Postcode Analysis Pendle, North West

JAMES STREET, BB18 5PG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for JAMES STREET, BB18 5PG.

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Population

277

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 37,900 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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4/10
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4/10
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4/10
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10/10
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1/10
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6/10
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6/10
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8/10
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5/10
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Area Character

BB18 5PG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 80% 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. Property prices are trending down 1.6% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BB18 5PG is a safe, established residential area on James Street, 0.3km from Wapping in Barnoldswick. Administratively it sits within Barnoldswick ward and the Pendle constituency.

For families considering a move, BB18 5PG represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. 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. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £177k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 1.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BB18 5PG are sourced from Output Area E00127894 (shared with 37 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 BB18 5PG. The average age is 45.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.9%
Asian / British Asian3.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 0%
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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

Terraced

£ 177,000

5 sales · Mean £ 158,490

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

BB18 5PG has low crime rates — 41 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 offences73
Anti-social behaviour62
Criminal damage and arson24
Shoplifting16
Public order15

school Local Schools

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Gisburn Road Community Primary School

Good215 pupils0.6 km
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Barnoldswick Church of England Controlled Primary School

Good389 pupils0.7 km
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West Craven High School

Requires Improvement666 pupils0.7 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Barnoldswick

Good128 pupils0.9 km
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Coates Lane Primary School

Good201 pupils1.3 km
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Salterforth Primary School

Good97 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

24 nearby
  • Blondie Brownie0.9 km
  • Nathan Browns Butchers0.3 km
  • One Stop0.2 km
  • Purcells0.3 km
  • S J & K Brown0.7 km
  • + 19 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • Barnoldswick Conservative Club0.4 km
  • Barnoldswick Cricket Club0.9 km
  • Barnoldswick Legion Club Ltd0.2 km
  • Barnoldswick WMC0.3 km
  • Browns0.1 km
  • + 5 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Cafe M0.3 km
  • Cafe On The Square Ltd0.3 km
  • Mediterranean0.3 km
  • Queens Gelato (Barnoldswick)0.3 km
  • Sue's Pantry0.7 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-op0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Mario's0.7 km
  • Albert Road Fisheries0.3 km
  • Barlic Bites0.3 km
  • Chicago Fried Chicken0.3 km
  • Flava Ltd0.3 km
  • + 4 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • The Kettlewell Hostel0.3 km
  • Alma Cliffe0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Colne6.6 km
  • Nelson9.0 km
  • Gargrave9.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Manchester Road0.1 km
  • The Greyhound0.1 km
  • Sunday School0.2 km
  • Sunday School0.2 km
  • Longfield Court0.2 km