BB18 5BG is a safe, established residential area on Park Road, 0.4km from Ing, Long in Barnoldswick. Administratively it sits within Barnoldswick ward and the Pendle constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £121k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for BB18 5BG are sourced from Output Area E00127893 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PARK ROAD, BB18 5BG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PARK ROAD, BB18 5BG.
353
34
£ 37,900 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BB18 5BG falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BB18 5BG spans multiple life stages — average age 34, moderate ownership and renting. £121k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BB18 5BG. The average age is 34.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 146,000
4 sales · Mean £ 133,625
Semi-Detached
£ 161,000
1 sales · Mean £ 161,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BB18 5BG has low crime rates — 42 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
Gisburn Road Community Primary School
Barnoldswick Church of England Controlled Primary School
West Craven High School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Barnoldswick
Coates Lane Primary School
Salterforth Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
26 nearby- Blondie Brownie0.7 km
- Coates Lane Primary School Breakfast \& After School Club1.0 km
- Nathan Browns Butchers0.1 km
- One Stop0.2 km
- Purcells0.1 km
- + 21 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Barnoldswick Conservative Club0.2 km
- Barnoldswick Cricket Club0.7 km
- Barnoldswick Legion Club Ltd0.2 km
- Barnoldswick WMC0.3 km
- Browns0.2 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- BE-BS Lockdown Diner0.9 km
- Cafe M0.2 km
- Cafe On The Square Ltd0.2 km
- Mediterranean0.2 km
- Queens Gelato (Barnoldswick)0.1 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd (Bolton)0.8 km
- Co-op0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Mario's0.6 km
- Albert Road Fisheries0.2 km
- Barlic Bites0.2 km
- Chicago Fried Chicken0.1 km
- Flava Ltd0.1 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- The Kettlewell Hostel0.5 km
- Alma Cliffe0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Colne6.7 km
- Gargrave8.8 km
- Nelson9.2 km
Bus Stops
- Rainhall Road0.1 km
- Sussex Street0.1 km
- West Craven Sports Centre0.2 km
- Kirkbeck0.2 km
- Station Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BB185BG · Data under Open Government Licence