BB18 5BR is a safe, established residential area on Broadstones, 0.1km from Salterforth in Pendle. Administratively it sits within Earby & Coates ward and the Pendle constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 95% 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 £230k.
Census 2021 statistics for BB18 5BR are sourced from Output Area E00127902 (shared with 55 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BROADSTONES, BB18 5BR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BROADSTONES, BB18 5BR.
548
44
£ 39,300 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates BB18 5BR — age 44, 95% ownership, 4% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 BB18 5BR. The average age is 44.2. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 215,000
2 sales · Mean £ 215,000
Terraced
£ 179,950
5 sales · Mean £ 199,670
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BB18 5BR has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Salterforth Primary School
Barnoldswick Church of England Controlled Primary School
West Craven High School
Kelbrook Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Sue's Pantry0.9 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Lower Park Marina0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Colne5.6 km
- Nelson8.4 km
- Gargrave9.2 km
Bus Stops
- Earby Road0.0 km
- Post Office0.1 km
- Earby Road0.1 km
- Primary School0.2 km
- Sandhills Close0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BB185BR · Data under Open Government Licence