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.
WAVERLEY ROAD, BB5 2TT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WAVERLEY ROAD, BB5 2TT.
339
42
£ 39,000 /yr
66%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
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
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.
school Local Schools
The Hollins
Baxenden St John's Church of England Primary School
St Anne's and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School
Lee Royd Nursery School
Accrington Woodnook Primary School
Accrington Benjamin Hargreaves Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Baxenden Pharmacy0.8 km
- Shirleys Bakery0.5 km
- Sandersons Butchers0.5 km
- Premier Stores0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Victoria Hotel0.8 km
- Alma Inn0.4 km
- Baxenden Cricket Club Clubhouse0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Dog & Partridge - Wet sales only0.8 km
- SRS Catering Ltd @ The Gallery Kitchen0.8 km
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
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Postcode Profile: BB52TT · Data under Open Government Licence