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About

Farington is a residential area in South Ribble, Lancashire, known for its mix of housing and industrial zones. The area includes a blend of older terraced homes and newer developments, catering to families and commuters. Farington is close to major transport links, including the M6 and Leyland railway station, making it convenient for travel to nearby cities like Preston and Manchester.

The area features local amenities such as shops, schools, and parks, including Farington Park, which offers green space for recreation. The presence of industrial estates, such as Farington Business Park, provides employment opportunities. While primarily residential, the area maintains a balance between community living and commercial activity.

Area overview

On average Farington has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 72 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Farington is £44,600 per year. There are 3 schools in Farington: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

8/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Farington Population

8,367

Population density

897.7 per km²

Demographics

British

7,902

94.42%

Other White

143

1.71%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.57%

Irish

0.54%

Indian

0.45%

Total population: 8,369

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,598

45%

Owns outright

1,290

36.33%

Private landlord or letting agency

309

8.7%

Other social rented

203

5.72%

Other forms of private rent

1.77%

Total households: 3,551

Property prices in Farington

Based on 175 recent sales, the median property price is £225,000 in Farington area, with individual transactions ranging from £105,000 up to £1,425,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Farington over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	67	£312,000	£223,250	£271,000	£343,000	£437,000
Semi-Detached	76	£210,500	£170,250	£195,000	£230,625	£260,375
Terraced	32	£175,000	£111,375	£130,625	£215,500	£250,000

10 years median price trend in Farington

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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