Sydney Street is in Clayton Le Moors, Accrington and in Hyndburn district. BB5 5LR is located in the Altham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hyndburn. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sydney Street, Clayton Le Moors, Accrington, BB5 5LR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB5 5LS, BB5 5ED, BB5 5LW, BB5 5LJ, BB5 5DY, BB5 5EB, BB5 5LU, BB5 5LL, BB5 5LT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BB5 5LR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.8% | 51.8% | 5.0% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 53.2% | 48.2% | -5.0% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around BB5 5LR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.3% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 42.3% | 44.3% | 2.0% | 37.9% | 6.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.5% | 37.7% | -3.8% | 44.2% | -6.5% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 3.7% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 11.1% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 3.3% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
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 | 42.7% | 42.7% | 0.0% | 48.4% | -5.7% |
| Good health | 37.3% | 34.6% | -2.7% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 12% | 17.5% | 5.5% | 12.7% | 4.8% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 4.5% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 0.6% | -1.9% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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.
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 18.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26% | 24.7% | -1.3% | 18.2% | 6.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.1% | 13.6% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 12.3% | -4.8% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 10.3% | 6.6% | 5.3% | 5.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 21% | 7.6% | 16.9% | 4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.5% | 18.1% | 0.6% | 33.8% | -15.7% |
| Other | 5.3% | 0% | -5.3% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 99.7% | 95.8% | -3.9% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 99.7% | 97.4% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.4% | 97.4% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -9.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.3% | 76.7% | 3.6% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 16.5% | 13.5% | 3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.9% | 37.2% | -4.3% |
| Christian | 58.1% | 46.2% | 11.9% |
| Muslim | 2.6% | 6.5% | -3.9% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sydney Street was 138.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.0% higher than the Altham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sydney Street has the 12th highest crime rate of 39 local areas in Altham and the 99th highest crime rate of 269 local areas in Hyndburn .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Sydney Street, Accrington, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2025-04-16 | £101,931 |
| 9 Sydney Street, Accrington, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £97,000 | 2022-11-04 | £99,064 |
| 17 Sydney Street, Accrington, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £59,279 | 2022-03-16 | £64,270 |
| 9 Sydney Street, Accrington, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2022-01-28 | £90,256 |
| 17 Sydney Street, Accrington, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2021-09-24 | £60,187 |
BB5 5LR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 90 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Nursery School Fairfield Street , BB5 0LD | 4out of 4 | 2,652 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lee Royd Nursery School Royds Street , BB5 2LH | 3out of 4 | 3,064 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton-le-Moors Mount Pleasant Primary School Earl Street , Clayton-le-Moors BB5 5NH | 4out of 4 | 436 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clayton-le-Moors All Saints' Church of England Primary School Church Street , Clayton-le-Moors BB5 5HT | 4out of 4 | 801 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Clayton-le-Moors Devonshire Drive , Clayton-le-Moors BB5 5RJ | 3out of 4 | 916 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas Church of England Primary School St Nicholas Road , Church BB5 4DN | 3out of 4 | 1,242 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington St Mary Magdalen's Church of England Primary School Devonshire Street , BB5 1DW | 3out of 4 | 1,602 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,000 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington Academy Queens Road West , BB5 4FF | 3out of 4 | 1,083 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hyndburn Academy Stourton Street , Rishton BB1 4ED | 1out of 4 | 2,814 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn Wordsworth Road , BB5 0LU | 2out of 4 | 2,959 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rhyddings Haworth Street , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3EA | 2out of 4 | 2,977 yd | Community school | 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 | 2,819 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathland Private School Broadoak , Sandy Lane BB5 2AN | - not rated | 3,055 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oswaldtwistle White Ash School Thwaites Road , Oswaldtwistle BB5 4QG | 4out of 4 | 3,627 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadfield Specialist School Fielding Lane , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3BE | 4out of 4 | 3,759 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kahaani Restaurant | 8 Whalley Road, Clayton Le Moors | 163 yd | |
| caféWilliam | 25 Whalley Road, Altham West | 331 yd | |
| Francesco's | 189 Whalley Road, Clayton Le Moors | 406 yd | |
| Enfield Cricket Club Tea Room | Dill Hall Lane, Church | 501 yd | |
| Baltistan | 217-219 Whalley Road, Clayton Le Moors | 507 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enfield Cricket Club Social Club | Dill Hall Lane, Church | 422 yd | |
| Hare and Hound's (Wet Sales) | Whalley Road, Clayton Le Moors | 475 yd | |
| The Hare & Hounds (Kitchen) | Whalley Road, Clayton Le Moors | 475 yd | |
| Conservative Club - Wet Sales Only | 286 Whalley Road, Clayton Le Moors | 475 yd | |
| The Albion | 243 Whalley Road, Clayton Le Moors | 651 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oh My Cheesecake | 127 Whalley Road, Clayton Le Moors | 79 yd | |
| Shaha Joli Indian Take Away Ltd | 16 Whalley Road, Clayton Le Moors | 163 yd | |
| Crazy Pancho's | 23 Whalley Road, Clayton Le Moors | 172 yd | |
| New Food City | 21 Whalley Road, Clayton Le Moors | 172 yd | |
| The New Zorbas Takeaway | 167-169 Whalley Road, Clayton Le Moors | 335 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 19-21 Pickup Street, Clayton-Le-Moors | 876 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Enfield Cricket Club DILL HALL LANE | grass pitches | 391 yd |
| Mount Pleasant Primary School EARL STREET | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 450 yd |
| Whinney Hill Football Club BOLD VENTURE FARM BOLD VENTURE FARM BURNLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 564 yd |
| Accrington Stanley Fc (Wham Stadium) CROWN GROUND CROWN GROUND LIVINGSTONE ROAD | grass pitches | 718 yd |
| Clayton Civic Hall PICKUP STREET | 833 yd | |
| All Saints' C Of E Primary School CHURCH STREET | grass pitches | 841 yd |
| Livingstone Road Sports Ground Livingstone Road | grass pitches | 878 yd |
| St Christophers C Of E School QUEENS ROAD WEST | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 957 yd |
| Accrington Academy Queens Road West | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,030 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 | 95.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 45.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 45.0% |
| 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 | 70.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 124.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.