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St Matthew's ward is located in the southern part of Preston, Lancashire. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of terraced and semi-detached housing. It is bordered by Fishwick to the east and Fulwood to the west, providing easy access to both urban and suburban areas. The ward includes several local amenities, such as shops, schools, and parks, catering to the needs of its residents.

Public transport links connect St Matthew's to Preston city centre and surrounding areas. The ward has a community-focused atmosphere, with local events and initiatives often taking place. Green spaces like Fishwick Recreation Ground offer outdoor leisure opportunities. The area is known for its practical convenience rather than tourist attractions, making it a functional part of Preston's residential landscape.

Area overview

On average St Matthew's has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 181 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 32.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in St Matthew's is £31,365 per year. There are 6 schools in St Matthew's: 5 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

10/10

Crimes per 1k residents

181

Deprivation level

10/10

Income level

2/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

St Matthew's Population

10,782

Population density

7,448.2 per km²

Demographics

British

4,634

42.99%

Indian

1,765

16.37%

Pakistani

1,665

15.45%

Other White

1,289

11.96%

Other

243

2.25%

Total population: 10,780

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

1,224

29.21%

Other social rented

1,165

27.8%

Owns outright

755

18.02%

Owns with a mortgage

620

14.8%

Social rents from council

268

6.4%

Total households: 4,190

Property prices in St Matthew's

Based on 77 recent sales, the median property price is £104,000 in St Matthew's area, with individual transactions ranging from £36,000 up to £148,500.

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 St Matthew's over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Flats	4	£63,000	£37,350	£42,750	£88,375	£106,075
Semi-Detached	6	£115,150	£70,250	£103,250	£127,575	£143,875
Terraced	67	£104,000	£75,000	£89,500	£119,500	£133,800

10 years median price trend in St Matthew's

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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