Welcome to Garstang
CLICK FOR 2021 CENSUS DATAIntroduction
Garstang is an ancient market town in mid-Lancashire in the north-west of England. The town’s history stretches as far back as the Domesday book and beyond when it was spelt “Cherestanc”. For centuries Garstang, situated between the much larger communities of Preston and Lancaster, has been the hub of the wider agricultural community. A market with a heritage dating back to the Stuart period and earlier continues to be held every Thursday.
Parish Information
Parish statistics
Area |
203 hectares |
|---|---|
Population |
4,120 (2021) |
Density |
2,025 people/km2 |
Mean age |
49.6 |
Ward |
Garstang |
District |
Wyre |
Postcodes |
PR3 |
ONS ID |
E04005327 |
Council
Contact details for Garstang Parish Council, including current councillors, precept data and election results.
Education
View educational establishments in Garstang Parish. Data includes OFSTED rating and current appointed governors.
Business
Business directory listing local businesses operating within Garstang Parish.
Planning
View recent planning applications submitted for Garstang Parish.
Property
Price paid data for all property sold in Garstang Parish since 2018. Includes average prices for each property type.
Heritage
Local heritage sites, historic churches, heritage pubs plus local heritage initiatives for Garstang Parish.
Local News
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Have your say on proposed regeneration projects in Garstang – Wyre Council
Published: 27th Feb 2024
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Latest planning applications from Garstang, Poulton-le-Fylde, Fleetwood & Thornton Cleveleys
Published: 28th Mar 2024
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Garstang residents' chance to have say on regeneration projects in high street and Cherestanc Square
Published: 1st Mar 2024