Longton Road is in Burnley and in Burnley district. BB12 0TF is located in the Whittlefield with Ightenhill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Burnley. This postcode has been in use since 1995-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Longton Road, Burnley, BB12 0TF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB12 0JY, BB12 0TS, BB12 0PB, BB12 0ND, BB12 0JS, BB12 0TR, BB12 0JU, BB12 0PA, BB12 0JT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BB12 0TF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 50.2% | 1.3% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 51.1% | 49.8% | -1.3% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 32.6% | 39.9% | 7.3% | 37.9% | 2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.1% | 47.6% | -5.5% | 44.2% | 3.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 1.7% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 6.4% | -2.0% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 2.5% | 3.9% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 64.3% | 57.6% | -6.7% | 48.4% | 9.2% |
| Good health | 26.1% | 30.3% | 4.2% | 33.6% | -3.3% |
| Fair health | 6.3% | 8.1% | 1.8% | 12.7% | -4.6% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 3.4% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
In the area around BB12 0TF this area, 9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.8% | 9% | -4.8% | 18.2% | -9.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 10.7% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.5% | 17.2% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 6.4% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.5% | 22.3% | 6.8% | 16.9% | 5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.9% | 32.6% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -1.2% |
| Other | 2.9% | 1.7% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Chinese | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 94% | 96.3% | 2.3% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 93.7% | 97% | 3.3% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 1.3% | -2.0% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.4% | 97% | 3.6% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 3% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.9% | 76.7% | 16.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 6.7% | 13.5% | -6.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.7% | 37.2% | 0.5% |
| Christian | 56.6% | 46.2% | 10.4% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Longton Road was 38.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.6% lower than the Gannow average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Longton Road has the 7th lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Gannow and the 45th lowest crime rate of 302 local areas in Burnley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 Longton Road, Burnley, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £192,000 | 2026-04-02 | £192,000 |
| 48A Longton Road, Burnley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £154,750 | 2024-07-04 | £169,696 |
| 32 Longton Road, Burnley, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-02-16 | £230,458 |
| 11 Longton Road, Burnley, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2022-07-15 | £267,292 |
| 48A Longton Road, Burnley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2021-12-17 | £152,530 |
BB12 0TF 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 128 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Retired | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Education | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoneyholme Nursery School March Street , BB12 0BU | 4out of 4 | 774 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Street Nursery School Elm Street , BB10 1PQ | - not rated | 1,133 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ightenhill Nursery School Lionel Street , BB12 6DY | 4out of 4 | 1,237 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Howard Street Nursery School Howard Street , BB11 4PQ | - not rated | 1,416 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Taywood Nursery School Accrington Road , BB11 5AE | 3out of 4 | 1,437 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary Magdalene's Roman Catholic Primary School, Burnley Wellfield Drive , BB12 0JD | - not rated | 320 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellfield Methodist and Anglican Church School Wellfield Drive , BB12 0JD | 3out of 4 | 320 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Wellfield Drive , BB12 0JD | 3out of 4 | 320 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnley Stoneyholme Community Primary School Oswald Street , BB12 0BN | - not rated | 834 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whittlefield Primary School Tabor Street , BB12 0HL | 3out of 4 | 834 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UTC Lancashire Trafalgar Street , BB11 1RA | - not rated | 1,103 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnley Barden High School Heald Road , BB10 1JB | - not rated | 1,583 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Blessed Trinity Roman Catholic College, A Voluntary Academy Ormerod Road , BB10 3AA | 2out of 4 | 2,204 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed Trinity RC College Ormerod Road , BB10 3AA | - not rated | 2,204 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Theodore's Catholic Sports College and Sixth Form Ormerod Road , BB10 3AA | - not rated | 2,216 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burnley College Princess Way , BB12 0AN | - not rated | 772 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Whitham Sixth Form Burnley Campus , BB10 1JD | - not rated | 1,752 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Heights Burnley Burleigh Street , BB12 0DU | 3out of 4 | 665 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnley Calder View Special School March Street , BB12 0BU | - not rated | 713 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnley Westway School March Street , BB12 0BU | - not rated | 771 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Linkway House School 25 Clifton Street , BB12 0QZ | - not rated | 889 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lincoln House School 25-27 Clifton Street , BB12 0QZ | - not rated | 903 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crow Wood Leisure Club | Crow Wood Leisure Limited, Holme Road | 498 yd | |
| Bertrams Restaurant | Crow Wood Equestrian Centre, Crow Wood Leisure Limited | 498 yd | |
| The Corner | 42 Brougham Street, Burnley | 830 yd | |
| Francescos In Burnley | 294 Padiham Road, Burnley | 1,009 yd | |
| Dallas Chicken & Pizza | 298 Padiham Road, Burnley | 1,010 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ighten Mount Bowling Club | Ighten Mount Bowling Club Ltd, Romford Street | 967 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa's Pizza | 1 Cairo Street, Burnley | 783 yd | |
| Zam Zam Grill House | 39-41 Brougham Street, Burnley | 851 yd | |
| Yui's Thai Kitchen | 217 Padiham Road, Burnley | 991 yd | |
| Ightenhill Fish Bar | 318 Padiham Road, Burnley | 1,035 yd | |
| W.H. Oddie Ltd | 320 Padiham Road, Burnley | 1,036 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wellfield Methodist And Anglican Church School Wellfield Drive | grass pitches | 251 yd |
| St Mary Magdalene'S Roman Catholic Primary School Wellfield Drive | grass pitches | 321 yd |
| Crow Wood Leisure HOLME ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 557 yd |
| Stoneyholme Recreation Ground EVOLVE AT VISION PARK EVOLVE AT VISION PARK WHITTLE WAY | grass pitches | 675 yd |
| Burnley Calder View School (Closed) March Street | grass pitches | 713 yd |
| Ightenhill Park WELLFIELD DRIVE | tennis courts | 749 yd |
| Burnley College PRINCESS WAY | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 943 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 52.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.58 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.58 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.