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Clayton West & Cuerden

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About

Clayton West & Cuerden is a largely residential area situated on the western edge of Chorley, characterised by modern housing estates and more established suburban streets. The ward is defined by its proximity to green corridors, with the River Lostock flowing through its northern section. The area serves as a commuter base, providing straightforward road access to both the M61 motorway and the centre of Chorley itself.

The landscape is marked by the presence of Cuerden Valley Park, a significant country park offering woodlands, meadows, and a reservoir. This extensive green space contrasts with the residential development and provides local walking routes. The area's history is subtly reflected in place names and the remaining structures of the former Cuerden Hall estate, around which the park is centred.

Area overview

On average Clayton West & Cuerden has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 49 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Clayton West & Cuerden is £57,625 per year. There are 4 schools in Clayton West & Cuerden: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Clayton West & Cuerden is home to around 8,726 people, with a population density of about 1,551.6 per km2.

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
49
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Clayton West & Cuerden Population
8,726
Population density
1,551.6 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
30.37(-19%)
Anti-social behaviour
22.58(+26%)
Shoplifting
11.35(+96%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.16(-43%)
Public order
3.44(-66%)
North West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,258
94.62%
Other White
149
1.71%
White and Asian (mixed)
39
0.45%
Indian
37
0.42%
Pakistani
37
0.42%
Total population: 8,728

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
2,684
37.73%
Level 3 (A level)
1,313
18.46%
No qualifications
945
13.29%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
934
13.13%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
611
8.59%
Total 16+ residents: 7,113

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,600
43.06%
Owns with a mortgage
1,450
39.02%
Other social rented
260
7%
Private landlord or letting agency
252
6.78%
Shared ownership
69
1.86%
Total households: 3,716

Property prices in Clayton West & Cuerden

Based on 122 recent sales, the median property price is £246,000 in Clayton West & Cuerden area, with individual transactions ranging from £75,000 up to £870,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Clayton West & Cuerden in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Clayton West & Cuerden over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached62£337,500
Flats2£237,500
Semi-Detached49£190,000
Terraced9£201,000

10 years median price trend in Clayton West & Cuerden

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Clayton West & Cuerden.

All postcodes in Clayton West & Cuerden

PR67JH

Sheep Hill Lane

PR255LY

Spring Meadow

PR67UY

Whitethorn Close

PR255AJ

Mortimer Place

PR67UP

Pingle Croft

PR67TN

Stack Croft

PR255PJ

Nell Lane

PR67TB

Glenmore

PR255AN

Gisburn Court

PR67SJ

Bearswood Croft

PR67JA

Preston Road

PR67QA

Fiddlers Lane

PR67QB

The Heyes

PR255AB

Kielder Gardens

PR255AU

Sherwood Avenue

PR255PD

Birch Avenue

PR67QG

Carlton Avenue

PR255PH

Elm Grove

PR255AW

Bedgebury Close

PR67PX

Watkin Road

PR255SF

Magnolia Drive

PR67QF

Woodside Avenue

PR255SN

Lancaster Lane

PR255TX

Harrock Road

PR255PU

Bradfield Close

PR67UE

Kilncroft

PR255AF

Whiteleaf Place

PR255UL

Mendip Road

PR255AY

Cannock Crescent

PR255BD

Yardley Close

PR67JG

Manor Road

PR255TS

Ashurst Road

PR254SE

Moss Lane

PR255PR

Wentwood Crescent

PR255PT

Clayton West & Cuerden

PR67UA

Kilncroft

PR67EU

Back Lane

PR255TU

Pendle Road

PR67EG

Beechwood Croft

PR255TJ

Claughton Avenue

PR67QQ

Back Lane

PR255SQ

Kirkby Avenue

PR255SJ

Grange Close

PR255AL

Whinfell Close

PR67UQ

Lostock Meadow

PR67TA

Glenmore

PR67UF

Juniper Croft

PR255US

Stoney Holt

PR67PZ

Bankside

PR255TP

Claughton Avenue

PR67UD

Kilncroft

PR255AG

Dallington Avenue

PR67UL

Pingle Croft

PR67EF

Hillcroft

PR67EP

Sheep Hill Lane

PR255LW

Cyclamen Close

PR255TB

Nell Lane

PR67QE

Back Lane

PR255AX

Burnham Close

PR255PA

Beech Tree Close

PR67JP

Pear Tree Road

PR67TR

Lords Croft

PR255UN

Pendle Road

PR255SE

Kendal Gardens

PR255TL

Claughton Avenue

PR255RS

Higher Meadow

PR255PN

Bernwood Crescent

PR255SG

Ivy Close

PR67UX

Rowan Croft

PR255SY

Town Brow

PR67JT

Stone House Green

PR255SX

Lune Drive

PR255RR

Higher Meadow

PR67JL

Hawthorne Close

PR255TF

Dahlia Close

PR255QG

Maple Court

PR67QD

Carr Road

PR67PY

Preston Road

PR67JR

Manor Road

PR255TG

Snowdrop Close

PR67UT

Black Croft

PR67UB

Kilncroft

PR255TN

Claughton Avenue

PR67AY

Dove Cote

PR255AQ

Leighfield Close

PR255RL

Cunnery Meadow

PR255UJ

Mendip Road

PR255AD

Arden Drive

PR255AH

Dallington Avenue

PR67JW

Baytree Road

PR255AS

Wychwood Grove

PR255SA

Lydiate Lane

PR255RG

Windflower Drive

PR255RW

Camellia Drive

PR255AE

Mercia Grove

PR67JJ

Meadway

PR255RB

Azalea Close

PR255SS

Levens Drive

PR67ES

Sheep Hill Brow

PR255PB

West Drive

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.