BB5 0DJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Oakbank Drive, 0.2km from Alleytroyds in Accrington. Administratively it sits within Church ward and the Hyndburn constituency.
Within the BB5 district, this postcode is characterised by many residents of this subgroup are born in eu countries, but uk-born members are also more common than elsewhere in the group. many residents identify with the pakistani ethnic group. residents are more likely than members of other subgroups to reside in properties that are not flats, to declare no religious affiliation and to identify as being of mixed or multiple ethnicities. the members of the subgroup are educated to lower levels than the group average. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With residents averaging 30 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Hyndburn.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 91 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £148k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 10.7% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for BB5 0DJ are sourced from Output Area E00181548 (shared with 21 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OAKBANK DRIVE, BB5 0DJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OAKBANK DRIVE, BB5 0DJ.
389
30
£ 29,900 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BB5 0DJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines BB5 0DJ — 48% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Average age 30 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community. Property prices are trending up 10.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BB5 0DJ. The average age is 29.8. 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: Predominantly a younger renting crowd. The neighborhood has a low average age and high rental density compared to the national baseline.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 133,500
2 sales · Mean £ 133,500
Terraced
£ 146,000
4 sales · Mean £ 144,500
Semi-Detached
£ 132,500
4 sales · Mean £ 134,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BB5 0DJ is above average at 91 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
Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Church
Oswaldtwistle School
Oswaldtwistle St Paul's Church of England Primary School
Accrington Hyndburn Park Primary School
Fairfield Nursery School
Accrington Spring Hill Community Primary School
Rhyddings
St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Oswaldtwistle
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
25 nearby- Spring Hill Convenience Store- Open All Hours0.6 km
- Arif Grocers0.7 km
- Thrifty's0.6 km
- The Deli0.5 km
- All Occasions 4U0.8 km
- + 20 more
Takeaway Shop
27 nearby- Naafiah0.8 km
- Allens Fried Chicken0.9 km
- Lin Spot0.7 km
- Azad Takeaway0.8 km
- Eastern Promise0.8 km
- + 22 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Village Pizzeria Restaurant & The Dessert Factory0.4 km
- Al - Hamza0.9 km
- The Pavillion Restaurant0.5 km
- The Coffee House at Brave Church0.9 km
- Cafe Nova0.5 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Lidl UK GMBH0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Civic Arts Centre & Theatre (Wet Sales)0.8 km
- 'Oswaldtwistle Social Club'0.9 km
- Thorn Inn0.7 km
- Tiger Lounge0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Church & Oswaldtwistle0.2 km
- Accrington1.3 km
- Rishton2.4 km
Bus Stops
- Kirk House0.1 km
- Oakbank Drive0.1 km
- Newark Street0.1 km
- Alleytroyds0.1 km
- Alleytroyds0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BB50DJ · Data under Open Government Licence