Bentcliffe Gardens is in Accrington and in Hyndburn district. BB5 2NX 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 Bentcliffe Gardens, Accrington, BB5 2NX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB5 2NY, BB5 2JZ, BB5 2PA, BB5 2PE, BB5 2LA, BB5 2PD, BB5 2PB, BB5 2JR, BB5 2LB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BB5 2NX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.9% 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 | 49.8% | 54.9% | 5.1% | 51.0% | 3.9% |
| Male | 50.2% | 45.1% | -5.1% | 49.0% | -3.9% |
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 2NX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.8% 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 | 21.5% | 27.2% | 5.7% | 37.9% | -10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61% | 55.8% | -5.2% | 44.2% | 11.6% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 8.5% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 6.7% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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 | 50.8% | 48.6% | -2.2% | 48.4% | 0.2% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 31.6% | -2.5% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 11% | 14.2% | 3.2% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 4.3% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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% | 10.3% | -4.7% | 18.2% | -7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 6.3% | -6.7% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.5% | 14.8% | -4.7% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 4% | -0.9% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 20.6% | 9.2% | 16.9% | 3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.6% | 40.4% | 5.8% | 33.8% | 6.6% |
| Other | 1.6% | 3.6% | 2.0% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.1% 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 | 2.3% | 6.7% | 4.4% | 2.7% | 4.0% |
| Other Asian | 2.3% | 1.2% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 93% | 92.1% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 10.7% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 97.7% | 96.5% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 2% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| 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 | 97.7% | 96.5% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87% | 76.7% | 10.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 12.2% | 13.5% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.8% | 37.2% | -11.4% |
| Christian | 60.2% | 46.2% | 14.0% |
| Muslim | 7.8% | 6.5% | 1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bentcliffe Gardens was 6.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 97.8% lower than the Barnfield average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Bentcliffe Gardens has the lowest crime rate of 64 local areas in Barnfield and the 2nd lowest crime rate of 269 local areas in Hyndburn .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -88.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bentcliffe Gardens, Accrington, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2022-03-04 | £339,878 |
| 5 Bentcliffe Gardens, Accrington, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2019-08-01 | £465,625 |
| 4 Bentcliffe Gardens, Accrington, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2014-11-21 | £345,663 |
| 1 Bentcliffe Gardens, Accrington, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2013-10-31 | £385,701 |
| 7 Bentcliffe Gardens, Accrington, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2008-08-14 | £469,216 |
BB5 2NX 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 student residents living in BB5 2NX area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| 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 | 416 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Nursery School Fairfield Street , BB5 0LD | 4out of 4 | 1,844 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 | 479 yd | Community 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 | 752 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington Benjamin Hargreaves Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School Barnfield Street , BB5 2AQ | 3out of 4 | 980 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Oswald's Roman Catholic Primary School, Accrington Hartley Avenue , BB5 0NN | 4out of 4 | 1,345 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Baxenden St John's Church of England Primary School Church Avenue , Baxenden BB5 2RQ | 3out of 4 | 1,374 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 | 757 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn Wordsworth Road , BB5 0LU | 2out of 4 | 1,507 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington Academy Queens Road West , BB5 4FF | 3out of 4 | 2,388 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rhyddings Haworth Street , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3EA | 2out of 4 | 2,428 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 | 2,524 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 | 733 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadfield Specialist School Fielding Lane , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3BE | 4out of 4 | 2,061 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oswaldtwistle School Union Road , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3DA | 3out of 4 | 2,550 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oswaldtwistle White Ash School Thwaites Road , Oswaldtwistle BB5 4QG | 4out of 4 | 3,588 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 | 344 yd | |
| Pappous Greek & Grill | 1 Mount Street, Accrington | 872 yd | |
| Victoria Peak | 100 Abbey Street, Accrington | 948 yd | |
| Boardwalk | 64 Abbey Street, Accrington | 1,045 yd | |
| Mitali Restaurant | 17-19 Warner Street, Accrington | 1,071 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Hotel | 161 Manchester Road, Accrington | 82 yd | |
| Grants Bar | 1 Manchester Road, Accrington | 781 yd | |
| Accrington Masonic Association | Adelaide Street, Accrington | 798 yd | |
| Alma Inn | 386-388 Manchester Road, Accrington | 880 yd | |
| The Poplar Club - Wet Sales Only | Wellington Street, Accrington | 1,006 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monte Cristo Express | 145 Manchester Road, Accrington | 97 yd | |
| Omar's Takeaway | 76 Nuttall Street, Accrington | 782 yd | |
| Hurns Bakers | 83 Nuttall Street, Accrington | 782 yd | |
| RCCG Open Heaven Accrington | Royds Street | 820 yd | |
| Plantation Street Chippy | 57 Plantation Street, Accrington | 1,021 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 105 Abbey Street, Accrington | 1,047 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oakhill Park Hollins Lane | tennis courts | 245 yd |
| King George V Playing Field Royds Avenue | grass pitches | 316 yd |
| Accrington And Rossendale College (Broad Oak Campus) BROAD OAK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 612 yd |
| The Hollins Technology College HOLLINS LANE | grass pitches | 711 yd |
| Baxenden Recreation Ground, Hollins Lane HOLLINS LANE | grass pitches | 801 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 | 44.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 63.82 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 63.82 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 12.98 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.