Official figures from the UK Government show infection rates in the North West increased by 20% between August 31 and September 7, with positive infection rates per 100,000 people starting at 316.8 and then rising to 380.2.
Meanwhile in Preston, two neighbourhoods saw cases rise by more than 300% during the same period, with five areas seeing cases fall.
As the UK’s chief medical officers recommend vaccinating children aged 12 to 15, we can reveal where Covid cases have surged most since children returned to school in Preston.
9. Longsands
The case rate in Longsands has risen by 10%, from 317.6 to 347.8 between 31 August and 7 September.
10. Brookfield and Holme Slack
The case rate in Brookfield and Holme Slack has risen by 8%, from 245.8 to 265.4 between 31 August and 7 September.
11. City Centre
The case rate in Preston City Centre has risen by 7%, from 275.1 to 293.5 between 31 August and 7 September.
12. St Matthew’s
The case rate in St Matthew’s has risen by 3%, from 368.1 to 379.6 between 31 August and 7 September.