About Cow Hill

Cow Hill is located in Lancashire, England, within the PR2 postcode area. This area is primarily residential, offering a mix of housing styles that reflect the local architecture. Cow Hill is situated near the city of Preston, making it convenient for those who wish to access the amenities and services available in the city centre. The surrounding landscape features a variety of green spaces, providing opportunities for outdoor activities. Local parks and walking paths are available for residents and visitors alike. Cow Hill is also well-connected by public transport, making it easy to explore the wider region. The community is served by local shops and schools, catering to the needs of families living in the area.

School Ratings in Cow Hill

Cow Hill is served by 101 schools. Sure Start Preston East Children's Centre and Cedar Lodge School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 18 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Cow Hill

Property prices average £213K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £176K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cow Hill

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Cow Hill, with 252 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Cow Hill

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Cow Hill falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Cow Hill

Most properties in Cow Hill can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 10,938 sales

Average Price £213K
£100 — £30M
Detached £291K 2,418
Semi £176K 4,153
Terraced £123K 3,107
Flat £88K 861

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

61 Primary
13 Secondary
27 Other
Grimsargh St Michael's Church of England Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Alston Lane Catholic Primary School, Longridge Primary 1.4 miles Highfield Priory School 1.5 miles Sure Start Preston East Children's Centre Outstanding 1.6 miles Brookfield Community Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles St Maria Goretti Catholic Primary School, Preston Primary 1.6 miles Preston Grange Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles Longsands Community Primary School Primary 1.7 miles Goosnargh Oliverson's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Sure Start Ribbleton Children's Centre 2 miles Moor Nook Community Primary School Primary Good 2 miles Sir Tom Finney Community High School Good 2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Cow Hill IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Cow Hill in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
3/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
21,216 Children (0-15) 20%
67,699 Working Age 63%
24,268 Older (60+) 23%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 38.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 20.6% 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 Cow Hill 1,181 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Cow Hill is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

432 Violence & Sexual Offences
252 Anti-Social Behaviour
89 Criminal Damage & Arson
69 Other Theft
63 Public Order
63 Shoplifting
45 Vehicle Crime
44 Drugs
34 Other Crime
30 Burglary
24 Robbery
20 Weapons
11 Bicycle Theft
5 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Lancashire Preston Rural East Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Preston (Lancs) Train Station 4.2 miles
Bamber Bridge Train Station 5.5 miles
Lostock Hall Train Station 5.9 miles
Pleasington Train Station 6.7 miles
Ramsgreave And Wilpshire Train Station 7.1 miles
Salwick Train Station 7.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Grimsargh 0.6 miles Haighton Green 0.6 miles Haighton Top 1.2 miles Cumeragh Village 1.4 miles Red Scar 1.4 miles Goosnargh 1.8 miles Grange 1.9 miles Pudding Pie Nook 2 miles Brookfield 2 miles New Town 2.2 miles Holme Slack 2.2 miles Sharoe Green 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Preston
County Lancashire
Ward City Centre
Constituency Preston
Parish Preston, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in PR2 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Street 2 Abingdon Drive 1 Acacia Road 1 Acer Grove 1 Admiral Way 2 Ainsdale Drive 3 Ainslie Road 3 Albert Road 1 Aldate Grove 1 Alder Coppice 1 Aldfield Avenue 1 Aldwych Drive 3 Alert Street 2 Alexander Place 1 Alford Fold 1 Allenby Avenue 1 Allengate 2 Almond Close 1 Alvern Avenue 1 Alvern Crescent 1 Ambergate 2 Ambleside Road 1 Ansdell Grove 1 Armstrong Street 1 Arnold Close 1 Arnott Road 2 Arnside Road 1 Ash Coppice 1 Ash Grove 1 Ash Meadow 2

Postcodes in PR2 50 shown View all postcodes

PR2 0AA PR2 0AB PR2 0AE PR2 0AH PR2 0AL PR2 0AN PR2 0AP PR2 0AS PR2 0BD PR2 0BT PR2 0BU PR2 0BW PR2 0BX PR2 0BY PR2 0BZ PR2 0DA PR2 0DD PR2 0DF PR2 0DH PR2 0DL PR2 0DP PR2 0DQ PR2 0DR PR2 0DS PR2 0DT PR2 0DU PR2 0DW PR2 0DX PR2 0DY PR2 0FQ PR2 0GB PR2 0HG PR2 0HT PR2 0QX PR2 0RQ PR2 0SA PR2 0SB PR2 0SD PR2 0SE PR2 0SF PR2 0SG PR2 0SJ PR2 0SL PR2 0SN PR2 0SX PR2 0SZ PR2 0TG PR2 0TH PR2 0TN PR2 0TX