Leatherland Drive
Chorley, Lancashire, England
Reality check: At £344,950, this is a premium entry point. Strong 21% growth over 5 years supports the investment case.
Who Is This Street For?
Scored by profile based on what matters most to each group.
Strong case: liquid market (score 90), 21% 5-year growth.
Schools and safety are acceptable, but the dense urban environment (7/100) is not family-friendly. Noise, pollution, or lack of green space are concerns.
How this is calculated
Safety 30%, Schools 30%, Environment 20%, Amenities 10%, Energy 10%
Limited connectivity (transport 40, walkability 45). May not suit a commuting lifestyle.
How this is calculated
Transport 35%, Walkability 30%, Amenities 25%, Market 10%
Strong case: liquid market (score 90), 21% 5-year growth.
How this is calculated
Liquidity 35%, Market 35%, Price trend bonus up to +30
Safe area, but environment (7/100) — noise, density, or air quality — is not suited to a quiet retirement.
How this is calculated
Safety 25%, Environment 25%, Amenities 20%, Energy 15%, Walkability 15%
Price (£344,950) and connectivity (transport 40) both limit appeal for first-time buyers.
How this is calculated
Affordability 40%, Transport 25%, Amenities 20%, Safety 15%
Things You Should Know
Prices grew 21% over 5 years, but environment scores only 7/100. Growth may not be sustainable without local improvements.
How Life Works Here
Leatherland Drive is located in Chorley, near Whittle-le-Woods, Lancashire. Crime is around average for the area, with 148 incidents in the past year. The most commonly reported category is anti-social behaviour. Some amenities are available nearby, though a car may be useful for regular errands like grocery shopping. The nearest transport stop is 379m away (bus). Rail links may require a connecting journey. The median property price is £344,950, with strong growth of 21% over five years. Based on 41 transactions recorded since 2014. The market is highly active with frequent sales. The local area has a moderate population. There are 3 schools within 2 km, 3 rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. Both primary and secondary options are available locally. The surrounding environment — limited green space and high density — may not suit families seeking a quieter setting. This street may particularly suit property investors. Market indicators suggest an upward trend. Overall, this street scores 48 out of 100 for liveability.
Score Breakdown
Each dimension scored 0-100 from open government data. Source listed under each bar.
police.uk crime data (12-month rolling), LSOA-level area, not street-level
OpenStreetMap amenities within 2km
DfT NaPTAN + TfL stops
DEFRA noise & air quality, OS green space
HM Land Registry price paid data
GIAS schools + Ofsted ratings
OSM footpath density + connectivity
EPC Register — awaiting public API access
Environment Agency flood zones
Property Market
Detached | Freehold | Market: hot
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Open Government Licence v3.0)
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Public Services Nearby
Public facilities within walking distance from Leatherland Drive, with detailed information for each.
gyms & sports centres (3)
- David Lloyd Clubs 674m · 8 min walk
- Euxton Park Golf Centre 1579m · 20 min walk
- All Seasons Leisure Centre 1991m · 25 min walk
parks & green spaces (5)
- QEII Diamond Jubilee 1111m · 14 min walk
- Buckshaw Community Pond 1502m · 19 min walk
- Maltby Square 1572m · 20 min walk
- Broadfields Pond 1673m · 21 min walk
- Harpers Lane Recreation Ground 1931m · 24 min walk
schools (5)
- St Chad's Catholic Primary School 1236m · 16 min walk
- St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Chorley 1729m · 22 min walk
- St Michael's Church of England High School 1856m · 23 min walk
- Trinity Church of England/Methodist Primary School, Buckshaw Village 1887m · 24 min walk
- St Peter's CofE Primary School Chorley 1924m · 24 min walk
Transport Links
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Data Transparency
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- OS Open Roads — Crown copyright and database right
- HM Land Registry Price Paid Data — Crown copyright
- police.uk crime data — Open Government Licence v3.0
- OpenStreetMap — ODbL licence
- DfT NaPTAN — Open Government Licence v3.0
- GIAS schools data — Crown copyright
- Environment Agency flood data — OGL v3.0
- DEFRA noise and air quality — OGL v3.0
- ONS Census 2021 — Open Government Licence v3.0
All scores are computed from publicly available government and open data. No proprietary data is used. Scores reflect statistical patterns, not guarantees.
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