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Ingol & Cottam

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About

Ingol & Cottam is a ward in the northern part of Preston, Lancashire. The area includes residential neighborhoods, green spaces, and local amenities. It is bordered by the M55 motorway to the north, providing easy access to nearby towns. The ward features a mix of housing, from older properties to newer developments, particularly in Cottam, which has seen recent expansion.

The area is home to several parks, including Haslam Park and Cottam Wood, offering outdoor recreation. Local schools, shops, and community centers serve residents, while the nearby Preston North End football stadium adds to the area’s identity. Public transport links connect Ingol & Cottam to Preston city center and surrounding areas. The ward balances suburban living with access to urban facilities.

Area overview

On average Ingol & Cottam has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 114 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 19.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Ingol & Cottam is £42,331 per year. There are 6 schools in Ingol & Cottam: 6 primary (0 Outstanding and 6 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
114
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
19.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Ingol & Cottam Population
9,258
Population density
1,492.1 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,899
85.29%
Other White
459
4.96%
Indian
215
2.32%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
124
1.34%
African
94
1.02%
Total population: 9,261

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,341
32.34%
Owns outright
1,152
27.79%
Other social rented
966
23.3%
Private landlord or letting agency
411
9.91%
Social rents from council
149
3.59%
Total households: 4,146

Property prices in Ingol & Cottam

Based on 147 recent sales, the median property price is £230,000 in Ingol & Cottam area, with individual transactions ranging from £40,000 up to £850,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Ingol & Cottam 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 Ingol & Cottam over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached63£292,000
Flats10£67,750
Semi-Detached42£182,750
Terraced32£130,000

10 years median price trend in Ingol & Cottam

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Ingol & Cottam.

All postcodes in Ingol & Cottam

PR40GD

Lea & Marina

PR40LR

Lappet Grove

PR40QY

Lea & Marina

PR23EZ

Cottam Avenue

PR23XL

Barry Avenue

PR27AA

Tag Lane

PR27AB

Tag Lane

PR40GX

Lea & Marina

PR40GB

Lea & Marina

PR40NF

Cottam Hall Lane

PR40WA

Dacre Way

PR23PN

Whitby Avenue

PR40NR

Avon Gardens

PR40WL

Bampton Drive

PR23YR

Eastbourne Close

PR40NT

The Chase

PR40PB

Swallowfields

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.