Slaidburn Drive is in Accrington and in Hyndburn district. BB5 0JJ is located in the Spring Hill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hyndburn. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Slaidburn Drive, Accrington, BB5 0JJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB5 0JL, BB5 0JQ, BB5 0JN, BB5 0JT, BB5 0JB, BB5 0JU, BB5 0JP, BB5 0LU, BB5 0JR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BB5 0JJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 50.6% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 50.4% | 49.4% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 34.7% | 41.8% | 7.1% | 37.9% | 3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.4% | 33.8% | -1.6% | 44.2% | -10.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 4% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 16.2% | 10% | -6.2% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 9.7% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
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 | 29.5% | 38.4% | 8.9% | 48.4% | -10.0% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 33% | -1.4% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 19.2% | 18.2% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 5.5% |
| Bad health | 12.6% | 7.8% | -4.8% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 4.3% | 2.6% | -1.7% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 BB5 0JJ this area, 34.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 16%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 48.3% | 34.7% | -13.6% | 18.2% | 16.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 11.3% | -4.9% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 16.3% | 3.4% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 6% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.9% | 12% | 6.1% | 16.9% | -4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.4% | 16% | 8.6% | 33.8% | -17.8% |
| Other | 5.2% | 3.7% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 72.3% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 14.9% | 21.2% | 6.3% | 2.7% | 18.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 79.1% | 72.3% | -6.8% | 81.4% | -9.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
In this area, 80.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.7% | 80.5% | -9.2% | 83.2% | -2.7% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 10.4% | 9.3% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8% | 7.5% | -0.5% | 5.6% | 1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.3% | 80.5% | -7.8% | 83.2% | -2.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 11.4% | 10.0% | 9.8% | 1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 4.4% | 3.3% | 2.9% | 1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 2.9% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 8% | 0.8% | -7.2% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.8% | 76.7% | -12.9% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 10.2% | 1.3% | 8.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 21.9% | 13.5% | 8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.3% | 37.2% | -11.9% |
| Christian | 44.8% | 46.2% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 22.9% | 6.5% | 16.4% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Slaidburn Drive was 171.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.0% lower than the Barnfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Slaidburn Drive has the 18th highest crime rate of 64 local areas in Barnfield and the 69th highest crime rate of 268 local areas in Hyndburn .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 71.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.2%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 53 Slaidburn Drive, Accrington, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £123,750 | 2025-08-13 | £128,921 |
| 8 Slaidburn Drive, Accrington, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2022-09-09 | £65,344 |
| 61 Slaidburn Drive, Accrington, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2016-08-04 | £90,000 |
| 42 Slaidburn Drive, Accrington, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £42,000 | 2015-03-27 | £63,835 |
| 30 Slaidburn Drive, Accrington, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £40,000 | 2014-10-31 | £58,553 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Other | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Nursery School Fairfield Street , BB5 0LD | 3out of 4 | 466 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lee Royd Nursery School Royds Street , BB5 2LH | 3out of 4 | 1,445 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accrington Spring Hill Community Primary School Exchange Street , BB5 0JD | 2out of 4 | 475 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Oswaldtwistle Mayfield Avenue , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3AA | 3out of 4 | 547 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Oswald's Roman Catholic Primary School, Accrington Hartley Avenue , BB5 0NN | - not rated | 674 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Primary School Cartmel Avenue , BB5 0NW | 3out of 4 | 734 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oswaldtwistle St Paul's Church of England Primary School Union Road , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3DD | 3out of 4 | 949 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn Wordsworth Road , BB5 0LU | 3out of 4 | 215 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rhyddings Haworth Street , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3EA | - not rated | 785 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rhyddings Haworth Street , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3EA | - not rated | 785 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hyndburn Studio School the Waterside Centre , St James court West BB5 1NA | - not rated | 1,174 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hollins Hollins Lane , BB5 2QY | - not rated | 2,006 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accrington and Rossendale College Sandy Lane , BB5 2AW | - not rated | 1,908 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oswaldtwistle School Union Road , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3DA | 3out of 4 | 949 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Islamia Girls' School 447 Blackburn Road , BB5 0DB | - not rated | 1,155 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Alternative School 30 St. James Street , BB5 1NT | - not rated | 1,358 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oswaldtwistle White Ash School Thwaites Road , Oswaldtwistle BB5 4QG | 4out of 4 | 1,920 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathland Private School Broadoak , Sandy Lane BB5 2AN | - not rated | 2,071 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al - Hamza | 161b Richmond Road, Accrington | 226 yd | |
| Cafe B's | 23 Fern Gore Avenue, Accrington | 346 yd | |
| Rhyddings Business Enterprise School | Haworth Street, Oswaldtwistle | 738 yd | |
| Coach House @ Rhyddings Park | Park Lane, Oswaldtwistle | 744 yd | |
| The Coffee House at Brave Church | Watson Street, Oswaldtwistle | 880 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spinning Jenny | Rimington Avenue, Accrington | 440 yd | |
| Globe Bowling & Billiards Club | Park Crescent, Accrington | 567 yd | |
| Stop & Rest | Fielding Lane, Oswaldtwistle | 715 yd | |
| The Plough | 2 Broadfield, Oswaldtwistle | 866 yd | |
| 'Oswaldtwistle Social Club' | Rhyddings Street, Oswaldtwistle | 880 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fatimas | 37 Fern Gore Avenue, Accrington | 310 yd | |
| Cocoberry Desserts | 141 Ormerod Street, Accrington | 570 yd | |
| Richmond Grill Limited | 90-92 Richmond Road, Accrington | 601 yd | |
| Amico Pizza | 64A Ormerod Street, Accrington | 644 yd | |
| Sea Breeze | 31 Moscow Mill Street, Oswaldtwistle | 772 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| N.H. Foods Ltd | Brown Street, Accrington | 991 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School Wordsworth Road | grass pitches | 203 yd |
| St Marys Roman Catholic Primary School MAYFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 433 yd |
| Bullough Park Playing Fields Park Crescent | grass pitches | 641 yd |
| St Peter'S C Of E Primary School CARTMEL AVENUE | grass pitches | 725 yd |
| Rhyddings Business And Enterprise School HAWORTH STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 785 yd |
| The Fitness Bank Ltd Union Road | health and fitness suite | 960 yd |
| Hippings Methodist Primary School HERON WAY | grass pitches | 1,000 yd |
| Heys Sports Complex HEYS PLAYING FIELDS FOOTBALL PAVILLION HEYS PLAYING FIELDS FOOTBALL PAVILLION HERON WAY | grass pitches | 1,046 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.