Royds Avenue is in Accrington and in Hyndburn district. BB5 2JX is located in the Baxenden electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hyndburn. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Royds Avenue, Accrington, BB5 2JX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB5 2JS, BB5 2JU, BB5 2JR, BB5 2LA, BB5 2PF, BB5 2PW, BB5 2JT, BB5 2PE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BB5 2JX has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.6% | 49.2% | 1.6% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 52.4% | 50.8% | -1.6% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 | 27.1% | 31% | 3.9% | 37.9% | -6.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.9% | 50.2% | -9.7% | 44.2% | 6.0% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 9.6% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 7% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 (86.3%) 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 | 42.1% | 50.6% | 8.5% | 48.4% | 2.2% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 35.7% | 0.0% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 9.1% | -5.2% | 12.7% | -3.6% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 2.6% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 21.5% | 15.1% | -6.4% | 18.2% | -3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 7.4% | -6.7% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 14.4% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 5.5% | -0.8% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 18.1% | 7.9% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.4% | 39.5% | 7.1% | 33.8% | 5.7% |
| Other | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 6.1% | 5.9% | -0.2% | 2.7% | 3.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 93% | 93.8% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 94.5% | 96.1% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.4% | 1.6% | -1.8% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 96.1% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.9% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.6% | 76.7% | 10.9% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.4% | 13.5% | -2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.1% | 37.2% | -8.1% |
| Christian | 61.4% | 46.2% | 15.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 5.6% | 6.5% | -0.9% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Royds Avenue was 123.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.3% lower than the Barnfield average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Royds Avenue has the 29th highest crime rate of 64 local areas in Barnfield and the 112th highest crime rate of 269 local areas in Hyndburn .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 12.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 92 Royds Avenue, Accrington, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2024-07-12 | £344,845 |
| 118 Royds Avenue, Accrington, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £277,000 | 2024-01-26 | £296,586 |
| 94 Royds Avenue, Accrington, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2023-12-08 | £297,097 |
| 88 Royds Avenue, Accrington, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £263,000 | 2023-10-30 | £283,313 |
| 117 Royds Avenue, Accrington, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2022-06-10 | £256,213 |
BB5 2JX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 109 |
| Retired | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Education | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lee Royd Nursery School Royds Street , BB5 2LH | 3out of 4 | 764 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Nursery School Fairfield Street , BB5 0LD | 4out of 4 | 1,901 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside Nursery School Cedar Avenue , Haslingden BB4 5NH | 3out of 4 | 5,367 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accrington Woodnook Primary School Hudson Street , BB5 2HS | 3out of 4 | 774 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Baxenden St John's Church of England Primary School Church Avenue , Baxenden BB5 2RQ | 3out of 4 | 1,093 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 | 1,123 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Oswald's Roman Catholic Primary School, Accrington Hartley Avenue , BB5 0NN | 4out of 4 | 1,145 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | 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 | 2out of 4 | 1,167 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 | 3out of 4 | 430 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn Wordsworth Road , BB5 0LU | 2out of 4 | 1,509 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rhyddings Haworth Street , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3EA | 2out of 4 | 2,409 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington Academy Queens Road West , BB5 4FF | 3out of 4 | 2,737 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington St Christopher's Church of England High School Queen's Road West , BB5 4AY | 3out of 4 | 2,840 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,163 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadfield Specialist School Fielding Lane , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3BE | 4out of 4 | 1,872 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oswaldtwistle School Union Road , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3DA | 3out of 4 | 2,560 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oswaldtwistle White Ash School Thwaites Road , Oswaldtwistle BB5 4QG | 4out of 4 | 3,523 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SRS Catering Ltd @ The Gallery Kitchen | ''Haworth Art Gallery'' Manchester Road, Accrington | 91 yd | |
| Pappous Greek & Grill | 1 Mount Street, Accrington | 1,075 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Hotel | 161 Manchester Road, Accrington | 496 yd | |
| Alma Inn | 386-388 Manchester Road, Accrington | 596 yd | |
| Green Haworth Golf Clubhouse | Green Haworth, Accrington | 1,051 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monte Cristo Express | 145 Manchester Road, Accrington | 444 yd | |
| New Kam Po House | 489A Manchester Road, Accrington | 952 yd | |
| Omar's Takeaway | 76 Nuttall Street, Accrington | 1,044 yd | |
| Hurns Bakers | 83 Nuttall Street, Accrington | 1,044 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Limited | 543 Manchester Road, Accrington | 952 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King George V Playing Field Royds Avenue | grass pitches | 256 yd |
| The Hollins Technology College HOLLINS LANE | grass pitches | 344 yd |
| Baxenden Recreation Ground, Hollins Lane HOLLINS LANE | grass pitches | 474 yd |
| Oakhill Park Hollins Lane | tennis courts | 585 yd |
| Baxenden St Johns C Of E Primary School CHURCH AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,038 yd |
| Accrington And Rossendale College (Broad Oak Campus) BROAD OAK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 1,042 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 | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 40.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 64.19 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 64.19 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 13.41 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.