Deepdale, Preston facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Deepdale |
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| Population | 6,103 (2011) |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| EU Parliament | North West England |
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Deepdale is a special area, or "ward," in Preston, Lancashire, England. It's like a neighborhood with its own local representatives. In 2011, about 6,103 people lived here.
Deepdale is famous for being home to the Deepdale football stadium, where the Preston North End team plays. It's mostly a city area with many terraced houses. Deepdale is also known for having one of the biggest South Asian communities in Preston.
This area is next to Moor Park. You can find several mosques in Deepdale. There was once a Deepdale railway station here too.
About Deepdale
What is a Ward?
A "ward" is a local area used for elections. People in Deepdale vote for two members to represent them on the Preston City Council. These members help make decisions for the city. Deepdale is also part of a larger area called Preston Central North for the Lancashire County Council.
People and Culture
Deepdale is a vibrant place with a diverse population. In 2011, there were 6,103 people living in the ward. The area has a rich mix of cultures and backgrounds.
Here's a look at the different groups living in Deepdale in 2011:
| Deepdale 2011 Statistics | Percentage | Number of People |
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| White British | 32.4% | 1983 |
| White Other | 4.3% | 263 |
| Asian | 57.4% | 3502 |
| Black | 1.3% | 82 |
A large part of Deepdale's Asian population comes from India. There are also many people from Eastern Europe and Pakistan living here. In 2001, about 44% of people in Deepdale were Muslim, and 38% were Christian. This shows the wide range of beliefs in the community.
Where is Deepdale?
Deepdale is located in the north-east part of Preston, just outside the city centre. It mainly follows Deepdale Road, which runs from HMP Preston to Watling Street Road. The area includes both terraced and detached houses.
Many local bus services use the roads in Deepdale. The ward also includes the Holme Slack estate and the Deepdale Retail Park, which has many shops.
