Postcode Analysis Hyndburn, North West

HEYWOOD STREET, BB6 7DU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HEYWOOD STREET, BB6 7DU.

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Population

368

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Avg Age

32

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Avg Income

£ 36,200 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BB6 7DU 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.

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2/10
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3/10
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4/10
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3/10
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7/10
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2/10
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9/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

BB6 7DU has a highly multicultural community character — 62% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Average age 32 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community. Property prices are trending up 30.2% year-on-year.

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

BB6 7DU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Heywood Street, 0.4km from Waverledge in Great Harwood. Administratively it sits within Netherton ward and the Hyndburn constituency.

For renters and young professionals, BB6 7DU offers 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. The community skews young professional (average age 32) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 41% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. 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 is moderate at 80 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £72k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 30.2% 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 BB6 7DU are sourced from Output Area E00127187 (shared with 4 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 BB6 7DU. The average age is 32.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British35.0%
Asian / British Asian62.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

£ 58,500

21 sales · Mean £ 62,142

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

Crime around BB6 7DU is moderate at 80 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.

Violence and sexual offences173
Anti-social behaviour116
Criminal damage and arson32
Public order23
Other theft17

school Local Schools

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Great Harwood St John's Church of England Primary School

Good139 pupils0.2 km
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Great Harwood Primary School

Good201 pupils0.3 km
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St Wulstan's Catholic Primary School, Great Harwood

Good164 pupils0.3 km
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Great Harwood St Bartholomew's Parish Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Requires Improvement210 pupils0.7 km
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St Hubert's Roman Catholic Primary School, Great Harwood

Good160 pupils1.1 km
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The Hyndburn Academy

Good485 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

16 nearby
  • Brie Mine UK0.4 km
  • Great Harwood Filling Station0.6 km
  • Finch Bakery0.3 km
  • Fresh off the Hook0.4 km
  • M&S Newsagents0.2 km
  • + 11 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Commercial Hotel - Wet Sales Only0.4 km
  • Hackers Bar - Wet Sales Only0.3 km
  • Plough Inn ( Wet Sales Only)0.4 km
  • Tipsy Cow0.4 km
  • The Chantry - Wet Sales Only0.4 km
  • + 4 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Spoilt 4 Choice0.4 km
  • Chai Guys Hyndburn0.5 km
  • Otto Cafe Bistro ltd0.4 km
  • Tesco Family Dining Ltd - Tesco Cafe0.6 km
  • Akela Street Food0.3 km
  • + 6 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

19 nearby
  • Ali's Chicken Village0.3 km
  • The Chicken Shop0.3 km
  • Lucky Rain0.2 km
  • Megna Indian Takeaway0.4 km
  • Queen Spicy Chef0.4 km
  • + 14 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Tesco0.6 km
  • Morrisons0.4 km
  • Aldi Stores Limited1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Rishton2.3 km
  • Langho3.6 km
  • Church & Oswaldtwistle3.8 km

Bus Stops

  • St Huberts Road0.1 km
  • Lord Street0.1 km
  • Waverledge Road0.2 km
  • Blackburn Road0.2 km
  • Holgate Street0.3 km