preston PR1 Postcodes
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Preston (PR1)
The PR1 postcode area is located in the Preston postcode town region, within the county of Lancashire, and contains a total of 2837 individual postcodes.
There are 18 electoral wards in the PR1 postcode area, including Chorley, Leyland, Preston, Southport which come under the local authority of the South Ribble Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 18% of people in PR1 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of PR1 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The PR1 postcode is an area in the city of Preston in Lancashire, England. It covers the centre of the city and its main landmarks; namely, Fishergate, the Guild Hall, the Harris Museum, Deepdale Stadium, the Miller Arcade, Preston North End F.C. and the University of Central Lancashire.
Fishergate is one of the oldest roads in Preston, lined with independent boutique stores, bars and restaurants. The Guild Hall is a Grade II listed building that was completed in 1932 and holds conferences, receptions, and weddings. The Harris Museum is a free-to-enter gallery and museum featuring interactive displays and collections that show the rich history of Preston and the region.
Deepdale Stadium, home to Preston North End Football Club, is the oldest continually-used football grounds in the world, having been opened in 1875. The Miller Arcade is Preston's oldest Victorian shopping centre and is located just off Fishergate.
Lastly, the University of Central Lancashire is the largest university in the area and was founded in 1828 as the Institution for the Diffusion of Knowledge. It is a popular choice among international students and in recent years has grown to become one of the best universities in the North West.
The PR1 postcode also offers amenities such as supermarkets, cafes, banks, restaurants, and parks and is home to several churches. It is well connected with the local transport network, including regular rail and bus services to other towns and cities. As Preston is located less than an hour away from Manchester and Liverpool, it is easy to get to the larger cities from PR1.
Demographics
Lancashire
PR1 is located in the county of Lancashire, in England.
Lancashire has a total population of 1,485,000, making it the 8th largest county in the UK.
Lancashire has a total area of 1187 square miles, and a population density of 482 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | PR1 |
| Postal Town | Preston |
| MSOA Name | South Ribble 001 |
| LSOA Name | South Ribble 001D |
| County | Lancashire |
| Region | Lancashire |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | South Ribble |
| Area Classification | Urban with City and Town |
PR1 Electoral Wards
The postal region of PR1, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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VR, preston
Monday, May 13, 2019
I like the place as it is very near to Uni and Spar supermarket.
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 18% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.