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Ingol & Cottam

About

Ingol & Cottam is a primarily residential ward in the northern part of Preston. It encompasses modern housing developments built from the late 20th century onwards, catering to families and commuters. The area includes local shopping parades, schools, and community centres that serve the neighbourhood's daily needs. Its layout is characterised by suburban streets and cul-de-sacs.

A significant feature is the presence of the former Ingol Golf Course, with much of this green space now integrated into the residential landscape. The ward is bordered by the M55 motorway, providing direct road links. Tanterton and Cottam Hall are key local landmarks within its boundaries, reflecting the area's more recent expansion alongside these older settlement names.

Area overview

On average Ingol & Cottam has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 104 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 per household in Ingol & Cottam is £46,356 per year. There are 6 schools in Ingol & Cottam: 6 primary (0 Outstanding and 6 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Ingol & Cottam is home to around 9,258 people, with a population density of about 1,492.1 per km2.

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

104

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

5/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Ingol & Cottam Population

9,258

Population density

1,492.1 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

58.87(+59%)

Anti-social behaviour

48.82(+162%)

Criminal damage and arson

13.5(+51%)

Other theft

8.1(+23%)

Public order

5.62(-44%)

North West average

Demographics

British

7,899

85.29%

Other White

459

4.96%

Indian

215

2.32%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

124

1.34%

African

1.02%

Total population: 9,261

Economics

Level 4 qualifications or above

2,465

33.14%

Level 3 (A level)

1,292

17.37%

No qualifications

1,289

17.33%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

1,055

14.18%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

699

9.4%

Total 16+ residents: 7,438

Housing

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 136 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)

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.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	59	£300,000	£244,000	£275,000	£359,125	£554,500
Flats	8	£67,750	£47,000	£63,000	£107,209	£136,317
Semi-Detached	40	£180,250	£113,750	£153,750	£230,000	£270,038
Terraced	29	£130,000	£76,700	£125,600	£161,000	£208,260

10 years median price trend in Ingol & Cottam

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.

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

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Area Profile

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Crime per 1,000 population

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Economics

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