Montgomery Close is in Baxenden, Accrington and in Hyndburn district. BB5 2ET is located in the Baxenden electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hyndburn. This postcode has been in use since 1995-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Montgomery Close, Baxenden, Accrington, BB5 2ET and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB5 2QS, BB5 2RG, BB5 2RF, BB5 2QJ, BB5 2XB, BB5 2QT, BB5 2QX, BB5 2RQ, BB5 2QU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BB5 2ET is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 51% | 0.5% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 49.5% | 49% | -0.5% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BB5 2ET there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.3% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.4% | 25.4% | -1.0% | 37.9% | -12.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.3% | 56.3% | 3.0% | 44.2% | 12.1% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 10.8% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 6.3% | -2.8% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47% | 44.1% | -2.9% | 48.4% | -4.3% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 36.3% | 0.2% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 13.9% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 4.1% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.7% | -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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.3% | 14.2% | -1.1% | 18.2% | -4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.7% | 9.2% | 0.5% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 11.3% | -6.1% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 7% | 6.7% | -0.3% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 22.6% | 9.0% | 16.9% | 5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.4% | 33.9% | 2.5% | 33.8% | 0.1% |
| Other | 6.6% | 2.1% | -4.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.9% | 100% | 2.1% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 98.3% 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 | 98.6% | 98.3% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 98.3% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.8% | 76.7% | 10.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 12.2% | 13.5% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.7% | 37.2% | -9.5% |
| Christian | 66.6% | 46.2% | 20.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Montgomery Close was 266.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.5% lower than the Barnfield average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Montgomery Close has the 11th highest crime rate of 64 local areas in Barnfield and the 29th highest crime rate of 268 local areas in Hyndburn .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 40.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Montgomery Close, Accrington, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £189,950 | 2025-10-01 | £192,921 |
| 8 Montgomery Close, Accrington, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2022-08-17 | £224,839 |
| 27 Montgomery Close, Accrington, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £168,750 | 2022-06-24 | £193,597 |
| 23 Montgomery Close, Accrington, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2022-05-20 | £222,294 |
| 5 Montgomery Close, Accrington, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2021-10-25 | £341,443 |
BB5 2ET 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 BB5 2ET area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 96 |
| Retired | 87 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lee Royd Nursery School Royds Street , BB5 2LH | 3out of 4 | 1,846 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Nursery School Fairfield Street , BB5 0LD | 3out of 4 | 3,080 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside Nursery School Cedar Avenue , Haslingden BB4 5NH | 3out of 4 | 4,253 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baxenden St John's Church of England Primary School Church Avenue , Baxenden BB5 2RQ | 3out of 4 | 179 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Stonefold CofE Primary School Rising Bridge Road , Rising Bridge BB5 2SW | 3out of 4 | 1,636 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's and St Joseph's RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Sandy Lane , BB5 2AN | 1out of 4 | 1,828 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School St Anne's and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School , Sandy Lane BB5 2AN | - not rated | 1,828 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Haworth Church of England Primary School School House Lane , Green Haworth BB5 3SQ | 3out of 4 | 1,828 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hollins Hollins Lane , BB5 2QY | - not rated | 769 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hollins Hollins Lane , BB5 2QY | 3out of 4 | 769 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hyndburn Studio School the Waterside Centre , St James court West BB5 1NA | - not rated | 2,473 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn Wordsworth Road , BB5 0LU | 3out of 4 | 2,674 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rhyddings Haworth Street , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3EA | - not rated | 3,542 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,963 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heathland Private School Broadoak , Sandy Lane BB5 2AN | - not rated | 1,912 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Alternative School 30 St. James Street , BB5 1NT | - not rated | 2,581 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Austen House Swineherd Farm , Cob Castle Road BB4 5TS | - not rated | 3,072 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Islamia Girls' School 447 Blackburn Road , BB5 0DB | - not rated | 3,682 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Oswaldtwistle School Union Road , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3DA | 3out of 4 | 3,711 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dog & Partridge - Wet sales only | 41 Back Lane, Baxenden | 268 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baxenden Cricket Club Clubhouse | Back Lane, Accrington | 268 yd | |
| Alma Inn | 386-388 Manchester Road, Accrington | 500 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Kam Po House | 489A Manchester Road, Accrington | 147 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Limited | 543 Manchester Road, Accrington | 147 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Baxenden St Johns C Of E Primary School CHURCH AVENUE | grass pitches | 123 yd |
| Baxenden Cricket Club BACK LANE | grass pitches | 354 yd |
| Baxenden Recreation Ground, Hollins Lane HOLLINS LANE | grass pitches | 628 yd |
| Baxenden And District Golf Club WOOLEY LANE | golf | 749 yd |
| The Hollins Technology College HOLLINS LANE | grass pitches | 768 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 44 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 67.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 67.3 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 14.26 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.