BB7 9AY is a sought-after residential area located 0.2km from Barrow in Barrow (Ribble Valley). Administratively it sits within Wiswell & Barrow ward and the Ribble Valley constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BB7, BB7 9AY offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 84% 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 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for BB7 9AY are sourced from Output Area E00185651 (shared with 37 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BB7 9AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BB7 9AY.
541
41
£ 47,200 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BB7 9AY 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. BB7 9AY's low deprivation rank, 84% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BB7 9AY. The average age is 40.8. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BB7 9AY has low crime rates — 29 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
Barrow URC Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Choi Gan Vegetarian Cantonese Restaurant0.1 km
- McDonalds Restaurants Ltd0.4 km
- The Eagle at Barrow0.9 km
- Greggs0.4 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-operative Group Ltd0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Starbucks0.4 km
- Subway0.4 km
- KFC0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Bay Horse0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Whalley2.1 km
- Clitheroe3.5 km
- Langho5.2 km
Bus Stops
- Trafford Gardens0.1 km
- Primary School0.1 km
- County Primary School0.1 km
- Trafford Gardens0.2 km
- Audley House0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BB79AY · Data under Open Government Licence