BB18 5DT is a safe, established residential area on Essex Street, 0.3km from Ing, Long in Barnoldswick. Administratively it sits within Barnoldswick ward and the Pendle constituency.
For families considering a move, BB18 5DT represents a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 39 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £97k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 30.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BB18 5DT are sourced from Output Area E00127882 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ESSEX STREET, BB18 5DT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ESSEX STREET, BB18 5DT.
251
39
£ 37,900 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BB18 5DT falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 70% owner-occupation and average age 39, BB18 5DT has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £97k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 30.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BB18 5DT. The average age is 38.6. 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
Terraced
£ 90,000
17 sales · Mean £ 89,611
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BB18 5DT has low crime rates — 46 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
Barnoldswick Church of England Controlled Primary School
West Craven High School
Gisburn Road Community Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Barnoldswick
Coates Lane Primary School
Salterforth Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
26 nearby- Blondie Brownie0.7 km
- Coates Lane Primary School Breakfast \& After School Club0.9 km
- Nathan Browns Butchers0.3 km
- One Stop0.4 km
- Purcells0.2 km
- + 21 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Barnoldswick Conservative Club0.3 km
- Barnoldswick Cricket Club0.8 km
- Barnoldswick Legion Club Ltd0.3 km
- Barnoldswick WMC0.4 km
- Browns0.3 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- BE-BS Lockdown Diner0.8 km
- Cafe M0.3 km
- Cafe On The Square Ltd0.3 km
- Mediterranean0.3 km
- Queens Gelato (Barnoldswick)0.2 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd (Bolton)0.8 km
- Co-op0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Mario's0.7 km
- Albert Road Fisheries0.3 km
- Barlic Bites0.3 km
- Chicago Fried Chicken0.2 km
- Flava Ltd0.2 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- The Kettlewell Hostel0.6 km
- Alma Cliffe0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Colne6.7 km
- Gargrave8.8 km
- Nelson9.2 km
Bus Stops
- Sussex Street0.0 km
- West Craven Sports Centre0.1 km
- Rainhall Road0.1 km
- West Craven Sports Centre0.1 km
- Park Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BB185DT · Data under Open Government Licence