Postcode Analysis Pendle, North West

WESLEY PLACE, BB12 9BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESLEY PLACE, BB12 9BJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

297

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 45,900 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BB12 9BJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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3/10
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1/10
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8/10
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1/10
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8/10
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3/10
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6/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BB12 9BJ spans multiple life stages — average age 46, moderate ownership and renting. 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

BB12 9BJ is a safe, established residential area on Wesley Place in Higham (Pendle). Administratively it sits within Fence & Higham ward and the Pendle constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £280k.

Census 2021 statistics for BB12 9BJ are sourced from Output Area E00127931 (shared with 19 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 BB12 9BJ. The average age is 46.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.3%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 280,000

1 sales · Mean £ 280,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

BB12 9BJ has low crime rates — 17 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.

Violence and sexual offences8
Anti-social behaviour3
Burglary2
Public order1
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Higham St John's Church of England Primary School

Good141 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Four Alls Inn0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Brierfield3.7 km
  • Rose Grove4.4 km
  • Burnley Barracks4.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Four Alls Inn0.1 km
  • Four Alls Inn0.1 km
  • St Johns CEPS0.3 km
  • St Johns CEPS0.3 km
  • Leet Road0.4 km