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Charnock Richard built-up area

Built-up area0.8 km² (0.3 sq mi)

Location in LancashireCharnock Richard sits where the marker shows within the county.

62,160
Population
23,826
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£48,860
Avg. household income
2,493
Businesses
856
People per km²
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About Charnock Richard

Charnock Richard is a 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 part of the wider urban area that includes the nearby settlements of Charnock Richard and Chorley, with a mix of residential housing and open countryside. The area has a rural character, with fields and hedgerows typical of the Lancashire landscape. It is well connected by road, with the A580 and M61 motorway providing access to nearby towns and cities. The village has a community focus, with local amenities including a church, a primary school, and a few small shops. It is a quiet place with a strong sense of local identity, offering a peaceful environment for residents.

School Ratings in Charnock Richard

Families in Charnock Richard have access to 103 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 Charnock Richard

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 Charnock Richard

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Charnock Richard, with 85 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Charnock Richard

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Charnock Richard 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 Charnock Richard

There are 13 GP surgeries within three miles of Charnock Richard, the nearest being Coppull Medical Practice (1.1 miles away).

Local Data for Charnock Richard

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Property Prices 10,454 sales

Average Price £226K
£115 , £36.2M
Detached £324K 2,808
Semi £188K 3,213
Terraced £138K 2,829
Flat £106K 1,080

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

65 Primary
12 Secondary
26 Other
Outstanding 6
Good 22
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the PR7 postcode area.

Christ Church Charnock Richard CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Coppull Children's Centre Good 0.8 miles Coppull Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 0.8 miles Coppull Parish Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1 miles St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Coppull Primary 1 miles Southlands High School Secondary Requires Improvement 1.1 miles Heskin Pemberton's Church of England VA Primary School Primary 1.3 miles Gillibrand Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Chorley All Saints Church of England Primary School and Nursery Unit Primary Good 1.5 miles St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, Chorley Primary Good 1.5 miles St Mary's Catholic Primary School and Nursery, Chorley Primary 1.6 miles Coppull St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles

Household Income in Charnock Richard ONS 2023

The average total household income in Charnock Richard 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.

Charnock Richard £48,860
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £36,118.

Businesses in Charnock Richard ONS 2025

There are approximately 2,493 active businesses based in Charnock Richard, 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.

2,493 Total businesses
40 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 88%
Small, 10-49 10%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Charnock Richard IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Charnock Richard 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.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
7/10
Health
5/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 19%
Working age 61%
Older 65+ 20%
11,909 Children (0-15) 19%
37,911 Working Age 61%
12,326 Older (65+) 20%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 25% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.8% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Charnock Richard 466 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Charnock Richard 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 208
Anti-Social Behaviour 85
Public Order 35
Criminal Damage & Arson 27
Other Theft 24
Shoplifting 22
Burglary 15
Drugs 14
Weapons 14
Vehicle Crime 10
Other Crime 7
Bicycle Theft 3
Theft from Person 2
Local Policing
Lancashire Eccleston, Heskin & Charnock Richard Visit force website →
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Chorley Train Station 2.3 miles
Euxton Balshaw Lane Train Station 2.6 miles
Adlington (Lancashire) Train Station 3.2 miles
Appley Bridge Train Station 4.2 miles
Leyland Train Station 4.5 miles
Croston Train Station 4.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Charnock Green 0.6 miles Coppull 0.9 miles Heskin Green 1.2 miles Birkacre 1.2 miles Bolton Green 1.2 miles Pincock 1.2 miles Wrightington Bar 1.8 miles Euxton 1.9 miles Coppull Moor 1.9 miles Weld Bank 2 miles Chorley 2.2 miles Mossy Lea 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Chorley
County Lancashire
Ward Chorley North West
Constituency Chorley
Parish Chorley, unparished area
Region North West

Home Ownership in Charnock Richard

Of the 26,862 households in and around Charnock Richard, 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%.

Owned 72% Social rented 13% Private rented 15%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Charnock Richard.

Frequently Asked Questions about Charnock Richard

What is the population of Charnock Richard?
Charnock Richard has a population of approximately 62,160 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Charnock Richard?
The average property in and around Charnock Richard sold for about £225,672, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 35% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Charnock Richard a deprived area?
Charnock Richard sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Charnock Richard?
Charnock Richard is covered by the PR7 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Charnock Richard?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Charnock Richard, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Charnock Richard?
The nearest railway station to Charnock Richard is Chorley Train Station, about 2.3 miles away.

Streets in PR7 30 shown View all streets

A581 4 Abbott Court 1 Ackhurst Lodge Drive 1 Ackhurst Road 4 Ackhurst Wood Close 1 Acresfield 1 Acresfield Close 1 Acreswood Close 1 Albert Street 2 Albion Mews 1 Albion Street 1 Albion Walk 1 Alder Drive 1 Alder Grove 2 Alexander Close 1 Alker Street 1 Allerton Close 1 Alma Drive 2 Alma Wood Close 1 Almond Drive 1 Altcar Close 1 Ambleside Avenue 1 Ambrose Avenue 1 Anchor Fields 1 Anderton Crescent 2 Anderton Road 1 Anderton Street 5 Apple Tree Close 1 Arcon Road 3 Argyll Avenue 1

Postcodes in PR7 50 shown View all postcodes

PR7 1AB PR7 1AE PR7 1AF PR7 1AL PR7 1AP PR7 1AQ PR7 1AR PR7 1AY PR7 1BD PR7 1BF PR7 1BG PR7 1BH PR7 1BJ PR7 1BN PR7 1BQ PR7 1BS PR7 1BT PR7 1BU PR7 1BW PR7 1BX PR7 1BY PR7 1BZ PR7 1DA PR7 1DB PR7 1DE PR7 1DG PR7 1DH PR7 1DN PR7 1DP PR7 1DR PR7 1DU PR7 1DW PR7 1DX PR7 1DY PR7 1DZ PR7 1EA PR7 1EB PR7 1ED PR7 1EE PR7 1EF PR7 1EG PR7 1EH PR7 1EL PR7 1EN PR7 1EP PR7 1EQ PR7 1ER PR7 1ES PR7 1EU PR7 1EX