Postcode Analysis Hyndburn, North West

SOUTHWOOD DRIVE, BB5 2TX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOUTHWOOD DRIVE, BB5 2TX.

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Population

316

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 39,000 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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10/10
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5/10
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10/10
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2/10
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6/10
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8/10
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8/10
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8/10
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Area Character

BB5 2TX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 37, 90% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

BB5 2TX is a safe, established residential area on Southwood Drive, 0.6km from Higher Baxenden in Accrington. Administratively it sits within Baxenden ward and the Hyndburn constituency.

For families considering a move, BB5 2TX represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BB5 2TX are sourced from Output Area E00127087 (shared with 7 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 BB5 2TX. The average age is 37.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.2%
Asian / British Asian1.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 45%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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

BB5 2TX has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Vehicle crime12
Violence and sexual offences12
Anti-social behaviour8
Criminal damage and arson6
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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The Hollins

Good0.5 km
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St Anne's and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School

Inadequate203 pupils0.8 km
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Lee Royd Nursery School

Good94 pupils0.9 km
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Baxenden St John's Church of England Primary School

Good204 pupils0.9 km
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Accrington Woodnook Primary School

Good192 pupils1.0 km
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Accrington Benjamin Hargreaves Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School

Good159 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Shirleys Bakery0.8 km
  • Sandersons Butchers0.8 km
  • Premier Stores0.8 km
  • Accrington & Rossendale Food Group0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Victoria Hotel0.4 km
  • The Park0.9 km
  • Alma Inn0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Monte Cristo Express0.4 km
  • New Kam Po House0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • SRS Catering Ltd @ The Gallery Kitchen0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Accrington1.8 km
  • Church & Oswaldtwistle2.9 km
  • Huncoat3.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Tewkesbury Close0.0 km
  • Southwood Drive0.2 km
  • Southwood Drive0.2 km
  • Haworth Avenue0.2 km
  • Haworth Avenue0.3 km