BB12 0TD is a safe, established residential area on Scafell Close, 1.2km from Woodbine Road in Burnley. Administratively it sits within Whittlefield with Ightenhill ward and the Burnley constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BB12, BB12 0TD offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 98% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £375k.
Census 2021 statistics for BB12 0TD are sourced from Output Area E00126452 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SCAFELL CLOSE, BB12 0TD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SCAFELL CLOSE, BB12 0TD.
325
48
£ 42,300 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BB12 0TD is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates BB12 0TD — age 48, 98% ownership, 0% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BB12 0TD. The average age is 47.9. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 375,000
1 sales · Mean £ 375,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BB12 0TD has low crime rates — 21 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.
school Local Schools
St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
Wellfield Methodist and Anglican Church School
Burnley Ightenhill Primary School
Ightenhill Nursery School
Whittlefield Primary School
Rosegrove Nursery School
St Augustine of Canterbury RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
Burnley Lowerhouse Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Spend N Save0.9 km
- Cohens Chemist0.9 km
- Edwards Family Butchers0.8 km
- Best One Singh Store0.9 km
- Spar0.8 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Ighten Mount Bowling Club0.8 km
- Ighten Leigh Social Club0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- JJ`s At The Dugdale0.9 km
- Francescos In Burnley0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- The Pepper Pot0.8 km
- W.H. Oddie Ltd0.9 km
- New Chicken N Shakes0.9 km
- Ightenhill Fish Bar0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Burnley Barracks1.5 km
- Rose Grove1.8 km
- Burnley Central2.0 km
Bus Stops
- Dovedale Drive0.3 km
- Dovedale Drive0.3 km
- Castlerigg Drive0.4 km
- Castlerigg Drive0.4 km
- Westwood Road0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: BB120TD · Data under Open Government Licence