Edinburgh Drive is in Oswaldtwistle, Accrington and in Hyndburn district. BB5 3AR is located in the Immanuel electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hyndburn. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Edinburgh Drive, Oswaldtwistle, Accrington, BB5 3AR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB5 3AS, BB5 3AP, BB5 3AU, BB5 3AT, BB5 3BE, BB5 3AL, BB5 3BQ, BB5 3BG, BB5 3AJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BB5 3AR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.3% 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 | 50% | 52.3% | 2.3% | 51.0% | 1.3% |
| Male | 50% | 47.7% | -2.3% | 49.0% | -1.3% |
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 3AR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.3% 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 | 18.9% | 24.1% | 5.2% | 37.9% | -13.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.3% | 55.3% | -4.0% | 44.2% | 11.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 6.3% | -1.9% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 12.3% | 11.8% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 5.7% |
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 | 39.2% | 39.5% | 0.3% | 48.4% | -8.9% |
| Good health | 37.4% | 33.7% | -3.7% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 18.3% | 20.7% | 2.4% | 12.7% | 8.0% |
| Bad health | 4% | 5.4% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 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 | 21% | 17.5% | -3.5% | 18.2% | -0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 6.3% | -7.7% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 10% | -4.8% | 13.4% | -3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.8% | 12.1% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 6.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 17.9% | 3.9% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.7% | 32.5% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -1.3% |
| Other | 3.7% | 3.8% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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 | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| White | 100% | 97.7% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 99.3% | 97.3% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 98.5% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.8% | 76.7% | 11.1% |
| No passport held | 12.2% | 13.5% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 20.6% | 37.2% | -16.6% |
| Christian | 74% | 46.2% | 27.8% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Edinburgh Drive was 26.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.8% lower than the Immanuel average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Edinburgh Drive has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 46 local areas in Immanuel and the 21st lowest crime rate of 269 local areas in Hyndburn .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Edinburgh Drive, Accrington, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £187,500 | 2024-02-23 | £199,148 |
| 23 Edinburgh Drive, Accrington, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2023-06-30 | £171,146 |
| 14 Edinburgh Drive, Accrington, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2022-07-29 | £192,255 |
| 8 Edinburgh Drive, Accrington, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2020-10-05 | £225,990 |
| 4 Edinburgh Drive, Accrington, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £650 | 2020-03-20 | £768 |
BB5 3AR 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 3AR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 48% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 117 |
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Nursery School Fairfield Street , BB5 0LD | 4out of 4 | 868 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lee Royd Nursery School Royds Street , BB5 2LH | 3out of 4 | 2,078 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oswaldtwistle Hippings Methodist Voluntary Controlled Primary School Heron Way , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3BT | 3out of 4 | 353 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Oswaldtwistle Mayfield Avenue , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3AA | 3out of 4 | 382 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oswaldtwistle St Paul's Church of England Primary School Union Road , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3DD | 3out of 4 | 772 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oswaldtwistle St Andrew's Church of England Primary School Springfield Street , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3LG | 3out of 4 | 852 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Primary School Cartmel Avenue , BB5 0NW | 2out of 4 | 990 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhyddings Haworth Street , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3EA | 2out of 4 | 554 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn Wordsworth Road , BB5 0LU | 2out of 4 | 856 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hollins Hollins Lane , BB5 2QY | 3out of 4 | 2,485 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 | 2,551 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington Academy Queens Road West , BB5 4FF | 3out of 4 | 2,709 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadfield Specialist School Fielding Lane , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3BE | 4out of 4 | 458 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oswaldtwistle School Union Road , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3DA | 3out of 4 | 772 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oswaldtwistle White Ash School Thwaites Road , Oswaldtwistle BB5 4QG | 4out of 4 | 1,391 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathland Private School Broadoak , Sandy Lane BB5 2AN | - not rated | 2,712 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newfield School Old Bank Lane , Off Shadsworth Road BB1 2PW | 4out of 4 | 4,861 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coach House @ Rhyddings Park | Park Lane, Oswaldtwistle | 301 yd | |
| Rhyddings Business Enterprise School | Haworth Street, Oswaldtwistle | 526 yd | |
| The Coffee House at Brave Church | Watson Street, Oswaldtwistle | 537 yd | |
| Al - Hamza | 161b Richmond Road, Accrington | 753 yd | |
| Cafe B's | 23 Fern Gore Avenue, Accrington | 793 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stop & Rest | Fielding Lane, Oswaldtwistle | 159 yd | |
| 'Oswaldtwistle Social Club' | Rhyddings Street, Oswaldtwistle | 537 yd | |
| Heys Inn | 52 Stone Bridge Lane, Oswaldtwistle | 545 yd | |
| The Plough | 2 Broadfield, Oswaldtwistle | 545 yd | |
| The Civic Arts Centre & Theatre (Wet Sales) | 155 Union Road, Oswaldtwistle | 705 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star East | 1 Catlow Hall Street, Oswaldtwistle | 410 yd | |
| Taste of Italy | 200-202 Union Road, Oswaldtwistle | 699 yd | |
| Smash Burger Delivery Co | 204 Union Road, Oswaldtwistle | 709 yd | |
| Big Papa's Takeaway | 206 Union Road, Oswaldtwistle | 709 yd | |
| Ossy Sandwich Shop | 216B Union Road, Oswaldtwistle | 712 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Mill Hill, Oswaldtwistle | 745 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 274 Union Road, Oswaldtwistle | 841 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Marys Roman Catholic Primary School MAYFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 414 yd |
| Hippings Methodist Primary School HERON WAY | grass pitches | 441 yd |
| Heys Sports Complex HEYS PLAYING FIELDS FOOTBALL PAVILLION HEYS PLAYING FIELDS FOOTBALL PAVILLION HERON WAY | grass pitches | 476 yd |
| Rhyddings Business And Enterprise School HAWORTH STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 618 yd |
| Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School Wordsworth Road | grass pitches | 773 yd |
| The Fitness Bank Ltd Union Road | health and fitness suite | 774 yd |
| St Peter'S C Of E Primary School CARTMEL AVENUE | grass pitches | 883 yd |
| Oswaldtwistle St Andrews C Of E Primary School SPRINGFIELD STREET | grass pitches | 1,009 yd |
| Foxhill Bank Playing Fields (White Ash) Harvey Street | grass pitches | 1,078 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 | 56.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.99 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.99 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.