Deerplay Close is in Burnley and in Burnley district. BB10 2EA is located in the Briercliffe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Burnley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Deerplay Close, Burnley, BB10 2EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB10 2EZ, BB10 2EB, BB10 2DL, BB10 2DN, BB10 2DZ, BB10 2ED, BB10 2DP, BB10 2NU, BB10 2DJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BB10 2EA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 53.1% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 47.5% | 46.9% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22% | 27.1% | 5.1% | 37.9% | -10.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.2% | 50.2% | -7.0% | 44.2% | 6.0% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 0.4% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 10.7% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 11.6% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 5.5% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 35.2% | 45% | 9.8% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 32.6% | -3.3% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 20.1% | 17.1% | -3.0% | 12.7% | 4.4% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 4.3% | -2.0% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 1.2% | -1.3% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.6% | 18.1% | -3.5% | 18.2% | -0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 9.3% | -6.7% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 13.7% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 7.1% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 22.6% | 9.0% | 16.9% | 5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.4% | 27% | 2.6% | 33.8% | -6.8% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.2% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.2% | 98.4% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 98.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.5% | 98.1% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 98.1% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.3% | 76.7% | 6.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 16.3% | 13.5% | 2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.6% | 37.2% | -11.6% |
| Christian | 66.7% | 46.2% | 20.5% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Deerplay Close was 58.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.8% lower than the Briercliffe average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Deerplay Close has the 21st highest crime rate of 46 local areas in Briercliffe and the 89th lowest crime rate of 302 local areas in Burnley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Deerplay Close, Burnley, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2026-04-17 | £350,000 |
| 10 Deerplay Close, Burnley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £161,000 | 2025-05-01 | £166,657 |
| 9 Deerplay Close, Burnley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2023-09-08 | £219,851 |
| 6 Deerplay Close, Burnley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £132,500 | 2022-06-22 | £145,443 |
| 4 Deerplay Close, Burnley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2021-03-05 | £185,941 |
BB10 2EA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in BB10 2EA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 98 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basnett Street Nursery School Basnett Street , BB10 3ES | - not rated | 1,306 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reedley Hallows Nursery School Burnley Campus , Barden Lane BB10 1JD | 3out of 4 | 1,799 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodfield Nursery School Sefton Street , Brierfield BB9 5BE | 3out of 4 | 1,914 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barden Lane Nursery School Barden Lane , BB10 1HY | - not rated | 1,939 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Street Nursery School Elm Street , BB10 1PQ | - not rated | 2,369 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School Briercliffe Road , BB10 2NH | 3out of 4 | 259 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Thames Avenue , BB10 2PZ | 3out of 4 | 994 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John the Baptist Roman Catholic Primary School Thames Avenue , BB10 2PZ | - not rated | 994 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnley Casterton Primary School Thames Avenue , BB10 2PZ | - not rated | 1,028 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's RC Junior School Thames Avenue , BB10 2PZ | - not rated | 1,044 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burnley Walshaw High School Eastern Avenue , BB10 2AT | - not rated | 784 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Sir John Thursby Community College Eastern Avenue , BB10 2AT | 3out of 4 | 831 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnley Barden High School Heald Road , BB10 1JB | - not rated | 2,052 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Nelson Edge End High School Hibson Road , BB9 0PZ | - not rated | 2,150 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Marsden Heights Community College Edge End Lane , BB9 0PR | 3out of 4 | 2,201 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Whitham Sixth Form Burnley Campus , BB10 1JD | - not rated | 1,799 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnley College Princess Way , BB12 0AN | - not rated | 3,056 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| East Lancashire Learning Group Scotland Road , BB9 7YT | - not rated | 4,210 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Birch School Briercliffe Road , Harle Syke BB10 2HA | - not rated | 446 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnley Primrose Hill School Harrogate Crescent , BB10 2NX | - not rated | 487 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Isaac Centre Harrogate Crescent , BB10 2NX | - not rated | 506 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Community School Lancashire Bend Hill Farm , Granville Street BB10 2RA | - not rated | 783 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgewood Community High School Eastern Avenue , BB10 2AT | 3out of 4 | 911 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simply Classic BooHoo | Boohoo Number 2, Widow Hill Road | 613 yd | |
| Craves Desserts | 200 Briercliffe Road, Burnley | 618 yd | |
| Sir John Thursby College | Sir John Thursby College Walshaw High School, Eastern Avenue | 909 yd | |
| Tacklers Cafe | Textile Museum, Queen Street Mill | 926 yd | |
| Kiddy Kids | Unit 5, Kings Mill | 927 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Craven Heifer | 376 Briercliffe Road, Burnley | 262 yd | |
| The Commercial | 446-448 Briercliffe Road, Burnley | 452 yd | |
| Briercliffe Social Club | Holgate Street, Briercliffe | 653 yd | |
| St Andrews Cricket & Bowling Club | Abinger Street, Burnley | 1,068 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kebab Marmaris | 144A Burnley Road, Briercliffe | 554 yd | |
| Happy House | 140 Burnley Road, Briercliffe | 586 yd | |
| Tuck In @ Varleys | Over, 138 Burnley Road | 591 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Avenue Service Station, Casterton Avenue | 859 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lanehead (Closed) Aylesbury Walk | grass pitches | 573 yd |
| Sir John Thursby Community College (Closed) Eastern Avenue | health and fitness suite | 828 yd |
| Sir John Thursby Community College EASTERN AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 828 yd |
| Briercliffe Recreation Ground QUEEN STREET RECREATION GROUND QUEEN STREET RECREATION GROUND QUEEN STREET | grass pitches | 965 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 76.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 169.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.