BL7 0DE is a sought-after residential area on Meadow Way, 0.2km from Edgeworth in Edgworth. Administratively it sits within West Pennine ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BL7, BL7 0DE offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 51 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 95% 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 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £411k, up 5.6% year-on-year. 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 BL7 0DE are sourced from Output Area E00063656 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MEADOW WAY, BL7 0DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MEADOW WAY, BL7 0DE.
298
51
£ 50,000 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BL7 0DE 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BL7 0DE combines high owner-occupation (95%), strong property values (£411k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £411k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending up 5.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BL7 0DE. The average age is 50.9. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 393,750
4 sales · Mean £ 392,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BL7 0DE has low crime rates — 12 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
Turton and Edgworth CofE/Methodist Controlled Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Meadowcroft Barn B & B0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Rose and Crown0.3 km
- Black Bull0.3 km
- Edgworth Cricket Club0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Giuseppe's Restaurant & Bar0.7 km
- Edgworth Stores & Post Office Ltd0.4 km
- The Barlow and Reading Room0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- The White Horse0.3 km
- Cugini Pizza Ltd0.2 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- D Whitehead0.3 km
- Holdens & Co Ice Cream and Village Store0.3 km
- Village Pharmacy0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Entwistle1.8 km
- Bromley Cross3.6 km
- Hall i’ th’ Wood5.4 km
Bus Stops
- The Barlow0.1 km
- The Barlow0.1 km
- Harbour Lane0.2 km
- Harbour Lane0.2 km
- The White Horse0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BL70DE · Data under Open Government Licence