BB5 0AY is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.4km from Scaitcliffe in Accrington. Administratively it sits within Central ward and the Hyndburn constituency.
This is 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. During the day, urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Hyndburn.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 116 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. 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 BB5 0AY are sourced from Output Area E00127100 (shared with 54 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BB5 0AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BB5 0AY.
438
34
£ 29,900 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BB5 0AY 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
67% of BB5 0AY's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BB5 0AY. The average age is 34.1. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BB5 0AY is above average at 116 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
Accrington Hyndburn Park Primary School
Accrington St Mary Magdalen's Church of England Primary School
Accrington Spring Hill Community Primary School
Accrington St John with St Augustine Church of England Primary School
Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Church
Accrington St Christopher's Church of England High School
Accrington Academy
Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
65 nearby- Abduls Mini Market0.2 km
- B & M Retail Ltd0.5 km
- Jewson0.3 km
- Londis @ Motor Fuel Limited0.4 km
- Richmond Convenience Store0.6 km
- + 60 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Highfield House0.8 km
- Pilkingtons B&B0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
24 nearby- The George - Wet Sales Only0.0 km
- Broadway0.7 km
- Grey Horse1.0 km
- Arden Inn0.8 km
- Hustle Bar Ltd0.8 km
- + 19 more
Restaurant, Cafe
50 nearby- Bulloughs0.4 km
- Clarkey's Cafe0.2 km
- Mr Gatty's Tea Room0.7 km
- Al - Hamza0.9 km
- ASDA Customer Restaurant0.7 km
- + 45 more
Supermarkets
8 nearby- Lidl UK GMBH0.6 km
- The Food Warehouse0.9 km
- Asda Stores Ltd0.4 km
- Farmfoods0.3 km
- Tesco0.8 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
56 nearby- Mammas0.7 km
- The Milky Bar0.7 km
- Toppings Take Away0.8 km
- Amico Pizza0.7 km
- RCCG Open Heaven Accrington0.8 km
- + 51 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Accrington0.2 km
- Church & Oswaldtwistle1.2 km
- Huncoat2.8 km
Bus Stops
- Willows Lane0.1 km
- Willows Lane0.1 km
- Lister Street0.2 km
- Ellison Street0.2 km
- Ellison Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BB50AY · Data under Open Government Licence