BB12 0DB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Cromwell Street, 0.4km from Stoneyholme in Burnley. Administratively it sits within Daneshouse with Stoneyholme ward and the Burnley constituency.
For families considering a move, BB12 0DB represents many residents of this subgroup are born in eu countries, but uk-born members are also more common than elsewhere in the group. many residents identify with the pakistani ethnic group. residents are more likely than members of other subgroups to reside in properties that are not flats, to declare no religious affiliation and to identify as being of mixed or multiple ethnicities. the members of the subgroup are educated to lower levels than the group average. Outside of residential hours, urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. At 32 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Burnley.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £72k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 61.2% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for BB12 0DB are sourced from Output Area E00126269 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CROMWELL STREET, BB12 0DB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CROMWELL STREET, BB12 0DB.
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£ 28,900 /yr
30%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BB12 0DB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
96% of BB12 0DB's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area. Property prices are trending down 61.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BB12 0DB. The average age is 31.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 80,000
2 sales · Mean £ 80,000
Terraced
£ 49,250
14 sales · Mean £ 61,746
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BB12 0DB has low crime rates — 48 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Stoneyholme Nursery School
The Heights Burnley
Burnley Stoneyholme Community Primary School
Burnley St Peter's Church of England Primary School
Wellfield Methodist and Anglican Church School
St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
Blessed Trinity Roman Catholic College, A Voluntary Academy
Reedley Hallows Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
65 nearby- Lancashire Halal Meat Centre0.8 km
- Martha's Kitchen0.8 km
- River Island Clothing Co.0.9 km
- Sportsdirect.com0.6 km
- Choudrey Grocers0.2 km
- + 60 more
Pub, NightClub
18 nearby- Penny Black1.0 km
- The New Brew-M1.0 km
- Illuminati1.0 km
- The Kestrel Suite & Kokos0.9 km
- Bridge Inn Bier Huis0.9 km
- + 13 more
Restaurant, Cafe
47 nearby- Continentals1.0 km
- Masserella's Cafe0.8 km
- Sandygate Sports Lounge0.9 km
- St Jamess Coffee House0.9 km
- Aldo Due0.7 km
- + 42 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Sainsbury's Burnley0.6 km
- Marks & Spencer0.9 km
- Asda0.4 km
- Aldi Stores Ltd0.6 km
- Iceland Foods Ltd1.0 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
39 nearby- Delight In Sight1.0 km
- Enzos Pizza Takeaway Ltd0.9 km
- Padrinos Pizza0.9 km
- Italian Summers Ltd T/A Pronto Pizza0.9 km
- K2 Fast Food0.9 km
- + 34 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Holiday Inn Express0.8 km
- Ormerod Hotel1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Burnley Central0.4 km
- Burnley1.0 km
- Burnley Barracks1.0 km
Bus Stops
- Oswald Street0.1 km
- Oswald Street0.1 km
- Kent Street0.2 km
- Kent Street0.2 km
- Granville Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BB120DB · Data under Open Government Licence