Postcode Analysis Burnley, North West

WIDOW HILL ROAD, BB10 2BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WIDOW HILL ROAD, BB10 2BQ.

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Population

356

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 39,500 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: BB10 2BQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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9/10
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8/10
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2/10
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5/10
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2/10
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6/10
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5/10
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1/10
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Area Character

BB10 2BQ is an established family neighbourhood — 59% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BB10 2BQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Widow Hill Road, 0.5km from Walshaw in Burnley. Administratively it sits within Lanehead ward and the Burnley constituency.

For families considering a move, BB10 2BQ represents a striving suburban area — non-UK born households working to get ahead. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 39% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Burnley.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BB10 2BQ are sourced from Output Area E00126335 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BB10 2BQ. The average age is 36.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British60.8%
Asian / British Asian37.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

BB10 2BQ has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour22
Violence and sexual offences22
Vehicle crime6
Criminal damage and arson5
Burglary4

school Local Schools

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Ridgewood Community High School

Good163 pupils0.3 km
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Sir John Thursby Community College

Good1120 pupils0.3 km
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St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School

Good275 pupils0.4 km
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Basnett Street Nursery School

Outstanding94 pupils0.7 km
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Casterton Primary Academy

Good307 pupils0.9 km
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St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

Good211 pupils0.9 km
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Heasandford Primary School

Good619 pupils1.0 km
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Briercliffe Primary School

Good351 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

16 nearby
  • Focus Off Licence0.6 km
  • Heasandford Grocery1.0 km
  • Supersave Mini-Market0.7 km
  • Village Pharmacy1.0 km
  • Welcome News0.6 km
  • + 11 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • St Andrews Cricket & Bowling Club0.6 km
  • Baltic Fleet Inn1.0 km
  • Commercial Inn0.9 km
  • Craven Heifer0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Ennismore Community Centre0.6 km
  • Graysons Restaurants0.5 km
  • Coveris Staff Canteen0.9 km
  • Sharif's Restaurant1.0 km
  • Craves Desserts0.6 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • Iceland Foods Ltd0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Briercliffe Chippy0.9 km
  • Dallas Chicken/ Gio's Chicken0.9 km
  • Saminos0.8 km
  • A J's Kitchen0.9 km
  • Happy House1.0 km
  • + 7 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Burnley Central2.3 km
  • Brierfield2.5 km
  • Burnley2.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Boohoo0.1 km
  • Sir John Thursby Coll0.4 km
  • Widow Hill Road0.4 km
  • Widowhill Road0.4 km
  • Thursby Road0.5 km