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17,164
Population
5,518
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£48,388
Avg. household income
634
Businesses
506
People per km²
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About Farington

Farington is a village located in Lancashire, England, within the PR26 postcode area. It lies just south of the River Lostock and is part of the larger borough of South Ribble. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of modern housing and older properties. Local amenities include a few shops, a primary school, and several parks that provide space for outdoor activities.

Transport links in Farington are convenient, with access to the nearby M6 motorway and a railway station in the vicinity, making it easy to reach larger towns and cities. The village is close to Leyland, which offers additional shopping and leisure facilities. Farington also has a number of community events throughout the year, fostering a sense of local engagement among residents.

School Ratings in Farington

There are 160 schools in and around Farington. Trinity and St Michael's VA CofE/Methodist Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Farington

The average property price is £272K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £326K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Farington

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is prevalent across Farington, with 20 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Farington

Farington sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Farington

There are 33 GP surgeries within three miles of Farington, the nearest being St Catherine's Hospice Day Therapy (1.1 miles away).

Local Data for Farington

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Property Prices 2,377 sales

Average Price £272K
£650 , £7.58M
Detached £326K 960
Semi £204K 792
Terraced £175K 488
Flat £170K 42

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

94 Primary
22 Secondary
44 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 4

Ofsted ratings for schools in the PR26 postcode area.

Farington Moss St. Paul's C.E. Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Lostock Hall Children's Centre 1 miles The Ribble Autism School Not applicable Good 1 miles Our Lady and St Gerard's Roman Catholic Primary School, Lostock Hall Primary 1.1 miles Applebee Wood School Not applicable 1.1 miles Golden Hill Pupil Referral Unit Not applicable Outstanding 1.2 miles Farington Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Lostock Hall Community Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles Northbrook Primary Academy Primary Requires Improvement 1.3 miles Lever House Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles Leyland St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles Wellfield Children's Centre Outstanding 1.4 miles

Household Income in Farington ONS 2023

The average total household income in Farington is approximately £48,388 a year before tax, 13% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £36,950. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Farington £48,388
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £36,950.

Businesses in Farington ONS 2025

There are approximately 634 active businesses based in Farington, around 37 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 86% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 15 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

634 Total businesses
37 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 86%
Small, 10-49 11%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Farington IMD 2025

Farington sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
5/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
7/10
Children 0-15 16%
Working age 65%
Older 65+ 19%
2,807 Children (0-15) 16%
11,142 Working Age 65%
3,216 Older (65+) 19%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 22.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.2% 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 Farington 195 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Farington sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

Violence & Sexual Offences 99
Criminal Damage & Arson 20
Other Theft 14
Anti-Social Behaviour 13
Public Order 10
Burglary 8
Vehicle Crime 8
Drugs 7
Other Crime 7
Weapons 5
Shoplifting 3
Bicycle Theft 1
Local Policing
Lancashire Farington West 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

Lostock Hall Train Station 0.9 miles
Leyland Train Station 1.4 miles
Bamber Bridge Train Station 2 miles
Preston (Lancs) Train Station 2.8 miles
Euxton Balshaw Lane Train Station 3.4 miles
Croston Train Station 4.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Farington Moss 0.6 miles Tardy Gate 0.6 miles Farington 0.9 miles Lostock Hall 0.9 miles White Stake 0.9 miles Cuerden Green 1.2 miles Earnshaw Bridge 1.2 miles Broadfield 1.2 miles Kingsfold 1.2 miles Penwortham Lane 1.2 miles Midge Hall 1.4 miles Leyland 1.4 miles

Local Government

District South Ribble
County Lancashire
Ward Farington West
Constituency Ribble Valley
Parish Farington
Region North West

Home Ownership in Farington

Of the 6,510 households in and around Farington, 76% are owned, 15% are socially rented and 9% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 76% Social rented 15% Private rented 9%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Farington

What is the population of Farington?
Farington has a population of approximately 17,164 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Farington?
The average property in and around Farington sold for about £271,865, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 22% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Farington a deprived area?
Farington sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Farington?
Farington is covered by the PR26 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Farington?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Farington, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Farington?
The nearest railway station to Farington is Lostock Hall Train Station, about 0.9 miles away.

Streets in PR26 30 shown View all streets

Alder Close 2 Ashfields 1 Aston Way 2 Avocet Court 1 Back Drinkhouse Lane 1 Back Lane 2 Badger Road North 2 Bamfords Fold 1 Bannister Lane 1 Barn Croft 1 Barn Hey Drive 1 Birchwood 1 Bison Place 1 Bispham Avenue 1 Blaydike Moss 1 Bolton Meadow 1 Boxer Place 1 Bradshaw Close 1 Bramblewood 1 Bretherton Close 1 Brickcroft Lane 3 Brookfield 1 Brookside Close 1 Buffalo Road 1 Calderbank Close 1 Carr House Lane 1 Carvers Brow 1 Castle Walks 1 Centurion Way 1 Cheetham Meadow 3

Postcodes in PR26 50 shown View all postcodes

PR26 6AA PR26 6AB PR26 6AD PR26 6AE PR26 6AF PR26 6AG PR26 6AH PR26 6AL PR26 6AN PR26 6AP PR26 6AQ PR26 6AR PR26 6AS PR26 6AT PR26 6AU PR26 6AW PR26 6AX PR26 6AY PR26 6AZ PR26 6BA PR26 6BB PR26 6BD PR26 6BE PR26 6BH PR26 6BX PR26 6LZ PR26 6PA PR26 6PD PR26 6PE PR26 6PJ PR26 6PL PR26 6PN PR26 6PP PR26 6PQ PR26 6PR PR26 6PS PR26 6PT PR26 6PU PR26 6PW PR26 6PX PR26 6PY PR26 6PZ PR26 6QA PR26 6QB PR26 6QD PR26 6QE PR26 6QF PR26 6QG PR26 6QH PR26 6QJ