Maudsley Street is in Accrington and in Hyndburn district. BB5 6AD is located in the Peel electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hyndburn. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Maudsley Street, Accrington, BB5 6AD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB5 6AF, BB5 1AP, BB5 1AN, BB5 1AG, BB5 6AG, BB5 1BL, BB5 1AW, BB5 1BW, BB5 1BJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BB5 6AD has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% 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 | 44.3% | 48.5% | 4.2% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 55.7% | 51.5% | -4.2% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
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 6AD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52.9% 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 | 46.4% | 52.9% | 6.5% | 37.9% | 15.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 24.2% | 22.9% | -1.3% | 44.2% | -21.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 5.2% | 7.1% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 4.9% |
| Divorced | 14.4% | 12.3% | -2.1% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 9.8% | 4.5% | -5.3% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 | 32.5% | 38.1% | 5.6% | 48.4% | -10.3% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 33.3% | -1.8% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 17.9% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 10.9% | 10.4% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 6.4% |
| Very bad health | 4% | 0.3% | -3.7% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 6AD this area, 34.2% 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 16.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.1% | 34.2% | -5.9% | 18.2% | 16.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.7% | 14.3% | -4.4% | 9.6% | 4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11% | 14.7% | 3.7% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 7.2% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 12.1% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.7% | 16.3% | 3.6% | 33.8% | -17.5% |
| Other | 4.3% | 1.3% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Pakistani | 8.3% | 9.9% | 1.6% | 2.7% | 7.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 87% | 85% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 3.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 91.2% 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 | 91% | 91.2% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 3.8% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.2% | 4.8% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.8% | 90.9% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 4.5% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 2.5% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.6% | 0.5% | -6.1% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.9% | 76.7% | -12.8% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 31.8% | 13.5% | 18.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.1% | 37.2% | 1.9% |
| Christian | 45.5% | 46.2% | -0.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 10.6% | 6.5% | 4.1% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Maudsley Street was 369.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 295.4% higher than the Huncoat average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Maudsley Street has the 3rd highest crime rate of 40 local areas in Huncoat and the 15th highest crime rate of 269 local areas in Hyndburn .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 212.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49 Maudsley Street, Accrington, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £57,000 | 2025-10-09 | £57,000 |
| 37 Maudsley Street, Accrington, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £52,000 | 2025-06-13 | £54,748 |
| 41 Maudsley Street, Accrington, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £102,500 | 2025-02-28 | £103,977 |
| 55 Maudsley Street, Accrington, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £64,000 | 2024-11-04 | £65,679 |
| 52 Maudsley Street, Accrington, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £137,500 | 2024-06-03 | £142,913 |
BB5 6AD area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 43 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Other | 29 |
| Unemployed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 42 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lee Royd Nursery School Royds Street , BB5 2LH | 3out of 4 | 1,259 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Nursery School Fairfield Street , BB5 0LD | 4out of 4 | 1,776 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accrington St John with St Augustine Church of England Primary School Maudsley Street , BB5 6AD | 3out of 4 | 223 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 | 404 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington Peel Park Primary School Alice Street , BB5 6QR | 4out of 4 | 634 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington Benjamin Hargreaves Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School Barnfield Street , BB5 2AQ | 3out of 4 | 818 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington Hyndburn Park Primary School Park Road , BB5 1ST | 3out of 4 | 1,106 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accrington Academy Queens Road West , BB5 4FF | 3out of 4 | 856 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington St Christopher's Church of England High School Queen's Road West , BB5 4AY | 3out of 4 | 1,107 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn Wordsworth Road , BB5 0LU | 2out of 4 | 1,804 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hollins Hollins Lane , BB5 2QY | 3out of 4 | 2,385 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rhyddings Haworth Street , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3EA | 2out of 4 | 2,407 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heathland Private School Broadoak , Sandy Lane BB5 2AN | - not rated | 1,144 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oswaldtwistle School Union Road , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3DA | 3out of 4 | 2,388 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadfield Specialist School Fielding Lane , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3BE | 4out of 4 | 2,704 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oswaldtwistle White Ash School Thwaites Road , Oswaldtwistle BB5 4QG | 4out of 4 | 3,509 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daly's Sandwich Bar | 104 Burnley Road, Accrington | 143 yd | |
| The Jump Works | Sydney Street, Accrington | 199 yd | |
| Cafe Brunch | 46 Broadway, Accrington | 336 yd | |
| The Doula Cafe | Unit 24 Cornhill, Accrington | 351 yd | |
| ASDA Customer Restaurant | Hyndburn Road, Accrington | 379 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney Street Community Sports and Social Club Ltd | 7 Sydney Street, Accrington | 199 yd | |
| Broadway | 1 Burnley Road, Accrington | 212 yd | |
| The Castle Hotel | 75 Whalley Road, Accrington | 245 yd | |
| Burnley Road Subscription Bowling Green Club | 188 Burnley Road, Accrington | 265 yd | |
| Hustle Bar Ltd | 6 Water Street, Accrington | 291 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese Chippy | 110 Burnley Road, Accrington | 150 yd | |
| New Jump Works Take Away @ Jumpworks | Sydney Street, Accrington | 199 yd | |
| Asha Indian Takeaway | 58 Whalley Road, Accrington | 212 yd | |
| Trishna | 50 Whalley Road, Accrington | 216 yd | |
| Cinnamon Spice | 85 Whalley Road, Accrington | 245 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar Store | 144 Burnley Road, Accrington | 265 yd | |
| The Food Warehouse | Eastgate, Accrington | 359 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Argyle Street, Accrington | 397 yd | |
| Tesco | 2 Eagle street, Accrington | 563 yd | |
| Farmfoods | Hyndburn Road, Accrington | 589 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Peel Park Primary School ALICE STREET | grass pitches | 491 yd |
| Jetts Fitness Accrington THE VIADUCT THE VIADUCT HYNDBURN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 587 yd |
| Central Fitness Centre 98A 98A BLACKBURN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 592 yd |
| Highams Playing Field Thorneyholme Road | grass pitches | 714 yd |
| The Zone Hyndburn New Era Complex PARADISE STREET | health and fitness suite | 717 yd |
| Peel Park Avenue Parade | tennis courts | 810 yd |
| Energie Fitness Club (Accrington) (Closed) St. James Square | health and fitness suite | 882 yd |
| Accrington Academy Queens Road West | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 917 yd |
| Accrington Cricket & Tennis Club THORNEYHOLME ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,044 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 | 82.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 82.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 82.4% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 70.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.