preston PR26 Postcodes
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Preston (PR26)
The PR26 postcode area is located in the Preston postcode town region, within the county of Lancashire, and contains a total of 334 individual postcodes.
There are 32 electoral wards in the PR26 postcode area, including Chorley, Leyland, Preston, Southport which come under the local authority of the South Ribble Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 23% of people in PR26 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 PR26 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The PR26 postcode is in the district of Preston, Lancashire, England. It covers the areas of Churchtown, Hesketh Bank, Holmes, Mawdesley, Skelmersdale, Southport, Tarleton, Ulnes Walton, and Whittle Le Woods.
Churchtown is a small village within the civil parish of North Meols, and is 1.5 miles south of Southport. Throughout the years, Churchtown has long been known for its shops and restaurants.
Hesketh Bank is a small former coal-mining village which is 4 miles north of Southport. It consists of rural landscapes, and is well noted for its farming activity.
Holmes is a small village mainly noted for its residential properties, and is situated in the borough of West Lancashire.
Mawdesley is a small village located within the West Lancashire district of Lancashire. It is 5 miles from Southport and is well known for its tranquil atmosphere and rural landscapes.
Skelmersdale is a town within the West Lancashire District, and is 8 miles north of Southport. It has a long traditional for being the industrial hub of Lancashire, and is well known for its coal-mining and paper-manufacturing industries.
Southport is the second largest town within the PR26 postcode area and is well known for its seaside resorts. It also hosts a variety of luxury hotels, restaurants and shopping venues, and is a popular destination for tourists.
Tarleton is a village located 3 miles south of Southport, and is home to the 500-year old Bank Hall. It is a traditional rural village whose economy is strongly based on agriculture.
Ulnes Walton is a small village located within the borough of West Lancashire. It is 4 miles north of Southport and is well known for its rural beauty, fishing meadows and its fields of rape-seed farmers.
Whittle le Woods is a small village located 6 miles north of Southport. It is well known for its old-fashioned rural atmosphere and quiet lifestyle.
The PR26 postcode is broken into various parts including Southport, Skelmersdale, Churchtown, Tarleton, Hesketh Bank, Mawdesley, Ulnes Walton and Whittle Le Woods. It is located in a rural and picturesque setting and is well known for its interesting history and traditions. With the presence of residential properties, tourists attractions, shopping venues and the beauty and charm of its rural landscape, the PR26 postcode is a great place for both work and play.
Demographics
Lancashire
PR26 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 | PR26 |
| Postal Town | Preston |
| MSOA Name | South Ribble 012 |
| LSOA Name | South Ribble 012D |
| County | Lancashire |
| Region | Lancashire |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | South Ribble |
| Area Classification | Urban with City and Town |
PR26 Electoral Wards
The postal region of PR26, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Chris H
Sunday, April 7, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 23% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.