Sandy Lane is in Adlington, Chorley and in Chorley district. PR7 4JT is located in the Adlington & Anderton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chorley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sandy Lane, Adlington, Chorley, PR7 4JT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR7 4RR, PR7 4RP, PR7 4RS, PR7 4JW, PR7 4JN, PR7 4JX, PR7 4RN, PR7 4JU, PR7 4RL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PR7 4JT has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 47.5% | 49.8% | 2.3% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 52.5% | 50.2% | -2.3% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 | 28.9% | 34.7% | 5.8% | 37.9% | -3.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.5% | 48.5% | -1.0% | 44.2% | 4.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.9% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 15.6% | 10% | -5.6% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 2.9% | -0.8% | 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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.4%) 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 | 52.5% | 58.4% | 5.9% | 48.4% | 10.0% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 29% | -6.1% | 33.6% | -4.6% |
| Fair health | 9.4% | 10.4% | 1.0% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 2.2% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
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 | 10.1% | 16.4% | 6.3% | 18.2% | -1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.3% | 10.7% | -8.6% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 13.5% | -5.3% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 7.4% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 21.7% | 7.0% | 16.9% | 4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.9% | 27.5% | -1.4% | 33.8% | -6.3% |
| Other | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.8% | 97% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 98.6% | 97.8% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 98.1% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.3% | 76.7% | 9.6% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 12.2% | 13.5% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.4% | 37.2% | -10.8% |
| Christian | 70.6% | 46.2% | 24.4% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sandy Lane was 3.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 95.1% lower than the Adlington & Anderton average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Sandy Lane has the lowest crime rate of 57 local areas in Adlington & Anderton and the 5th lowest crime rate of 370 local areas in Chorley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandons House Sandy Lane, Chorley, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £489,950 | 2021-11-15 | £537,868 |
| Sandons Two Sandy Lane, Chorley, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2020-10-29 | £449,254 |
| 2 Sandy Lane, Chorley, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £56,000 | 2011-08-31 | £86,677 |
| 4 Sandy Lane, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2008-09-05 | £129,851 |
| Sandons House Sandy Lane, Chorley, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £278,000 | 2007-01-11 | £401,913 |
PR7 4JT 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 | 98 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate 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 | 4,209 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Nursery School Wright Street , PR6 0SL | 4out of 4 | 5,238 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adlington Primary School Park Road , Adlington PR7 4JA | 3out of 4 | 483 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Adlington St Paul's Church of England Primary School Railway Road , Adlington PR6 9QZ | 1out of 4 | 1,091 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Anderton Primary School Babylon Lane , PR6 9NN | 2out of 4 | 1,432 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Anderton Rothwell Road , Anderton PR6 9LZ | 3out of 4 | 1,669 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackrod Anglican/Methodist Primary School Vicarage Road West , Blackrod BL6 5DE | 3out of 4 | 3,064 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | 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 | 3,238 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Albany Academy Bolton Road , PR7 3AY | 3out of 4 | 3,717 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southlands High School Clover Road , PR7 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 4,300 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rivington and Blackrod High School Rivington Lane , Horwich BL6 7RU | 3out of 4 | 4,756 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Standish Community High School Kenyon Road , Standish WN6 0NX | 3out of 4 | 5,002 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westmorland School Weldbank Lane , PR7 3NQ | - not rated | 3,884 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shaftesbury High School Weldbank Lane , PR7 3NQ | 3out of 4 | 3,936 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield School Gloucester Road , PR7 3HN | 3out of 4 | 3,991 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cumberland School Rivington Lane , Rivington BL6 7RX | - not rated | 4,570 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Chorley Inspire Youth Zone , Chapel Street PR7 1BS | - not rated | 4,886 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Bear Marina Cafe | White Bear Marina, Park Road | 497 yd | |
| Retreat | Retreat Restaurants Ltd, 19 Church Street | 629 yd | |
| Bistecca | BISTECCA, 6 Market Street | 651 yd | |
| Pin Croft Dyeing & Printing Co | Pincroft Dyeing And Printing Compan, Market Street | 658 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bridge Inn | 11 Park Road, Adlington | 343 yd | |
| Spinners Arms | 23 Church Street, Adlington | 629 yd | |
| White Bear Inn | 5A Market Street, Adlington | 658 yd | |
| Adlington Cricket Club | Meadow Street, Adlington | 888 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cake By Hannah Jones | 30 Market Street, Adlington | 651 yd | |
| LA Orient | 11 Market Street, Adlington | 651 yd | |
| Adlington Spice | 34 Market Street, Adlington | 682 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jubilee Fields MARKET STREET | grass pitches | 583 yd |
| Adlington Barbell Club CLUB AND PREMISES CLUB AND PREMISES OXFORD STREET | health and fitness suite | 708 yd |
| Fairview FAIRVIEW YOUTH AND COMMUNITY CENTRE FAIRVIEW YOUTH AND COMMUNITY CENTRE HIGHFIELD ROAD NORTH | grass pitches | 834 yd |
| Adlington Cricket Club off Huyton Road | grass pitches | 844 yd |
| Adlington St Paul'S C Of E Primary School Railway Road | grass pitches | 1,001 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.