Birkdale Close is in Euxton, Chorley and in Chorley district. PR7 6FP is located in the Euxton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chorley. This postcode has been in use since 2000-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Birkdale Close, Euxton, Chorley, PR7 6FP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR7 6FN, PR7 6FF, PR7 6FB, PR7 6DR, PR7 6QL, PR7 6JS, PR7 6FD, PR7 6FZ, PR7 6QH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PR7 6FP has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% 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 | 49.2% | 48.2% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 50.8% | 51.8% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
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 | 22.6% | 23.1% | 0.5% | 37.9% | -14.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.3% | 48.1% | -14.2% | 44.2% | 3.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 5.1% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 2.9% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 16% | 6.6% | 9.1% | 6.9% |
| Widowed | 1.9% | 6.4% | 4.5% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 (91.5%) 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 | 63.4% | 58.3% | -5.1% | 48.4% | 9.9% |
| Good health | 29.4% | 33.2% | 3.8% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 6.3% | 6% | -0.3% | 12.7% | -6.7% |
| Bad health | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
In the area around PR7 6FP this area, 8.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.5% | 8.4% | 0.9% | 18.2% | -9.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 9% | -2.3% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.5% | 16.1% | -3.4% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 5.8% | 0.1% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.7% | 16.1% | 0.4% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.6% | 43.2% | 3.6% | 33.8% | 9.4% |
| Other | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| White | 97.9% | 93.5% | -4.4% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 97.9% | 96.5% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 96.5% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95% | 76.7% | 18.3% |
| Middle East | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 4.5% | 13.5% | -9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24% | 37.2% | -13.2% |
| Christian | 68.5% | 46.2% | 22.3% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Birkdale Close was 26.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.0% lower than the Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Birkdale Close has the 27th lowest crime rate of 74 local areas in Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South and the 85th lowest crime rate of 370 local areas in Chorley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Birkdale Close, Chorley, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £216,000 | 2019-12-16 | £270,745 |
| 3 Birkdale Close, Chorley, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2018-08-30 | £200,576 |
| 5 Birkdale Close, Chorley, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2016-01-13 | £171,189 |
| 8 Birkdale Close, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2015-06-19 | £267,524 |
| 4 Birkdale Close, Chorley, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £166,000 | 2015-05-05 | £251,590 |
PR7 6FP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 78 |
| Retired | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Nursery School Wright Street , PR6 0SL | 4out of 4 | 4,267 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Duke Street Nursery School Duke Street , PR7 3DU | 4out of 4 | 4,417 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Euxton Primrose Hill Primary School Primrose Hill Road , Euxton PR7 6BA | 4out of 4 | 858 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Mary's Catholic Primary School Euxton Wigan Road , Euxton PR7 6JW | 4out of 4 | 881 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Euxton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Wigan Road , Euxton PR7 6JW | 4out of 4 | 960 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England/Methodist Primary School, Buckshaw Village Unity Place , Buckshaw Village PR7 7HZ | 3out of 4 | 1,463 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Balshaw Lane Community Primary School Bredon Avenue , Euxton PR7 6NS | 4out of 4 | 1,669 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balshaw's Church of England High School Church Road , PR25 3AH | 4out of 4 | 2,073 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parklands High School Southport Road , PR7 1LL | 3out of 4 | 2,792 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England High School Astley Road , PR7 1RS | 4out of 4 | 2,977 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic High School Royal Avenue , PR25 1BS | 3out of 4 | 3,138 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellfield Academy Yewlands Drive , PR25 2TP | 2out of 4 | 3,348 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Runshaw College Langdale Road , PR25 3DQ | - not rated | 1,600 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oliver House School Hallgate , PR7 1XA | - not rated | 2,380 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancashire College of Adult Education Southport Road , PR7 1NB | - not rated | 2,597 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterloo Lodge 173 Preston Road , Whittle-Le-Woods PR6 7AX | - not rated | 2,725 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorley Astley Park School Harrington Road , PR7 1JZ | 4out of 4 | 3,194 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Roselyn House School Moss Lane, Off Wigan Road , PR25 4SE | - not rated | 3,225 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papa Luigis | 169 Wigan Road, Euxton | 611 yd | |
| Tiny Rockers | Tesco Supermarket, Ordnance Road | 925 yd | |
| Home | 3 Barnes Wallis Way, Buckshaw Village | 970 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bay Horse (Chik Box / K-Town Chicken / Locked & Loaded) | The Bay Horse, Euxton Lane | 611 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Romana Takeaway | Romana, 16 Runshaw Lane | 619 yd | |
| Sayers the Bakers Ltd | Sayers The Bakers, 14 Runshaw Lane | 620 yd | |
| Mays | 18 Runshaw Lane, Euxton | 620 yd | |
| Naseeb Euxton Ltd | 24 Runshaw Lane, Euxton | 620 yd | |
| The Filling Station Ltd | The Filling Station, 20 Runshaw Lane | 630 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar Stores | Spar & Post Office, 12 Runshaw Lane | 620 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Limited | Tesco Supermarket, Ordnance Road | 925 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gymworks CHORLEY BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY CENTRE CHORLEY BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY CENTRE EUXTON LANE | health and fitness suite | 384 yd |
| Euxton Primrose Hill Primary School PRIMROSE HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 943 yd |
| Euxton St Marys Catholic Primary School WIGAN ROAD | grass pitches | 957 yd |
| Greenside Football Pitches Greenside | grass pitches | 1,025 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 | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 33.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 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.