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About Seed Lee
Seed Lee is a small area located in Lancashire, England, within the PR5 postcode area. It is primarily a residential community, offering a peaceful environment for its inhabitants. The surrounding landscape features typical English countryside, with fields and greenery that provide a pleasant backdrop for local life.
The area is well-connected, with access to nearby towns and villages. Residents can enjoy local amenities, including shops and parks, which cater to everyday needs. Seed Lee is also conveniently situated for those wishing to explore the wider region of Lancashire, making it a suitable base for both living and visiting.
School Ratings in Seed Lee
There are 151 schools in and around Seed Lee. Bamber Bridge Children's Centre and Progress School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Seed Lee
The average property price is £228K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £171K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Seed Lee
Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Seed Lee, with 87 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Seed Lee
Seed Lee 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 Seed Lee
There are 19 GP surgeries within three miles of Seed Lee, the nearest being Clayton Brook Surgery (0.4 miles away).
Local Data for Seed Lee
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Property Prices 6,212 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the PR5 postcode area.
Household Income in Seed Lee ONS 2023
The average total household income in Seed Lee is approximately £47,868 a year before tax, 13% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,659. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £35,659.
Businesses in Seed Lee ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,427 active businesses based in Seed Lee, around 36 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 86% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 39 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Seed Lee IMD 2025
Seed Lee 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.
Crime in Seed Lee 392 crimes · May 2026
Seed Lee 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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Seed Lee
Of the 17,643 households in and around Seed Lee, 74% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 14% 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 Seed Lee.