2% | 33.5% | 6.3% | 37.9% | -4.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.2% | 47.4% | -5.8% | 44.2% | 3.2% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 12.4% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 5.6% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 | 58.1% | 45.1% | -13.0% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 25.1% | 37.9% | 12.8% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 13.1% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 2.9% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.4% | 12% | -4.4% | 18.2% | -6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 10.4% | -7.6% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 14.3% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 8.4% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 19.2% | 21.1% | 1.9% | 16.9% | 4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.8% | 33.9% | 9.1% | 33.8% | 0.1% |
| Other | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.4% | 98.4% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 97.8% | 97.7% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 97.7% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.6% | 76.7% | 11.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 10.7% | 13.5% | -2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.5% | 37.2% | -10.7% |
| Christian | 66.7% | 46.2% | 20.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Oaks was 3.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 98.4% lower than the Chorley North West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Oaks has the lowest crime rate of 58 local areas in Chorley North West and the lowest crime rate of 370 local areas in Chorley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -84.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 The Oaks, Chorley, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2024-12-18 | £336,906 |
| 25 The Oaks, Chorley, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-11-29 | £287,344 |
| 8 The Oaks, Chorley, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2024-10-31 | £181,801 |
| 11 The Oaks, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2024-10-28 | £149,162 |
| 1 The Oaks, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £87,500 | 2024-09-17 | £84,843 |
PR7 3QT 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 | 119 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| 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 | 1,170 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Nursery School Wright Street , PR6 0SL | 4out of 4 | 2,544 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 | 398 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, Chorley Eaves Green Road , PR7 3QG | 3out of 4 | 398 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gillibrand Primary School Grosvenor Road , PR7 2PJ | 4out of 4 | 1,045 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Duke Street Primary School Duke Street , PR7 3DU | 3out of 4 | 1,244 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Church of England Primary School, Chorley Carr Lane , PR7 3JU | 4out of 4 | 1,408 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 | 619 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southlands High School Clover Road , PR7 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 893 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Albany Academy Bolton Road , PR7 3AY | 3out of 4 | 1,559 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parklands High School Southport Road , PR7 1LL | 3out of 4 | 2,274 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England High School Astley Road , PR7 1RS | 4out of 4 | 2,813 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 | 597 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shaftesbury High School Weldbank Lane , PR7 3NQ | 3out of 4 | 709 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield School Gloucester Road , PR7 3HN | 3out of 4 | 831 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Chorley Inspire Youth Zone , Chapel Street PR7 1BS | - not rated | 1,933 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorley Astley Park School Harrington Road , PR7 1JZ | 4out of 4 | 2,170 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 | 527 yd | |
| Cafe Fresh | 158 Pall Mall, Chorley | 1,079 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Minstrel | Eaves Green Road, Chorley | 297 yd | |
| The Colliers | Colliers Arms, 30 Moor Road | 611 yd | |
| Black Horse | 252 Pall Mall, Chorley | 881 yd | |
| The Plough Inn | 139 Pall Mall, Chorley | 1,032 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tayeba | Tayeba Indian Takeaway, 3 Moor Road | 609 yd | |
| Harry's Fish Bar | 44 Moor Road, Chorley | 611 yd | |
| Krunchy Fried Chicken | 282 Moor Road, Chorley | 741 yd | |
| Nabzys | Chesters, 234 Pall Mall | 830 yd | |
| Hot N Spicy Grill House And Freddy's Chicken And Pizza | Hot N Spicy Grill House, 232 Pall Mall | 834 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop | 139 Carr Lane, Chorley | 945 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cottage Fields, Eaves Green BURGH MEADOWS | grass pitches | 142 yd |
| St Gregorys Catholic Primary School EAVES GREEN ROAD | grass pitches | 355 yd |
| Chorley All Saints C Of E Primary School MOOR ROAD | grass pitches | 445 yd |
| Holy Cross Catholic High School MYLES STANDISH WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 513 yd |
| Gillibrand Playing Pitches LAKELAND GARDENS | grass pitches | 816 yd |
| Buttermere Green BUTTERMERE COMMUNITY CENTRE BUTTERMERE COMMUNITY CENTRE BUTTERMERE AVENUE | grass pitches | 845 yd |
| Southlands High School CLOVER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 993 yd |
| Rangletts Recreation Ground RANGLETTS AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,037 yd |
| Duxbury Golf Course DUXBURY HALL ROAD | golf | 1,048 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 | 51.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 51.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 51.4% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 73.66 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 73.66 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.