Royds Street is in Accrington and in Hyndburn district. BB5 2LH is located in the Barnfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hyndburn. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Royds Street, Accrington, BB5 2LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB5 2LW, BB5 2JE, BB5 2HS, BB5 2LP, BB5 2LJ, BB5 2LL, BB5 2NR, BB5 2LF, BB5 2NP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BB5 2LH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.4% 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 | 55% | 54.4% | -0.6% | 51.0% | 3.4% |
| Male | 45% | 45.6% | 0.6% | 49.0% | -3.4% |
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 | 27.4% | 32.8% | 5.4% | 37.9% | -5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.4% | 50% | -4.4% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 7.8% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 7.4% | -1.5% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 42.2% | 47.5% | 5.3% | 48.4% | -0.9% |
| Good health | 37.7% | 34.3% | -3.4% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 12.6% | -2.6% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 4.1% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.6% | 25.3% | 0.7% | 18.2% | 7.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 5.1% | -5.8% | 9.6% | -4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 14.8% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 5.8% | 0.2% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 12.8% | 2.7% | 16.9% | -4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.7% | 34.2% | 1.5% | 33.8% | 0.4% |
| Other | 2.8% | 1.9% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.7% | 7.2% | 5.5% | 1.1% | 6.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 7.2% | 5.8% | 2.7% | 4.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 95.2% | 82.4% | -12.8% | 81.4% | 1.0% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 91.5% 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% | 91.5% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 2.5% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 6% | 4.3% | 5.6% | 0.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 94.1% | 91.5% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6.9% | 6.6% | 9.8% | -2.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.3% | 76.7% | 6.6% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.5% | 13.5% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.7% | 37.2% | -10.5% |
| Christian | 54.1% | 46.2% | 7.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 14.5% | 6.5% | 8.0% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Royds Street was 50.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.3% lower than the Barnfield average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Royds Street has the 19th lowest crime rate of 64 local areas in Barnfield and the 66th lowest crime rate of 269 local areas in Hyndburn .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 20.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 122 Royds Street, Accrington, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2025-07-31 | £94,069 |
| 130 Royds Street, Accrington, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2025-06-13 | £113,707 |
| 160 Royds Street, Accrington, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2025-03-13 | £210,198 |
| 134 Royds Street, Accrington, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £104,000 | 2024-05-31 | £111,837 |
| 136 Royds Street, Accrington, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2023-05-05 | £68,423 |
BB5 2LH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 2LH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 80 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Education | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lee Royd Nursery School Royds Street , BB5 2LH | 3out of 4 | 136 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Nursery School Fairfield Street , BB5 0LD | 4out of 4 | 1,416 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 | 35 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington Benjamin Hargreaves Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School Barnfield Street , BB5 2AQ | 3out of 4 | 874 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 2out of 4 | 880 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington Spring Hill Community Primary School Exchange Street , BB5 0JD | 3out of 4 | 1,143 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Oswald's Roman Catholic Primary School, Accrington Hartley Avenue , BB5 0NN | 4out of 4 | 1,164 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | 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 | 2out of 4 | 1,125 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hollins Hollins Lane , BB5 2QY | 3out of 4 | 1,157 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington Academy Queens Road West , BB5 4FF | 3out of 4 | 1,990 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rhyddings Haworth Street , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3EA | 2out of 4 | 2,032 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington St Christopher's Church of England High School Queen's Road West , BB5 4AY | 3out of 4 | 2,096 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 | 787 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadfield Specialist School Fielding Lane , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3BE | 4out of 4 | 1,820 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oswaldtwistle School Union Road , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3DA | 3out of 4 | 2,135 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oswaldtwistle White Ash School Thwaites Road , Oswaldtwistle BB5 4QG | 4out of 4 | 3,209 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pappous Greek & Grill | 1 Mount Street, Accrington | 409 yd | |
| Victoria Peak | 100 Abbey Street, Accrington | 602 yd | |
| SRS Catering Ltd @ The Gallery Kitchen | ''Haworth Art Gallery'' Manchester Road, Accrington | 683 yd | |
| Boardwalk | 64 Abbey Street, Accrington | 694 yd | |
| 2 Sisters Cafe & Bistro | 33 Warner Street, Accrington | 706 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grants Bar | 1 Manchester Road, Accrington | 483 yd | |
| Victoria Hotel | 161 Manchester Road, Accrington | 506 yd | |
| Accrington Masonic Association | Adelaide Street, Accrington | 515 yd | |
| The Poplar Club - Wet Sales Only | Wellington Street, Accrington | 575 yd | |
| Arden Inn | 85 Abbey Street, Accrington | 725 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Omar's Takeaway | 76 Nuttall Street, Accrington | 316 yd | |
| Hurns Bakers | 83 Nuttall Street, Accrington | 316 yd | |
| RCCG Open Heaven Accrington | Royds Street | 369 yd | |
| Monte Cristo Express | 145 Manchester Road, Accrington | 560 yd | |
| Brewteaful | 70-72 Abbey Street, Accrington | 695 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 105 Abbey Street, Accrington | 717 yd | |
| The Food Warehouse | Eastgate, Accrington | 959 yd | |
| N.H. Foods Ltd | Brown Street, Accrington | 965 yd | |
| Tesco | 2 Eagle street, Accrington | 1,041 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oakhill Park Hollins Lane | tennis courts | 225 yd |
| King George V Playing Field Royds Avenue | grass pitches | 498 yd |
| Accrington And Rossendale College (Broad Oak Campus) BROAD OAK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 680 yd |
| The Zone Hyndburn New Era Complex PARADISE STREET | health and fitness suite | 712 yd |
| Bullough Park Playing Fields Park Crescent | grass pitches | 777 yd |
| Energie Fitness Club (Accrington) (Closed) St. James Square | health and fitness suite | 804 yd |
| Central Fitness Centre 98A 98A BLACKBURN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,079 yd |
| The Hollins Technology College HOLLINS LANE | grass pitches | 1,086 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 | 92.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 92.6% |
| 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 | 60.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 98.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.