Bridge Street is in Church, Accrington and in Burnley district. BB5 4HU is located in the Church electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hyndburn. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bridge Street, Church, Accrington, BB5 4HU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB5 4LG, BB5 4LF, BB5 4JY, BB5 4LE, BB5 4JT, BB5 4JU, BB5 4JZ, BB5 4HL, BB5 4LA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BB5 4HU has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.3% of the population 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 | 52.6% | 56.3% | 3.7% | 51.0% | 5.3% |
| Male | 47.4% | 43.7% | -3.7% | 49.0% | -5.3% |
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 | 35.4% | 37.5% | 2.1% | 37.9% | -0.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 25% | 25.5% | 0.5% | 44.2% | -18.7% |
| Separated | 5.5% | 3.3% | -2.2% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 16.5% | 16.3% | -0.2% | 9.1% | 7.2% |
| Widowed | 17.7% | 17.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 11.3% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (55.7%) 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 | 26.8% | 29.1% | 2.3% | 48.4% | -19.3% |
| Good health | 25.3% | 26.6% | 1.3% | 33.6% | -7.0% |
| Fair health | 24.7% | 25.1% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 12.4% |
| Bad health | 17.9% | 15.6% | -2.3% | 4.0% | 11.6% |
| Very bad health | 5.3% | 3.5% | -1.8% | 1.2% | 2.3% |
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 4HU this area, 42.1% 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 16.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 56.7% | 42.1% | -14.6% | 18.2% | 23.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 10.4% | -0.6% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11% | 13.1% | 2.1% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 4.4% | -1.1% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 3.7% | 11.5% | 7.8% | 16.9% | -5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.1% | 16.4% | 7.3% | 33.8% | -17.4% |
| Other | 3% | 2.2% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.5% | 6.5% | 6.0% | 2.7% | 3.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 98.9% | 88.1% | -10.8% | 81.4% | 6.7% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 89.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.4% | 89.4% | -9.0% | 83.2% | 6.2% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 7.5% | 7.0% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 2.5% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 89% | -8.9% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.5% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 2% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.2% | 76.7% | -13.5% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 5% | 1.5% | 3.5% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 27.4% | 13.5% | 13.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.6% | 37.2% | -7.6% |
| Christian | 56.8% | 46.2% | 10.6% |
| Muslim | 7% | 6.5% | 0.5% |
| Other religion | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bridge Street was 235.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.0% higher than the Church average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Bridge Street has the 4th highest crime rate of 18 local areas in Church and the 39th highest crime rate of 269 local areas in Hyndburn .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge House Bridge Street, Accrington, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2023-12-08 | £224,544 |
| Walker House Bridge Street, Accrington, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £1,300,000 | 2018-05-01 | £1,685,375 |
| Best Pneumatic Systems Ltd, 6 Bridge Street, Accrington, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £68,500 | 2001-06-15 | £246,364 |
The percentage of retired residents living in BB5 4HU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 63 |
| Full-Time Employee | 41 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Nursery School Fairfield Street , BB5 0LD | 4out of 4 | 1,259 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lee Royd Nursery School Royds Street , BB5 2LH | 3out of 4 | 2,611 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Church Bradshaw Row , Church BB5 4HG | 2out of 4 | 551 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas Church of England Primary School St Nicholas Road , Church BB5 4DN | 3out of 4 | 892 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 | 937 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington Hyndburn Park Primary School Park Road , BB5 1ST | 3out of 4 | 1,155 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oswaldtwistle St Andrew's Church of England Primary School Springfield Street , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3LG | 3out of 4 | 1,296 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 | 1,148 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 | 1,480 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn Wordsworth Road , BB5 0LU | 2out of 4 | 1,684 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington Academy Queens Road West , BB5 4FF | 3out of 4 | 1,785 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hyndburn Academy Stourton Street , Rishton BB1 4ED | 1out of 4 | 2,686 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oswaldtwistle School Union Road , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3DA | 3out of 4 | 937 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oswaldtwistle White Ash School Thwaites Road , Oswaldtwistle BB5 4QG | 4out of 4 | 1,586 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadfield Specialist School Fielding Lane , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3BE | 4out of 4 | 2,125 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathland Private School Broadoak , Sandy Lane BB5 2AN | - not rated | 3,027 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newfield School Old Bank Lane , Off Shadsworth Road BB1 2PW | 4out of 4 | 4,876 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ReAct Academy of Theatre Arts | 43B Market Street, Alleytroyds | 373 yd | |
| Hyndburn Leisure Cafe | Henry Street | 418 yd | |
| Monte Cristo | 125 Henry Street, Church | 476 yd | |
| CSG Foods @ Studio | Henry Street, Church | 489 yd | |
| Village Pizzeria Restaurant & The Dessert Factory | 378-380 Blackburn Road, Accrington | 743 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thorn Inn | 1A St James Road, Church | 320 yd | |
| Tiger Lounge | 352 Union Road, Oswaldtwistle | 878 yd | |
| Hare & Hounds | 331 Blackburn Road, Oswaldtwistle | 966 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Z's Taste the Difference | 27 Church Street, Church | 190 yd | |
| Yates Bakery | 70 Henry Street, Church | 417 yd | |
| Henry Street Fish Bar | 72 Henry Street, Church | 417 yd | |
| Park Chippy | 428 Blackburn Road, Accrington | 523 yd | |
| Toppings | 414-416 Blackburn Road, Accrington | 599 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl UK GMBH | Hyndburn Road, Accrington | 889 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School BRADSHAW ROW | grass pitches | 445 yd |
| Hyndburn Leisure Centre HYNDBURN SPORTS CENTRE HYNDBURN SPORTS CENTRE HENRY STREET | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 619 yd |
| St Nicholas Church Of England Primary School ST. NICHOLAS ROAD | grass pitches | 830 yd |
| The Fitness Bank Ltd Union Road | health and fitness suite | 1,005 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 | 94.7% |
| 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.