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Preston Rural North

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About

Preston Rural North is a ward located in the northern part of Preston, Lancashire. It covers a mix of rural and semi-rural areas, with open farmland, green spaces, and smaller villages. The ward includes settlements like Barton, Broughton, and Goosnargh, which retain a distinct village character. The area is known for its quieter atmosphere compared to the urban centre of Preston.

The ward features a blend of residential properties, agricultural land, and local amenities such as schools, pubs, and community halls. Transport links include the A6 road, providing access to Preston city centre and surrounding areas. Preston Rural North offers a balance of countryside living with proximity to urban conveniences, making it a popular choice for those seeking a more relaxed environment.

Area overview

On average Preston Rural North has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 66 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 2.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Preston Rural North is £54,630 per year. There are 8 schools in Preston Rural North: 7 primary (1 Outstanding and 6 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
66
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
2.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Preston Rural North Population
7,092
Population density
109.5 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,350
89.55%
Indian
214
3.02%
Other White
110
1.55%
Pakistani
67
0.94%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
54
0.76%
Total population: 7,091

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,339
48.39%
Owns outright
1,059
38.27%
Private landlord or letting agency
152
5.49%
Shared ownership
100
3.61%
Other social rented
58
2.1%
Total households: 2,767

Property prices in Preston Rural North

Based on 138 recent sales, the median property price is £323,050 in Preston Rural North area, with individual transactions ranging from £62,400 up to £1,171,027.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Preston Rural North 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 North over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached93£370,000
Flats1£73,500
Semi-Detached35£208,000
Terraced9£157,184

10 years median price trend in Preston Rural North

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

All postcodes in Preston Rural North

PR40DX

Eaves Lane

PR40XT

Broughton & Wychnor

PR32EL

Horns Lane

PR32JQ

Langley Lane

PR32JS

Barton Lane

PR40PH

Moreton Road

PR40QN

Beaminster Avenue

PR40QR

Chiswell Road

PR40NA

Tag Lane

PR32LW

Grimsargh & Goosnargh

PR32EB

Ashley Lane

PR32FD

Broadith Lane

PR32NL

Beacon Fell Road

PR35AZ

Mosslea Drive

PR40QQ

Swanage Close

PR32WH

Stoney Lane

PR40HY

Benson Lane

PR40EA

Catforth Road

PR40HT

Catforth Road

PR40JR

Broughton & Wychnor

PR40LA

Daisyfields

PR40FW

Broughton & Wychnor

PR32LL

Scotch Green Lane

PR40DU

Fallow Avenue

PR40HN

Bay Horse Lane

PR40HZ

Broughton & Wychnor

PR40JN

Broughton & Wychnor

PR32LT

Grimsargh & Goosnargh

PR32LZ

Grimsargh & Goosnargh

PR35DQ

Moor Lane

PR40EW

Clydesdale Road

PR40HX

Chapel Lane

PR40YS

Broughton & Wychnor

PR40YX

Broughton & Wychnor

PR32NJ

Barns Lane

PR40HD

Crown Lane

PR40HQ

Chapel Lane

PR40RR

Bartle Lane

PR40UZ

Broughton & Wychnor

PR40SZ

Lewth Lane

Data Sources

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