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About Birkacre
Birkacre is a small village located in the county of Lancashire, in the north west of England. It lies within the PR7 postcode area and is situated near the town of Chorley. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. It is close to the M6 motorway, making it accessible for those commuting to nearby cities such as Preston and Manchester. Birkacre is surrounded by rural landscapes, with open fields and farmland forming part of the local environment. The area is quiet and peaceful, offering a relaxed pace of life. There are local amenities including a village hall and a few small shops, providing basic services to residents. The community is close-knit, with regular events and gatherings held throughout the year.
School Ratings in Birkacre
Families in Birkacre have access to 106 local schools. Duke Street Children's Centre and Duke Street Nursery School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 22 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Birkacre
Homes sell for an average of £226K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £188K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Birkacre
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Birkacre, with 57 incidents recorded in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Birkacre
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Birkacre around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.
Healthcare in Birkacre
There are 15 GP surgeries within three miles of Birkacre, the nearest being Regent House Surgery (1.2 miles away).
Local Data for Birkacre
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Property Prices 10,454 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the PR7 postcode area.
Household Income in Birkacre ONS 2023
The average total household income in Birkacre is approximately £48,860 a year before tax, 12% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £36,118. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £36,118.
Businesses in Birkacre ONS 2025
There are approximately 2,493 active businesses based in Birkacre, around 40 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 62 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Birkacre IMD 2025
Deprivation levels in Birkacre are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.
Crime in Birkacre 444 crimes · April 2026
Crime in Birkacre is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Birkacre
Of the 26,862 households in and around Birkacre, 72% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 15% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Birkacre.