Kestrel Terrace is in Oswaldtwistle, Accrington and in Hyndburn district. BB5 3SZ 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 Kestrel Terrace, Oswaldtwistle, Accrington, BB5 3SZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB5 3BU, BB5 3BS, BB5 3BT, BB5 3BX, BB5 3BY, BB5 3BZ, BB5 3BP, BB5 3BN, BB5 3SY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BB5 3SZ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.9% 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 | 51.6% | 47.1% | -4.5% | 51.0% | -3.9% |
| Male | 48.4% | 52.9% | 4.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.9% | 33.3% | 9.4% | 37.9% | -4.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 24.6% | 22.4% | -2.2% | 44.2% | -21.8% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 4.1% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 22.5% | 25.9% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 16.8% |
| Widowed | 26.8% | 14.3% | -12.5% | 6.1% | 8.2% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (46.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 18.7% | 16.2% | -2.5% | 48.4% | -32.2% |
| Good health | 27.1% | 29.9% | 2.8% | 33.6% | -3.7% |
| Fair health | 29% | 31.8% | 2.8% | 12.7% | 19.1% |
| Bad health | 17.4% | 14.9% | -2.5% | 4.0% | 10.9% |
| Very bad health | 7.7% | 7.1% | -0.6% | 1.2% | 5.9% |
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.
In the area around BB5 3SZ this area, 42.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 11.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 57% | 42.9% | -14.1% | 18.2% | 24.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 11.6% | -1.1% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.5% | 9.5% | 1.0% | 13.4% | -3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 14.3% | 9.4% | 5.3% | 9.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.6% | 6.1% | 0.5% | 16.9% | -10.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.9% | 11.6% | 1.7% | 33.8% | -22.2% |
| Other | 1.4% | 4.1% | 2.7% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 100% | 98% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
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 | 99.4% | 96.1% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 96.8% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.4% | 76.7% | -8.3% |
| Ireland | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 27.7% | 13.5% | 14.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26% | 37.2% | -11.2% |
| Christian | 68.2% | 46.2% | 22.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kestrel Terrace was 48.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.3% lower than the Immanuel average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Kestrel Terrace has the 12th lowest crime rate of 46 local areas in Immanuel and the 57th lowest crime rate of 269 local areas in Hyndburn .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 35.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Kestrel Terrace, Accrington, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £46,200 | 2006-08-14 | £68,521 |
The percentage of retired residents living in BB5 3SZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 66 |
| Full-Time Employee | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Part-Time Employee | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Nursery School Fairfield Street , BB5 0LD | 4out of 4 | 1,329 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lee Royd Nursery School Royds Street , BB5 2LH | 3out of 4 | 2,638 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 | 223 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oswaldtwistle St Andrew's Church of England Primary School Springfield Street , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3LG | 3out of 4 | 575 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oswaldtwistle Moor End Primary School White Ash Lane , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3JG | 3out of 4 | 582 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Oswaldtwistle Mayfield Avenue , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3AA | 3out of 4 | 778 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 | 904 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 761 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn Wordsworth Road , BB5 0LU | 2out of 4 | 1,404 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington St Christopher's Church of England High School Queen's Road West , BB5 4AY | 3out of 4 | 2,901 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hollins Hollins Lane , BB5 2QY | 3out of 4 | 3,005 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington Academy Queens Road West , BB5 4FF | 3out of 4 | 3,101 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 | 860 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oswaldtwistle School Union Road , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3DA | 3out of 4 | 904 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oswaldtwistle White Ash School Thwaites Road , Oswaldtwistle BB5 4QG | 4out of 4 | 943 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathland Private School Broadoak , Sandy Lane BB5 2AN | - not rated | 3,270 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newfield School Old Bank Lane , Off Shadsworth Road BB1 2PW | 4out of 4 | 4,310 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Playtime Oswaldtwistle Ltd | 17 John Street, Oswaldtwistle | 344 yd | |
| Coach House @ Rhyddings Park | Park Lane, Oswaldtwistle | 417 yd | |
| Memories 2 | 284 Union Road, Oswaldtwistle | 443 yd | |
| Gobbiners Cafe | 359 Union Road, Oswaldtwistle | 473 yd | |
| Tap Select | 320 Union Road, Oswaldtwistle | 488 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heys Inn | 52 Stone Bridge Lane, Oswaldtwistle | 172 yd | |
| Rhoden Inn | 109 Roe Greave Road, Oswaldtwistle | 396 yd | |
| Bay Horse Hotel | 226 Union Road, Oswaldtwistle | 448 yd | |
| Stop & Rest | Fielding Lane, Oswaldtwistle | 469 yd | |
| The Vault- Wet Sales Only | 343 Union Road, Oswaldtwistle | 473 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star East | 1 Catlow Hall Street, Oswaldtwistle | 331 yd | |
| Love Chico's | Shop 3 251 Union Road, Oswaldtwistle | 389 yd | |
| The Chippy | 255 Union Road, Oswaldtwistle | 408 yd | |
| Caspian Pizza House | 276 Union Road, Oswaldtwistle | 448 yd | |
| Pizza Palace (Lancs) Ltd | 294 Union Road, Oswaldtwistle | 456 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Mill Hill, Oswaldtwistle | 448 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 274 Union Road, Oswaldtwistle | 454 yd | |
| Spar Stores | 99-103 Thwaites Road, Oswaldtwistle | 1,088 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hippings Methodist Primary School HERON WAY | grass pitches | 121 yd |
| Heys Sports Complex HEYS PLAYING FIELDS FOOTBALL PAVILLION HEYS PLAYING FIELDS FOOTBALL PAVILLION HERON WAY | grass pitches | 215 yd |
| Oswaldtwistle St Andrews C Of E Primary School SPRINGFIELD STREET | grass pitches | 642 yd |
| Rhyddings Business And Enterprise School HAWORTH STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 742 yd |
| The Fitness Bank Ltd Union Road | health and fitness suite | 790 yd |
| Foxhill Bank Playing Fields (White Ash) Harvey Street | grass pitches | 801 yd |
| St Marys Roman Catholic Primary School MAYFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 809 yd |
| Oswaldtwistle Immanuel Church Cricket Club WILLOW PARK | grass pitches | 827 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.