Primrose Way is in Church, Accrington and in Hyndburn district. BB5 4JX is located in the Church electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hyndburn. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Primrose Way, Church, Accrington, BB5 4JX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB5 4JL, BB5 4JN, BB5 4JD, BB5 4JQ, BB5 4JJ, BB5 4JH, BB5 4JT, BB5 4JY, BB5 4JE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BB5 4JX has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% 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 | 47.6% | 47.9% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 52.4% | 52.1% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
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 | 35.7% | 36.5% | 0.8% | 37.9% | -1.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39% | 42.5% | 3.5% | 44.2% | -1.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 4.2% | 3.7% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 7.2% | -5.4% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 12.1% | 8.4% | -3.7% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 | 37.8% | 31.5% | -6.3% | 48.4% | -16.9% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 39.9% | 8.8% | 33.6% | 6.3% |
| Fair health | 22.7% | 15.5% | -7.2% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 8% | 8.9% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 4.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 4.2% | 3.8% | 1.2% | 3.0% |
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.
In the area around BB5 4JX this area, 29.7% 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 19.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.9% | 29.7% | -13.2% | 18.2% | 11.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.3% | 8.5% | -0.8% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 13.3% | -2.1% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 5.5% | 0.0% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 21.2% | 12.4% | 16.9% | 4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.6% | 19.4% | 6.8% | 33.8% | -14.4% |
| Other | 5.5% | 2.4% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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 | 4.4% | 2.3% | -2.1% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 93.8% | 95.3% | 1.5% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 93.3% | 96.7% | 3.4% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 0.5% | -3.1% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.1% | 1.4% | -1.7% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92% | 96.7% | 4.7% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.7% | 2.3% | -0.4% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0.9% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.1% | 76.7% | -6.6% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 28% | 13.5% | 14.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31% | 37.2% | -6.2% |
| Christian | 55.9% | 46.2% | 9.7% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 2.8% | 6.5% | -3.7% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Primrose Way was 87.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.2% lower than the Church average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Primrose Way has the 9th lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in Church and the 124th lowest crime rate of 268 local areas in Hyndburn .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 55.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Primrose Way, Accrington, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2023-12-20 | £125,790 |
| 9 Primrose Way, Accrington, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £122,000 | 2022-12-16 | £133,285 |
| 5 Primrose Way, Accrington, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £121,000 | 2022-06-15 | £139,615 |
| 2 Primrose Way, Accrington, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2021-10-14 | £153,727 |
| 2 Primrose Way, Accrington, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £74,000 | 2020-10-01 | £109,396 |
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Nursery School Fairfield Street , BB5 0LD | 3out of 4 | 1,364 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lee Royd Nursery School Royds Street , BB5 2LH | 3out of 4 | 2,512 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Harwood Children's Centre Robinson Street , BB1 5PE | - not rated | 5,317 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Nicholas Church of England Primary School St Nicholas Road , Church BB5 4DN | 3out of 4 | 480 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Church Bradshaw Row , Church BB5 4HG | - not rated | 520 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington Hyndburn Park Primary School Park Road , BB5 1ST | 3out of 4 | 927 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oswaldtwistle St Paul's Church of England Primary School Union Road , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3DD | 3out of 4 | 1,253 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington Spring Hill Community Primary School Exchange Street , BB5 0JD | 2out of 4 | 1,504 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accrington St Christopher's Church of England High School Queen's Road West , BB5 4AY | - not rated | 1,084 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington St Christopher's Church of England High School Queen's Road West , BB5 4AY | 3out of 4 | 1,084 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington Moorhead Sports College Queens Road West , BB5 4FF | - not rated | 1,379 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington Academy Queens Road West , BB5 4FF | - not rated | 1,401 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rhyddings Haworth Street , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3EA | - not rated | 1,443 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accrington and Rossendale College Sandy Lane , BB5 2AW | - not rated | 2,692 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Islamia Girls' School 447 Blackburn Road , BB5 0DB | - not rated | 670 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Oswaldtwistle School Union Road , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3DA | 3out of 4 | 1,253 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington Tutorial Centre Read Street , Clayton-le-Moors BB5 5LL | - not rated | 1,712 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Alternative School 30 St. James Street , BB5 1NT | - not rated | 1,856 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Willows Willow Grange , Henry Street BB1 4JJ | - not rated | 1,960 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSG Foods @ Studio | Henry Street, Church | 352 yd | |
| Hyndburn Leisure Cafe | Henry Street | 389 yd | |
| Monte Cristo | 125 Henry Street, Church | 424 yd | |
| KFC | Hyndburn Road, Accrington | 620 yd | |
| Mr Gatty's Tea Room | Elmfield Hall, Hyndburn Road, Accrington | 655 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thorn Inn | 1A St James Road, Church | 197 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Z's Taste the Difference | 27 Church Street, Church | 275 yd | |
| Yates Bakery | 70 Henry Street, Church | 388 yd | |
| Henry Street Fish Bar | 72 Henry Street, Church | 388 yd | |
| Canton Takeaway | 40 Dill Hall Lane, Dill Hall | 545 yd | |
| Park Chippy | 428 Blackburn Road, Accrington | 639 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl UK GMBH | Hyndburn Road, Accrington | 745 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Nicholas Church Of England Primary School ST. NICHOLAS ROAD | grass pitches | 475 yd |
| Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School BRADSHAW ROW | grass pitches | 521 yd |
| Hyndburn Leisure Centre HYNDBURN SPORTS CENTRE HYNDBURN SPORTS CENTRE HENRY STREET | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 533 yd |
| St Christophers C Of E School QUEENS ROAD WEST | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,084 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 67 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 49.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 75.47 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 75.47 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.