Brookwood Way is in Buckshaw Village, Chorley and in South Ribble district. PR7 7GW is located in the Buckshaw & Worden electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Ribble. This postcode has been in use since 2013-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Brookwood Way, Buckshaw Village, Chorley, PR7 7GW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR7 7HA, PR7 7GZ, PR7 7HJ, PR7 7GX, PR7 7HE, PR7 7LG, PR7 7GY, PR7 7JQ, PR7 7HH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PR7 7GW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.3% | 50.8% | 3.5% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 52.7% | 49.2% | -3.5% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of PR7 7GW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 53.7% | 23.8% | -29.9% | 37.9% | -14.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.5% | 65% | 31.5% | 44.2% | 20.8% |
| Separated | 5% | 1.5% | -3.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 6.3% | -0.1% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 1.4% | 3.4% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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 (94.9%) 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 | 54.1% | 71% | 16.9% | 48.4% | 22.6% |
| Good health | 38.9% | 23.9% | -15.0% | 33.6% | -9.7% |
| Fair health | 6% | 3.7% | -2.3% | 12.7% | -9.0% |
| Bad health | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -3.7% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 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.
In the area around PR7 7GW this area, 3.9% 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 56.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 3.2% | 3.9% | 0.7% | 18.2% | -14.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.6% | 2.4% | -8.2% | 9.6% | -7.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 15.5% | -2.8% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 24.3% | 19.4% | -4.9% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.9% | 56.3% | 16.4% | 33.8% | 22.5% |
| Other | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 95.8% | 96.3% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 96.1% | 96.3% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 96.6% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0.3% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.2% | 76.7% | 14.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 6.4% | 13.5% | -7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31% | 37.2% | -6.2% |
| Christian | 61.3% | 46.2% | 15.1% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brookwood Way was 45.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.0% lower than the Buckshaw & Worden average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Brookwood Way has the 10th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Buckshaw & Worden and the 156th lowest crime rate of 369 local areas in South Ribble .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 Brookwood Way, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2023-11-29 | £238,406 |
| 51 Brookwood Way, Chorley, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £343,000 | 2023-06-30 | £364,185 |
| 17 Brookwood Way, Chorley, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2023-05-26 | £390,175 |
| 15 Brookwood Way, Chorley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £244,000 | 2022-07-15 | £261,131 |
| 38 Brookwood Way, Chorley, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £111,000 | 2021-12-10 | £119,369 |
PR7 7GW 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 | 130 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Retired | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Education | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| 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 | 5,130 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Duke Street Nursery School Duke Street , PR7 3DU | 4out of 4 | 5,456 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 | 1,447 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leyland Methodist Junior School Canberra Road , PR25 3ET | 3out of 4 | 1,517 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leyland Methodist Infant School Canberra Road , PR25 3ET | 4out of 4 | 1,517 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancaster Lane Community Primary School Hunters Road , Clayton-le-Woods PR25 5TT | 3out of 4 | 1,576 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England/Methodist Primary School, Buckshaw Village Unity Place , Buckshaw Village PR7 7HZ | 3out of 4 | 1,662 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 996 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellfield Academy Yewlands Drive , PR25 2TP | 2out of 4 | 2,317 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic High School Royal Avenue , PR25 1BS | 3out of 4 | 2,465 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy@Worden Westfield Drive , PR25 1QX | 3out of 4 | 2,968 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parklands High School Southport Road , PR7 1LL | 3out of 4 | 3,838 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 941 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roselyn House School Moss Lane, Off Wigan Road , PR25 4SE | - not rated | 2,117 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Golden Hill Pupil Referral Unit Earnshaw Drive , PR25 1QS | 4out of 4 | 3,168 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterloo Lodge 173 Preston Road , Whittle-Le-Woods PR6 7AX | - not rated | 3,214 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oliver House School Hallgate , PR7 1XA | - not rated | 3,360 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancashire College of Adult Education Southport Road , PR7 1NB | - not rated | 3,687 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weddings and Events At Charnock Farm | Charnock Farm, Wigan Road | 282 yd | |
| The Mill | Charnock Farm, Wigan Road | 282 yd | |
| Sbarro | Unit 1, Matrix Way | 810 yd | |
| Starbucks | Matrix Point Starbucks, Unit 1A | 904 yd | |
| Avant Gardens | Wigan Road, Leyland | 980 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bobbin Mill | 2 Eaton Avenue, Buckshaw Village | 775 yd | |
| Leyland Golf Club | Wigan Road, Leyland | 1,033 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Leyland Golf Club LEYLAND GOLF CLUB HOUSE LEYLAND GOLF CLUB HOUSE WIGAN ROAD | golf | 1,033 yd |
| Runshaw College LANGDALE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 1,039 yd |
| Balshaws Church Of England High School CHURCH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 1,086 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 280.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 37.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.