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Location in LancashirePenwortham Lane sits where the marker shows within the county.

70,409
Population
29,247
Households
4 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£41,516
Avg. household income
2,549
Businesses
3,264
People per km²
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About Penwortham Lane

Penwortham Lane is located in Lancashire, England, within the PR1 postcode area. This road serves as a significant thoroughfare connecting various residential and commercial areas. It is lined with a mix of local shops, services, and amenities that cater to the needs of the community.

The lane is also well-connected to public transport options, making it accessible for both residents and visitors. Nearby, you will find parks and recreational spaces that provide opportunities for outdoor activities. The surrounding neighbourhoods offer a blend of modern and traditional architecture, reflecting the area's development over the years.

School Ratings in Penwortham Lane

Penwortham Lane is served by 160 schools. Stoneygate Children's Centre, Penwortham Girls' High School and All Hallows Catholic High School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 23 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Penwortham Lane

Property prices average £191K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £110K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Penwortham Lane

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Penwortham Lane, with 159 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Penwortham Lane

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Penwortham Lane 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.

Healthcare in Penwortham Lane

There are 42 GP surgeries within three miles of Penwortham Lane, the nearest being Kingsfold Medical Centre (0.7 miles away).

Local Data for Penwortham Lane

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Property Prices 9,195 sales

Average Price £191K
£300 , £54.4M
Detached £306K 956
Semi £185K 2,265
Terraced £110K 3,552
Flat £109K 1,585

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

97 Primary
20 Secondary
43 Other
Outstanding 7
Good 23
Requires improvement 3
Inadequate 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the PR1 postcode area.

Kingsfold Children's Centre Good 0.4 miles Kingsfold Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Applebee Wood School Not applicable 0.4 miles Our Lady and St Gerard's Roman Catholic Primary School, Lostock Hall Primary 0.5 miles The Ribble Autism School Not applicable Good 0.6 miles Penwortham Middleforth Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Penwortham Broad Oak Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Lostock Hall Children's Centre 0.8 miles St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.8 miles Lostock Hall Community Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Farington Moss St. Paul's C.E. Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Lostock Hall Academy Secondary Good 1.1 miles

Household Income in Penwortham Lane ONS 2023

The average total household income in Penwortham Lane is approximately £41,516 a year before tax, 25% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £31,401. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Penwortham Lane £41,516
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £31,401.

Businesses in Penwortham Lane ONS 2025

There are approximately 2,549 active businesses based in Penwortham Lane, around 36 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 52 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

2,549 Total businesses
36 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 88%
Small, 10-49 10%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Penwortham Lane IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Penwortham Lane 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
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
4/10
Children 0-15 19%
Working age 68%
Older 65+ 13%
13,268 Children (0-15) 19%
47,618 Working Age 68%
9,530 Older (65+) 14%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 42.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 29.4% 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 Penwortham Lane 1,082 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Penwortham Lane 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 387
Anti-Social Behaviour 159
Criminal Damage & Arson 86
Other Theft 86
Shoplifting 81
Public Order 77
Vehicle Crime 58
Drugs 43
Other Crime 24
Burglary 23
Weapons 18
Bicycle Theft 16
Robbery 16
Theft from Person 8
Local Policing
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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 0.8 miles
Preston (Lancs) Train Station 1.6 miles
Bamber Bridge Train Station 1.9 miles
Leyland Train Station 2.5 miles
Euxton Balshaw Lane Train Station 4.6 miles
Croston Train Station 5.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Kingsfold 0 yards Tardy Gate 0.6 miles Lostock Hall 0.9 miles Middleforth Green 0.9 miles White Stake 0.9 miles Lower Penwortham 1.2 miles Farington 1.2 miles Walton-le-Dale 1.4 miles Frenchwood 1.4 miles Farington Moss 1.4 miles Cuerden Green 1.8 miles Higher Penwortham 1.8 miles

Local Government

District South Ribble
County Lancashire
Ward Howick & Priory
Constituency South Ribble
Parish Penwortham
Region North West

Home Ownership in Penwortham Lane

Of the 27,815 households in and around Penwortham Lane, 53% are owned, 20% are socially rented and 27% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 53% Social rented 20% Private rented 27%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Penwortham Lane

What is the population of Penwortham Lane?
Penwortham Lane has a population of approximately 70,409 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Penwortham Lane?
The average property in and around Penwortham Lane sold for about £191,035, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 45% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Penwortham Lane a deprived area?
Penwortham Lane sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 4 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Penwortham Lane?
Penwortham Lane is covered by the PR1 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Penwortham Lane?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Penwortham Lane, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Penwortham Lane?
The nearest railway station to Penwortham Lane is Lostock Hall Train Station, about 0.8 miles away.

Streets in PR1 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Walk 1 Abbot Meadow 3 Abbotsway 1 Aberdeen Close 1 Acorn Close 2 Acregate Lane 1 Adelaide Street 1 Adelphi Place 4 Adelphi Street 1 Agnes Street 1 Albatross Street 1 Albert Road 1 Albert Terrace 1 Albyn Bank Road 1 Albyn Street East 2 Alcester Avenue 2 Alderfield 3 Aldwyn Court 1 Alexandra Street 2 Almond Close 1 Alsop Street 1 Alston Street 1 Andrew Street 4 Annis Street 1 Ansdell Street 1 Appleby Street 1 Appletree Close 1 Aqueduct Street 10 Ardee Road 1 Argyll Road 1

Postcodes in PR1 50 shown View all postcodes

PR1 0AA PR1 0AD PR1 0AE PR1 0AG PR1 0AH PR1 0AJ PR1 0AL PR1 0AN PR1 0AP PR1 0AQ PR1 0AR PR1 0AS PR1 0AT PR1 0AU PR1 0AX PR1 0AY PR1 0BA PR1 0BB PR1 0BD PR1 0BE PR1 0BH PR1 0BJ PR1 0BN PR1 0BP PR1 0BQ PR1 0DA PR1 0DQ PR1 0DR PR1 0DS PR1 0DT PR1 0DU PR1 0DX PR1 0DY PR1 0EA PR1 0EB PR1 0ED PR1 0EE PR1 0EH PR1 0EJ PR1 0EL PR1 0EN PR1 0EP PR1 0GP PR1 0HS PR1 0HT PR1 0HU PR1 0HX PR1 0HY PR1 0JA PR1 0JB