BL7 0DL is a sought-after residential area located 0.4km from Turton Bottoms in Edgworth. Administratively it sits within West Pennine ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.
For families considering a move, BL7 0DL represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BL7 0DL are sourced from Output Area E00063653 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BL7 0DL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BL7 0DL.
316
47
£ 50,000 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BL7 0DL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
BL7 0DL is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 88% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BL7 0DL. The average age is 47.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BL7 0DL has low crime rates — 11 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 & B0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Rose and Crown0.8 km
- The Chetham Arms0.6 km
- Black Bull0.2 km
- Edgworth Cricket Club0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Giuseppe's Restaurant & Bar0.4 km
- Edgworth Stores & Post Office Ltd0.8 km
- The Barlow and Reading Room0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Breakfast In Bed0.6 km
- The White Horse0.8 km
- Cugini Pizza Ltd0.3 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- D Whitehead0.7 km
- Holdens & Co Ice Cream and Village Store0.7 km
- Village Pharmacy0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Entwistle1.8 km
- Bromley Cross3.2 km
- Hall i’ th’ Wood5.0 km
Bus Stops
- Sandy Bank Rd0.3 km
- Sandy Bank Rd0.3 km
- Harbour Lane0.3 km
- Harbour Lane0.4 km
- Wellington Mews0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BL70DL · Data under Open Government Licence