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Preston Rural East

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About

Preston Rural East is a ward located in the northeastern part of Preston, Lancashire. It covers a mix of farmland, open countryside, and small settlements, offering a quieter alternative to the city centre. The area includes villages like Grimsargh and Goosnargh, which retain a traditional rural character. The ward is bordered by the M6 motorway, providing easy access to nearby towns and cities.

The landscape features rolling fields, hedgerows, and scattered woodlands, typical of the Lancashire countryside. Local amenities include village pubs, primary schools, and community centres, serving the needs of residents. The ward is also home to several historic buildings, such as St Mary's Church in Goosnargh. While largely rural, Preston Rural East benefits from its proximity to urban facilities in Preston, balancing countryside living with convenience.

Area overview

On average Preston Rural East has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 99 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Preston Rural East is £52,352 per year. There are 3 schools in Preston Rural East: 2 primary (2 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
99
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
3.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Preston Rural East Population
8,650
Population density
274.5 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,705
89.1%
Indian
343
3.97%
Other White
111
1.28%
Pakistani
106
1.23%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
56
0.65%
Total population: 8,648

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,464
43.85%
Owns with a mortgage
1,344
40.25%
Private landlord or letting agency
286
8.57%
Other social rented
125
3.74%
Other forms of private rent
55
1.65%
Total households: 3,339

Property prices in Preston Rural East

Based on 193 recent sales, the median property price is £284,995 in Preston Rural East area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,500 up to £620,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Preston Rural East 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 Preston Rural East over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached100£364,973
Flats4£92,500
Semi-Detached67£230,850
Terraced22£175,000

10 years median price trend in Preston Rural East

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Preston Rural East.

All postcodes in Preston Rural East

PR35EX

Broughton & Wychnor

PR35NJ

Eider Avenue

PR25DU

Grimsargh & Goosnargh

PR25HW

Grimsargh & Goosnargh

PR25JD

Alexander Place

PR29BP

Broughton & Wychnor

PR32JA

Green Nook Lane

PR32AQ

The Square

PR32AY

Blossom Court

PR35DL

James Towers Way

PR35NE

Broughton & Wychnor

PR35JH

Arnside Road

PR25DN

Grimsargh & Goosnargh

PR25LH

Dixons Lane

PR25TX

Moss Nook Drive

PR29BE

Shearwater Drive

PR32BZ

Cummins Drive

PR32FZ

Bleasdale Road

PR35JR

Ashford Crescent

PR25EA

Grimsargh & Goosnargh

PR25AQ

Longridge Road

PR25JB

Carbis Avenue

PR25SD

Preston Road

PR25SR

Haighton Green Lane

PR32BX

Highgate

PR32DH

Grimsargh & Goosnargh

PR35NB

Broughton & Wychnor

PR25JP

Preston Road

PR25DH

Combine Road

PR25JX

Nook Glade

PR25LD

Tunbrook Avenue

PR25QT

Bowland View

PR25RL

Preston Road

PR29BG

Broughton & Wychnor

PR29BL

Broughton & Wychnor

PR32BF

Keepers Chase

PR32DJ

Grimsargh & Goosnargh

PR32LS

Grimsargh & Goosnargh

PR35BE

Chaffinch Manor

PR35DF

Grimsargh & Goosnargh

PR35EQ

Woodplumpton Lane

PR25SN

Brabiner Lane

PR32JF

Tattersall Road

PR29AT

Harrier Way

PR32DD

The Ridings

PR32JW

West Lodge Road

PR35DB

James Towers Way

PR35JS

Parkstone Road

PR25TY

Grimsargh & Goosnargh

PR25HZ

Ploughmans Court

PR25TU

Bulrush Road

PR32AW

Mosses Farm Road

PR32BY

Beacon Drive

PR32JH

Brabiner Lane

PR32LR

Cameron Avenue

PR35DH

James Towers Way

PR35EH

James Towers Way

PR35LA

Broadfield

PR35LD

D'urton Lane

PR35LQ

Wentworth Drive

PR25HY

Oban Court

PR25LT

Billington Court

PR25ST

Fernyhalgh Lane

PR29SW

Mericourt Road

PR32EY

Acreage Close

PR35FE

Broughton & Wychnor

PR35LB

Broadfield

PR35FZ

Broughton & Wychnor

PR25DL

Grimsargh & Goosnargh

PR25LN

Dixons Lane

PR25LP

Maple Grove

PR25UA

Grimsargh & Goosnargh

PR32AR

Bleasdale Road

PR32DB

Horns Lane

PR32JN

Langley Lane

PR35EY

D'urton Lane

PR25JT

Preston Road

PR29AX

Shearwater Drive

PR32BH

Church Lane

PR32BW

Halfpenny Lane

PR32JR

St Johns Drive

PR35JJ

Downing Court

PR32RX

Grimsargh & Goosnargh

PR25DQ

Grimsargh & Goosnargh

PR25DR

Grimsargh & Goosnargh

PR29BD

Shearwater Drive

PR35FG

Broughton & Wychnor

PR32AF

Blossom Court

PR32AN

Back Lane

PR35JT

Mere Close

PR32BQ

Green Acre

PR35EN

Broughton & Wychnor

PR35ND

Broughton & Wychnor

PR25LJ

Cedar Close

PR29BN

Teal Avenue

PR32JB

Brabiner Lane

PR32AX

Whittingham Lane

PR32BT

The Croft

PR32DS

The Stables

PR32EH

Camforth Hall Lane

Data Sources

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