Postcode Analysis Hyndburn, North West

WAVERLEY ROAD, BB5 2TT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WAVERLEY ROAD, BB5 2TT.

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Population

339

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 39,000 /yr

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Employed

66%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BB5 2TT is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10
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10/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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8/10
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2/10
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10/10
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9/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. BB5 2TT's low deprivation rank, 98% ownership, and £310k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £310k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

BB5 2TT is a sought-after residential area on Waverley Road, 0.4km from Higher Baxenden in Accrington. Administratively it sits within Baxenden ward and the Hyndburn constituency.

For serious buyers, BB5 2TT is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 98% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (50% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £310k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for BB5 2TT are sourced from Output Area E00127091 (shared with 10 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 BB5 2TT. The average age is 41.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.8%
Asian / British Asian0.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

66%Active
FT: 50%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Detached

£ 195,000

11 sales · Mean £ 216,463

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

BB5 2TT has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences17
Vehicle crime10
Anti-social behaviour6
Criminal damage and arson6
Other crime4

school Local Schools

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The Hollins

Good0.5 km
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Baxenden St John's Church of England Primary School

Good204 pupils0.6 km
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St Anne's and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School

Inadequate203 pupils1.2 km
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Lee Royd Nursery School

Good94 pupils1.3 km
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Accrington Woodnook Primary School

Good192 pupils1.4 km
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Accrington Benjamin Hargreaves Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School

Good159 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Baxenden Pharmacy0.8 km
  • Shirleys Bakery0.5 km
  • Sandersons Butchers0.5 km
  • Premier Stores0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Victoria Hotel0.8 km
  • Alma Inn0.4 km
  • Baxenden Cricket Club Clubhouse0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Dog & Partridge - Wet sales only0.8 km
  • SRS Catering Ltd @ The Gallery Kitchen0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • New Kam Po House0.5 km
  • Monte Cristo Express0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Accrington2.2 km
  • Church & Oswaldtwistle3.3 km
  • Huncoat3.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Southwood Drive0.2 km
  • Southwood Drive0.2 km
  • Laund Road0.3 km
  • Laund Road0.3 km
  • Chatterton Drive0.3 km