BB5 2TX is a safe, established residential area on Southwood Drive, 0.6km from Higher Baxenden in Accrington. Administratively it sits within Baxenden ward and the Hyndburn constituency.
For families considering a move, BB5 2TX represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. 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 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BB5 2TX are sourced from Output Area E00127087 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SOUTHWOOD DRIVE, BB5 2TX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOUTHWOOD DRIVE, BB5 2TX.
316
37
£ 39,000 /yr
57%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
BB5 2TX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 37, 90% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BB5 2TX. The average age is 37.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BB5 2TX has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Hollins
St Anne's and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School
Lee Royd Nursery School
Baxenden St John's Church of England Primary School
Accrington Woodnook Primary School
Accrington Benjamin Hargreaves Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Shirleys Bakery0.8 km
- Sandersons Butchers0.8 km
- Premier Stores0.8 km
- Accrington & Rossendale Food Group0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Victoria Hotel0.4 km
- The Park0.9 km
- Alma Inn0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Monte Cristo Express0.4 km
- New Kam Po House0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- SRS Catering Ltd @ The Gallery Kitchen0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Accrington1.8 km
- Church & Oswaldtwistle2.9 km
- Huncoat3.3 km
Bus Stops
- Tewkesbury Close0.0 km
- Southwood Drive0.2 km
- Southwood Drive0.2 km
- Haworth Avenue0.2 km
- Haworth Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BB52TX · Data under Open Government Licence